Skipton's 80th Anniversary Commemoration of VE Day
Thursday, 8 May 2025
- Time
- 08:00 - 21:45
- Price
- Free
Join Us for Skipton's 80th Anniversary Commemoration of VE Day on Thursday 8th May 2025!
This year marks 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe, and Skipton is proud to honour this historic moment with a series of special events to commemorate Victory in Europe Day.
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Here’s what's planned:
8:00 AM - Official VE Day 80 Proclamation
Join us outside Skipton Town Hall for the official proclamation to mark the beginning of the day’s events.
6:30 PM - Ringing Out in Celebration of Peace
Listen to the bells ring out in celebration of peace, a reminder of the triumph and sacrifice that shaped our world.
9:00 PM - Service of Remembrance
Join us in the grounds of Holy Trinity Church, Skipton, for a reflective Service of Remembrance as we honour the lives lost and those who served. For all those who wish to lay a wreath, this will be done before the service.
9:30 PM - Lighting of the Beacon of Peace
To close the evening, we will light the Beacon of Peace, a symbol of hope and unity for the future.
Let’s come together as a community to remember, reflect, and celebrate this significant milestone in history.
Dates
The event runs from 08:00 to 21:45 on the following dates.
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