Fanfare, watched by Whitby's RNLI crew and children from Stakesby Primary Academy and Airy Hill Schools. picture: Ceri Oakes

PICTURES: Whitby flag-raising at Dock End to mark start of Armed Forces celebrations

The Whitby area paid tribute to the Armed Forces with a flag-raising at Dock End.

By Duncan Atkins
Tuesday, 21st June 2022, 11:01 am
Updated Tuesday, 21st June 2022, 12:55 pm

Youngsters from Stakesby Primary Academy and Airy Hill School took part in a parade of military-inspired costumes while a Hawk flypast followed the raising of the flag.

Mayor of Whitby, Cllr Linda Wild, said: "It's a proud day for the town and there's a lot of loyalty in Whitby towards the Armed Forces."

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The flag is raised at Whitby's Dock End.

Photo: Duncan Atkins

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Fanfare played on the arrival of the Armed Forces.

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Stakesby Primary Academy's Margot, Amelia, Evelyn and Oscar lead the procession.

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The Red Arrows of Stakesby Primary Academy.

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