Walton's remembrance parade has been saved thanks to dozens of willing volunteers.
Frinton and Walton Town Council issued an urgent plea for volunteers to help set up this year's remembrance parade in Walton.
Residents feared the service might be cancelled, like it almost was last year.
Two weeks ago, the council issued a plea for 60 volunteers to help with road closures and planning the parade.
Volunteers must take part in training beforehand to ensure the procession is done safely.
Pierre Oxley, councillor for Walton, said the council have been working hard alongside many community partners to ensure the event goes ahead.
Mr Oxley said: “Frinton and Walton Town Council and the local branch of the Royal British Legion have been working extremely hard to ensure this year’s remembrance parade goes ahead smoothly and respectfully.
"Everyone involved has been working flat out behind the scenes to coordinate logistics, marshal support, and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.”
And now, due to approximately 40 volunteers saving the day, the parade will be going ahead as planned on November 9.
The parade will start at 10.15am from the High Street car park, via Saville Street.
It will arrive at the war memorial, in Walton Road, at 10.30am and the service will start at 10.45am, and end at midday, with a break for the two minutes silence at 11am.
The parade will leave at midday and disperse once again at the High Street car park.
A spokesperson for Frinton and Walton Town Council said: "A huge thank you to Frinton & Walton Town Council staff and councillors.
"Thanks to their efforts, the Remembrance Parade will now officially be able to go ahead!
"And a very special thank you to the amazing volunteers who have come forward to help marshal the street closures — this event simply couldn’t happen without you.
"The Parade has been organised by Frinton & Walton Town Council.
"Finally, our gratitude to Neil and his team from the Royal British Legion for their organisation and continued support.
"Let’s come together to remember and show our respect.
"Please arrive early, dress warmly, and line the route to support our veterans, service members, and community groups."
Last year's remembrance event was also close to cancellation.
Instead, it was unofficially organised by ex-serviceman John Price, who felt it "wasn't right not to have a parade."
Hundreds of people joined the hero on a march through the town.
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