Bridport welcomed Chard for the club’s second Remembrance match under the lights on Friday, November 6, with the occasion described as being about “so much more than rugby”.

Before kick-off, players from both teams came together for a special tribute.

Ruth Jenkins, from St Swithun’s Band, performed The Last Post, while a standard bearer from the Royal British Legion joined the teams for the commemoration.

Bridport U14s captain Owain had the honour of laying a wreath on behalf of the team before leading his teammates onto the pitch.

A club spokesperson said: “Before kick-off, both teams came together as one rugby family for a very special and poignant tribute.

“A massive thank you to Ruth Jenkins from St Swithun’s Band for her moving performance of The Last Post, and to the Standard Bearer from the Royal British Legion for joining us and making the occasion so meaningful.”

This year’s event attracted more than 250 spectators, with those in attendance then treated to a closely contested match.

Bridport emerged 7-5 winners, with Freddy Taylor scoring their try before Rohan Vercoe added the conversion.

The club also paid particular tribute to U14s coach Gareth Thomas for his work in organising the occasion.

The spokesperson said: “So much time and effort goes into organising an occasion like this, and Gareth made it an absolutely memorable night for everyone involved.

“Your hard work was hugely appreciated.”