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Celebrations Across Wyre for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day

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Wyre is gearing up for a week of celebrations to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day!

With a variety of events planned, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a rundown of the key events happening next week:

Fleetwood VE Day Celebrations

  • Date: 3 May
  • Time: 10am to 4pm
  • Location: Memorial Park, Fleetwood
  • More information: @FleetwoodTownCouncil

PLF Band presents: Brass and Victory, a VE Day celebration

VE Day Maypole and Morris Dancing

  • Date: 5 May
  • Time: 12 noon to 4pm
  • Location: Preesall Park, Preesall
  • More information: @PreesallTownCouncil

VE Celebrations at Affinity Lancashire

  • Date: 5 May
  • Time: 12 noon to 4pm
  • Location: Affinity Lancashire Outlet Shopping, Fleetwood
  • More information: @AffinityLancashire

VE Day Flag Raising Ceremonies in Poulton

  • Date: 8 May
  • Time:
    • 8:45am to 9am at the Civic Centre
    • Followed by flag raising ceremonies at Poulton Community Hall and Market Square Poulton
    • 9:30am VE Proclamation by Town Crier in Market Square Poulton

VE Day Beacon Lighting in Garstang

  • Date: 8 May
  • Time: 8:45pm to 10pm
  • Location: Cherestanc Square, Garstang

VE Day Beacon Lighting on the Mount

  • Date: 8 May
  • Time: 8pm to 9:40pm
  • Location: The Mount, Fleetwood
  • More information: @WyreCouncil

VE Day 80 Afternoon teaa dance, bake competition and live entertainment

Join us in celebrating this historic occasion and honoring the heroes of the past. We look forward to seeing you at these events!

Published: 1st May 2025

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