A LONE soldier stood with his horse is the centrepiece of a series of displays marking the season of Remembrance.

Each year the community in Nunthorpe, near Middlesbrough, comes together in the run up to the nationwide commemoration on November 11.

Last year, more than 10,000 poppies were created by Nunthorpe and Marton Knitters for displays around the area.

On the back of that success more people asked if they could get involved this time around and their work has been receiving rave reviews.

"Volunteers came forward after seeing previous displays so our local councillor Jon Rathmell co-ordinated some of the work, including the horse and soldier which was made by local artist Tina Franks," said a spokesperson for Nunthorpe and Marton Knitters.

"Materials have been donated by GW Leader and we have had funding from the parish council and many individuals who have given practical and financial assistance.

"We have also tried to think about other aspects of war this year so we have white poppies to represent peace for the future at Nunthorpe Methodist church and there are purple poppies around the horse at the war memorial to commemorate all animals lost in conflict.

"At Nunthorpe train station we also have a knitted poppy wreath for each soldier lost in World War One who came from Nunthorpe. In 1918, Nunthorpe was a small village, and yet 16 boys and men were lost, which must have touched almost everyone living here."

Residents have been commenting on the display on social media.

One wrote: "Drove past this today, it looks incredible. Well done and thank you to all involved, made me feel very humble and proud."

Another wrote: "Passed this yesterday in my truck when they just started. My youngest son just joined the Army this Sunday."

Someone else wrote: " Absolutely amazing work. A credit to people who lost there lives for us."