
Scarborough RNLI hosts well attended remembrance service
Scarborough lifeboat Station hosted a Remembrance Sunday service titled 'laying poppies on the sea' on Sunday 10 November.
The service, conducted by Rev Thomas Clayton, followed one at Queen Street Central Hall.
Veterans, standard bearers, wreath carriers, volunteer members of the lifeboat crew and Coastguard team, army, air and sea cadets paraded from the church down to the harbour for the lifeboat house service.
Four standard bearers took part including Mark Jenkinson, carrying the Scarborough RNLI standard.
Colin Woodhead, Scarborough RNLI Chair, made a reading 'Poppies on the Sea’ by Scarborough poet TW Ward.
The Sea cadets marching band played the national anthem.
Maroons were discharged to signal the start and finish of the two minute silence, kindly sponsored by North Yorkshire Council.
Wreaths were laid out at the lifeboat house before being taken up to the Oliver’s Mount war memorial.
Tom Fox, Royal British Legion Scarborough President, made a reading and invited children with their families to join the Reverend at the water's edge to lay biodegradable poppies on the sea, near the harbour entrance after the service.
Mark Jenkinson, RNLI Scarborough all-weather lifeboat crew and Standard Bearer said: 'It was an absolute honour to march alongside the courageous men and women who have dedicated themselves to serving our country, both past and present. As a standard bearer for the RNLI and Scarborough lifeboat station, I felt immense pride representing our community and paying tribute to those who have sacrificed so much in service.
‘This year’s Remembrance Sunday was a truly special occasion, with a remarkable turnout from the public. West Pier and the South Bay Beach were alive with people gathering in solidarity, all drawn to the slipway to share a quiet moment of reflection and respect. The atmosphere was deeply moving, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made and the gratitude we hold in our hearts.
'Thank you to everyone who came to pay their respects and make this day so memorable. It is truly heartwarming to witness our community come together in honour of those who have given so much for our freedom and safety.'
Notes to editors
Scarborough lifeboat station has been operating since 1801. To learn more about the lifeboat station go to: https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/scarborough-lifeboat-station
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