How we commemorated VE Day

May 9, 2025Events0 comments

We dressed for the occasion, we ate, we drank, we sang and commemorated the 80th Anniversary of VE Day in style

VE Day. A day of commemoration. A day of celebration. Everyone coming together to honour the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe. The night consisted of music, singing, laughter, with divine drinks & nibbles that were shared amongst the many folk who attended.

The efforts of the Parish Council, who organised the event, did not go unnoticed and the generous donations from everyone raised £325 for the phenomenal charity Help for Heroes. A special mention to Jo Rooke for her amazing singing and for keeping the night in order!

However, what really brought the night together was the stunning war dress that people went above and beyond to create. Mary and Maggie as beautiful land girls, and lain as an air raid warden with his own handmade outfit. Clang and Jeremy used parts of the uniforms worn by their respective fathers. And Chris Cooke made a fantastic appearance with his 1942 Matchless G3-WO motorcycle.

It was a great evening with wonderful people, delicious food and huge drinks (thanks to all who contributed, especially the Parish Council).

Eliza Footss

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VE Day 80 years on

And we never knew! Special thanks to Vera Lynn double Jo Rooke for her wonderful singing, decorating the Courtyard and keeping us in order. (Photo: Eliza Footss)

VE Day 80 years on

We raised £325 for the charity Help for Heroes.

VE Day 80 years on

Chris Cooke brought his 1942 Matchless G3-WO motorcycle, still in perfect working order. (Photo: Eliza Footss)

VE Day 80 years on

Even Winston put in a special appearance for the evening. (Photo: Jo Rooke)

VE Day 80 years on

Jeremy and Clang “borrowed” some of their father’s uniforms (John Deedes served in the KOYLI and David Lang in the RA). (Photo: Eliza Footss)

VE Day 80 years on

She should have been in the Army! (Photo: Eliza Footss)

VE Day 80 years on

Mary and Maggie entered into the spirit of the evening by dressing as Land Girls who played a crucial role in the war, complete with pitchforks and wooden rakes. (Photo: Eliza Footss)

VE Day 80 years on

The Nunnington Hall staff sang songs to remember 1945 – Amy, Lianne and Sarah

Useful links

We raised £325 for Help for Heroes

Help the Heroes

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