Tribute for a Fallen Hero

𝟲𝟱𝟳 𝗽𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗯𝘆𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗲. 𝗡𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻.

A beautiful tribute has been created by Janet Foster at St Matthew’s CE Church, Highfield, in memory of Steven Darbyshire, who lost his life while serving in Afghanistan.

What began as 24 crocheted poppies during lockdown has grown, year after year, into an incredible carpet of 657 handmade poppies.

Following a suggestion to join the original poppies together, Janet took on the project, lovingly creating each one and setting herself the goal of reaching the altar rail – a goal she has now proudly achieved.

A huge thank you to Janet for her dedication in creating such a meaningful tribute, ensuring Steven’s memory continues to live on.