Warrington's Army reservists to march through town centre on Saturday

MEMBERS of the 75 Engineers Regiment will march through the town on Saturday morning.

The Orford Barracks-based army reservists will exercise their right as freemen of Warrington to march through the town centre.

They were given the honour back in 2013 and the last such march took place in 2018.

A route beginning and ending at the Town Hall will see town centre roads close from 10.30am.

The procession will leave at 11.30am.

Upon their return to the Town Hall, the Mayor of Warrington, Cllr Steve Wright, will receive a salute from the troops and inspect the parade before the presentation of service medals to the regiment.

The Mayor said: “I’m absolutely delighted to see the 75 Engineers Regiment exercising their prestigious right as Freemen of the Borough to march through our town centre. They are a historic regiment with deep ties to Warrington, and they are a real source of pride for our town.

“This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their rich heritage and their enduring connection to Warrington – and to thank them for the work they do. I look forward to seeing a fantastic turnout and a memorable day for everyone involved."

The Parade will depart Warrington Town Hall at 11.30am, proceeding through Sankey Street, Springfield Street, Palmyra Square North, Rylands Street, Bridge Street, Market Gate, and Sankey Street.