Soldiers Welcomed Home

Hundreds of people have turned out to mark the official homecoming of the 3rd Battalion the Yorkshire Regiment from Afghanistan. Troops based in Warminster marched through the town ahead of a medals ceremony.

There was also a service to remember and honour the nine men who died on their tour of duty. Duncan Sleightholme watched today's parade.

Large crowds have turned out in Warminster to welcome home the 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment after their recent tour of Afghanistan.

Around 400 soldiers marched through the town before attending a service to remember nine men who lost their lives.

Our reporter Duncan Sleightholme was there:

Large crowds have turned out in Warminster to welcome home the 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment after their recent tour of Afghanistan.

Around 400 soldiers marched through the town before attending a service to remember the nine men who lost their lives.

They will be presented with campaign medals this afternoon.