Join Stamford Town Council in commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day with the lighting of the Recreation Ground beacon. VE Day marks the end of World War Two in Europe on May 8, 1945. This year, hundreds of beacons will be lit across the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and UK Overseas Territories as a unified tribute at 9:30pm on Thursday May 8. Join us from 8pm for an evening of remembrance and celebration, featuring a drumhead service by Stamford Royal British Legion, the beacon lighting, and the reading of the official tribute. Then on May 10th there will be a VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebration on the Recreation Ground featuring live music, a licensed bar and funfair, food stalls, face painting, historic exhibitions and more. Entry is free and there will be huge marquee for dancing. Join us between 3pm and 9:30pm – feel free to dress in 1940s attire.

We look forward to seeing you there!