A Heartfelt Tribute from Honeybourne Railway Station

On Armistice Day, Tuesday 11 November, the Chair of Honeybourne Parish Council had the honour of presenting a wreath at Honeybourne Railway Station as part of the Poppy Train initiative, organised by Great Western Railway (GWR).
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, and the Parish Council is proud that our community was represented in this meaningful act of remembrance.
The Poppy Train initiative recognises the vital role of the railway during wartime and is now in its sixth year. Wreaths from local communities across the United Kingdom were transported by train to London Paddington Station, where they were laid at the War Memorial during the national Remembrance Service.
As part of the Railway 200 celebrations, this year’s event was the largest to date, with contributions from rail operating companies nationwide. The wreath from Honeybourne travelled alongside those from many other communities, forming a moving display of remembrance at Paddington.
The Parish Council extends its sincere thanks to Great Western Railway for continuing this significant tradition, and to all those involved in making this tribute possible.
Lest we forget.