An ironwork wreath commemorating those who died in the First World War returned to the mid Wales village where it was founded and designed.

The Wreath of Respect was specially-commissioned by an anonymous donor as a mark of respect to those who died in conflicts around the world.

The wreath of metal poppies commemorating the centenary of the First World War went on display at St John's Church in Carno where a special service was held on Friday, October 1.

Dougie Bancroft, who founded the wreath, said: “It was great to bring it home to Carno, this is where it was designed and founded. This is its home and started its travels around the world.”

A bilingual service of thanksgiving led by Reverend Alison Gwalchmai and assisted by Eleri Williams included a poem that was read by Nansi Lloyd and Exhortation read by Hollie Humphreys.

Pupils from Ysgol Carno also had the opportunity to hold the wreath and hear the story of its creation by Dougie Bancroft.

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Ysgol Carno pupils with the Wreath of Respect at St Johns Church in Carno on October 1, 2021.

Ysgol Carno pupils with the Wreath of Respect at St John's Church in Carno on October 1, 2021.

 

The Wreath of Respect has travelled around the UK and overseas where it has been laid at memorials, sites and at events which raise money for military charities and organisations.

The wreath also acknowledges the sacrifice and service of animals which is represented by a horseshoe that was gifted to the project. The horseshoe belonged to horse that pulled a gun carriage bringing soil from Flanders Fields to the Guards Memorial near Horse Guards Parade in London.

Following the visit to Carno, the wreath returned to the National Memorial Arboretum for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and the Staffordshire Military Museum.

Donations given during the thanksgiving service raised £75. 21 for the St. John’s Church Restoration Fund.