A service is to be held this weekend in tribute to seven Second World War airmen who died in a crash near Boston.

The Seven Lights at Sunset Ceremony will take place on Sunday (October 18) at 6pm.

It will be held at the recently completed R5683 Memorial near Benington.

This is an inaugural service in tribute to the seven men of Lancaster R5683, who lost their lives on July 26, 1942. It is hoped it will become an annual tribute.

The completed memorial to 106 Squadron Lancaster R5683.

placeholder image — The completed memorial to 106 Squadron Lancaster R5683.

The crew reflected the international character of RAF Bomber Command during the Second World War. They included a Welshman, a Scotsman, an Australian and a Canadian, with the remaining crew members from Yorkshire, Berkshire and Suffolk. There were no survivors.

Anyone wishing to attend is asked to assemble at 5.45pm, at the bottom of the track from the memorial, which is located off Sea Lane (at ///latitudes.boots.visions on what3words.com).

As the service will conclude after sunset, attendees are advised to bring a torch or phone with a light for the return journey.

Attendees are also asked to be aware that the memorial is situated on private rural land and access is along an uneven track. Appropriate footwear is recommended.

Find the event on Facebook here.