PEOPLE across Evesham gathered to remember those lost in the Battle of Britain.

The Evesham Royal Air Force Association and other dignitaries gathered to remember the Battle of Britain with a ceremony at Waterside Cemetery.

The Battle of Britain started on September 15, 1940, when the Luftwaffe (German forces) launched an assault over British skies.

Cotswold Journal: People gathered at the Waterside Cemetery in Evesham. People gathered at the Waterside Cemetery in Evesham. (Image: Peter Stewart)

In attendance were members of ex-service organisations such as The Royal Air Force Association, the British Legion, and the Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Association.

Pupils from The De Montfort School, including four wearing uniforms of 233 Squadron RAF Air Cadets, were among those who attended this year's ceremony.

Retired RAF soldier, Peter Stewart, said: "The event was a success.

Cotswold Journal: REMEMBER: Evesham gathered to mark the Battle of Britain.REMEMBER: Evesham gathered to mark the Battle of Britain. (Image: Peter Stewart)

"The turnout wasn't as large as it was in previous years, but as far as I am concerned, it was a good day.

"I was impressed most by the students at TDMS, and we veterans that spoke to them were most impressed.

"We do not forget, and we want to remember our war dead."

Adam Willett, a standard bearer representing the local branch of the Royal British Legion, was also at the event along with Mayor Alan Booth, Town Clerk Jo Adams and Cllr George Duffy from Wychavon District Council.

Cotswold Journal: Wreaths were laid.Wreaths were laid. (Image: Peter Stewart)

Cllr Sue Amor, Cllr Mark Goodge, Cllr John Clatworthy, Cllr Peter Scurfield and The Rev Mark Binney officiated the ceremony and crosses were laid on the graves by pupils of TDMS and members of the congregation.

The last post and reveille were played by Carol Hall, and The Dedication was read by 102-year-old Jeff Brereton.

Evesham Branch President of the RAF Association and Cllr Duffy laid a wreath on behalf of the RAF Association.

According to the RAF Benevolent Fund, The Battle of Britain was one of the most decisive battles of the Second World War, characterised by the brutal dogfights of the Allied Forces and Luftwaffe in the skies above Britain.