People in Watford took part in a series of events this weekend marking 100 years since the end of the First World War.

Watford Will Remember, a tribute to the many servicemen and women from the town who fought and died during the conflict, was commemorated by both the community and those in public office.

On Saturday remembrance services were held at Vicarage Road Cemetery, All Saints Church in Horseshoe Lane, St Matthew's Church in Eastbury Road, Leavesden Memorial on High Road, Oxhey Village Green and the Civic Service at the Town Hall.

Wreaths were laid, a two-minute silence was observed and a memorial plaque was unveiled.

While on Remembrance Sunday the Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor led an evening beacon lighting ceremony in the Museum garden.

Mr Taylor was joined by community representatives and leaders to pay tribute to those who gave their lives during the Great War.

Mr Taylor said: “This November marks the centenary of the end of the First World War. The impact that the First World War had on our town was enormous.

“Huge numbers of Watford men joined the call to arms. The town also pulled together around the war effort. Given Watford’s proximity to training camps and transport links, Watford families regularly hosted service men in the town, and Watford residents formed working parties, making pyjamas and padded splints for the wounded.

“That’s why I’m really proud that we’re able to remember our town’s role in the Great War and the people from Watford who made the ultimate sacrifice.”

Photographs by Simon Jacobs