Tarmac has demonstrated its commitment to supporting local communities by helping to fund a new World War One memorial in Croxden, Staffordshire.
A bench dedicated to those who served in World War One, along with a tribute to the Silent Soldier, have been installed by the parish council after receiving funding from several contributors including the Tarmac Landfill Community Fund.
Cllr Paul Bean, Chair of Croxden Parish Council explained, “The Parish Council were approached by residents with a request to have a place of reflection within the parish, in order to acknowledge the sacrifices made by the soldiers in all the wars.
“The parish council approached several local organisations in order to make this project possible and are delighted to say that both the bench and the silent solider have now been installed.
“The Parish Council would like to thank everyone who has contributed, the Councillors and residents are very grateful for the generosity shown by donors.”
A spokesman from Tarmac commented, “We are proud to have been able to support Croxden Parish Council with this project which clearly meant a lot to the local Community”.
Unfortunately, due to Covid 19, the Parish Council were not able to hold an official unveiling. However, they have received positive feedback from residents who feel it is a wonderful asset to the parish.
Image Credit: Memorial in Croxden, Staffordshire
