The two-minute pause recognized the original agreement to end World War One combat, which commenced at 11:00 on 11 November 1918. Ceremonies took place across the country to honour individuals who died in military conflicts. Key gatherings were observed at prominent locations, including the Cenotaph in London and the Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens in Staffordshire.
Watch: The UK commemorates Armistice Day
The UK has fallen silent for two minutes to mark Armistice Day on Wednesday, commemorating the end of World War One and to remember those who have died in conflicts.
Ceremonies took place at the Cenotaph memorial in London, the Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens in Staffordshire, and across the UK.
The Armistice, an agreement to end the fighting of World War One as a prelude to peace negotiations, began at 11:00 on 11 November 1918.
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