80th Anniversary of VE Day

On 8^th May the Parish Council marked the 80^th Anniversary of VE Day with a service on the Centenary Paddock. The service of remembrance and reflection coincided with national events and included readings, tribute to those in the second world war, a solo performance by Hannah, a performance of songs by Musical Village, a display of flags of peace by the Countesthorpe Scout Group and young people, lighting of the lamp of peace by Mr Edward Thomas, and the service was played out by the tolling of the St Andrew’s Church Bells. 

ON A CELEBRATORY NOTE…. on the Saturday there was a picnic on the park with musical entertainment from Swing-a-ma-thing and local talent LE8 Five Brass Quintet, U3A Ukulele, the Methodist Church Ringers, Rosemary Wright Accordion and the Greenfield School Choir. Fun and games activities hosted by the Countesthorpe Scouts and a Craft Tent. And refreshments were enjoyed by all. A big thank you to everyone who came along to mark this 80th Anniversary party, and also to those who took part. We will upload photographs to our website so that we have an historical record of the event.

Full Programme  

SCHEDULE FOR SATURDAY 10TH MAY 2025 - 1PM TO 5PM 

Please join us to mark the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe.

Thursday 8th May - 6.30pm to 7.30pm - The Centenary Paddock 

We will be hosting a commemorative service of music and prayer to mark the anniversary which will include the lighting of a lantern, the raising of the VE Day Flag in line with the National celebrations and will conclude with the ringing of the Church Bells at 7.30pm.

PROGRAMME 

Saturday 10th May - 1pm to 5pm - The Centenary Paddock 

To start the celebrations we will be hosting, with the support of local groups, a party on the Paddock.

There will be music from local groups and also a live performance of swing music from from Swing-a-ma-Thing. 

 Children's Games with the Scouts, Tea and Cake with the WI and Methodist Church, Coffee and Ice-cream Van, quiz

 FULL PROGRAMME

Saturday 10th May - 7.30pm for an 8pm start - Quiz at the Village Hall - themed quiz, Bar Open.  Tickets £5 per person, payable on the evening.  Prebook by contacting the Parish Council offices 0116 2779518 or email manager@countesthorpeparishcouncil.co.uk