Crowds lined the streets of Pembroke on Saturday as the 1st Battalion Royal Welsh exercised the ‘freedom’ of the town.

The colourful parade of troops marched through the town and Main Street, led by the regimental band, with the Mayor of Pembroke, Clr. Mrs. Linda Brown, having the honour of granting the ‘Freedom of the town’ to the Royal Welsh.

“It is a privilege to be able, with the support of my fellow Councillors, to welcome the regiment to our town and to show our appreciation to them for their service and commitment,” she said.

“Pembrokeshire has always had a very strong bond with all branches of the Armed Forces and I am delighted that our town of Pembroke is able to host this memorable event,” added the Mayor.

Pembrokeshire County Council Chairman, Clr. Aden Brinn (a former three times Mayor of Pembroke) and The Lord-Lieutenant of Dyfed Miss Sara Edwards were also in attendance at the ceremony which took place in the grounds of Pembroke Castle.

Pics. Martin Cavaney Photography