Running from November 8 to 11, residents, veterans, schoolchildren, and community representatives paid their respects to those who sacrificed their lives for freedom.
Commemorations began with the Royal Naval Association’s wreath-laying on November 8 at the war memorial in Dagenham.
Paying tribute at the Job Drain memorial in Barking (Image: Barking and Dagenham Council)
The main parade and service took place on November 9, with a procession from Barking Park to St Margaret’s Church, culminating in a two-minute silence at 11am.
There was also wreath-laying at the Cenotaph in Barking Park, Dagenham Parish Church, and the Royal British Legion in Chadwell Heath.
The proceedings ended on November 11 at the Job Drain Memorial in Barking, with another two-minute silence and wreath-laying.
Wreaths laid in solemn tribute during Remembrance events across the borough (Image: Barking and Dagenham Council)
Councillor Dominic Twomey, leader of Barking and Dagenham Council, said: “Remembrance is about honouring those who gave their tomorrow for our today.
“Their courage continues to inspire us all to stand for peace, compassion, and hope for future generations.”
The council extended thanks to all supporters of this year’s Remembrance services.

