REMEMBRANCE events have been held in Newquay to honour those who have died in wars across the world.

Veterans, military personnel and representatives from various groups joined the Newquay Royal British Legion’s parade on Sunday at 10am.

The procession, which was led by St Austell Town Band, marched from Fore Street to St Michael’s Church where a Remembrance Service was conducted by Reverend Clare Anderson.

Various groups and dignitaries attended the parade and service including Newquay MP Noah Law, Newquay Air Cadets, Newquay Army Cadets, councillors, Newquay Coastguard, Newquay Fire Station, Newquay Ambulance Station, Newquay police, Newquay RNLI, Lions groups, Newquay Women’s Institute, Newquay in Bloom, Trenance Cottages, Newquay Hospital League of Friends, scouts and guides.

Representatives from the various organisations laid wreaths at the Newquay War Memorial following the church service.

Parade marshal Daz Keeler said: “It is a very proud day for Newquay to see the town coming together to pay their respects.

“One of the most enjoyable parts was seeing all the children taking part from the scouts, brownies and girl guides. They understand it and that means a lot of service personnel and veterans.”

A Poppy Appeal Concert was held at St Michael’s Church on Friday night, which raised more than £1,700 for the Newquay Poppy Appeal.

The Royal British Legion Newquay Branch hosted the annual fundraiser that featured Newquay Rowing Club Singers, Newquay Male Voice Choir, Newquay Band and Oll an Gwella.

A flag raising ceremony will be held as part of the Remembrance events, which will be staged at Newquay Town Council offices on Tuesday, November 11 at 9.30am.