On Saturday 27 June, Havering will join the nation in honouring Britain's armed forces past, present and future on Armed Forces Day. The event will consist of a parade through Romford Town Centre, beginning at South Street and taking in the Market before finishing at the Town Hall.The parade will be led by a 12-piece band the Invicta Rifles. Army and police cadets, as well as members of the St John's Ambulance are also due to join in on the day and any veterans in Havering who would like to take part are welcome.
After the march there will be a chance for veterans to catch up with old friends, as well as meet new comrades during refreshments outside the Town Hall. Collections for the Help for Heroes Appeal will also take place.
Anyone wishing to take part should call 01708 432 427 for more details.
Residents who would like to support the veterans as they parade through the Town Centre are also welcome to come along. Prior to the event, a special Armed Forces Day flag will be raised at the Town Hall in a ceremony on Monday 22 June.
A local veteran will be raising the flag and it will fly for a week leading up to Armed Forces Day.
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