The Winchester freedom parade has swept through town on the hottest day of the year.

Military personnel marched down the High Street, parading in front of the Guildhall to hear the mayor's address.

The event celebrated the Defence School of Logistics and Administration (DSLA) based at Worthy Down and the city's ancient links to the military, which go back to Roman times.

The Army, RAF and Navy were all represented and the troops were inspected by the mayor and Lord Lieutenant Nigel Atkinson on Wednesday, June 26.

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The Mayor of Winchester inspects the troops (Image: Stuart Martin)

Addressing the troops from the portico of the Guildhall, the mayor said: "Today is a special occasion. We are celebrating the historic links between this city and the military.

"Today is a day to be proud. I am very proud to stand here, representing the city of Winchester and I am sure that you are all equally proud for having put on a fantastic parade with such a great turnout.

"Winchester has been a focal point for the nation's armed services for the past 2,000 years."

The mayor spoke about the history of the DSLA and its base at Worthy Down, which was originally gifted to Roman legionnaires for their long service in the imperial army.

"The city is deeply honoured to have such an illustrious tri-service camp with such a history in our district and long may this continue," he said.

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The British Army Band Tidworth blasted out traditional military numbers as well as Queen's Don't Stop Me Now along with some more Latin tunes. 

(Image: Stuart Martin)

One of the trombonist's parents were in the crowd to watch their son.

Jane and Jim Fomes, 78 and 77, of Alton, were delighted to watch their son Lee, a sergeant in The Rifles, lead the marching band.

"To start with we were very proud," said Jane. "But we're used to it."

Jim was particularly impressed with the diversity on display in the armed forces.

"I'll tell you, the thing about the army if you think about the parade, there's a real mix of people there. And if you talk to the guys they all get on. In the military, all you want to know about someone else is that, if you get shot, they're going to come and help you. And they do."

The parade on the Broadway saw a street closure for around 30 minutes.