The rain didn't dampen spirits in Faringdon earlier today when the Rifles exercised their Freedom of the Vale of White Horse by parading through the town. About 140 members of the Regiment were inspected by the Vice Lord Lieutenant, Mr John Harwood and Chairman of the Vale District Council, Cllr Reg Waite.
The regiment was granted the Freedom only last year, and this is the first time they have exercised the honour which allows them to enter and parade through towns and villages within the Vale to take part in the parade.
Lt Col Graham Cox, the Commanding Officer of 7 RIFLES, said: “The Rifles are honoured to have had the opportunity to exercise the Freedom of the Vale of White Horse in Faringdon. Our bonds with the town have a long and distinguished history; the honour of parading is a significant one and one which our local Riflemen are deeply proud of.”