VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebration
Tyler's Field, Yate
Get ready to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe with a special beacon lighting ceremony hosted by Yate Town Council!
Join us on Thursday 8th May 2025, from 6:30pm at Tylers Field for an unforgettable evening.
The D-Day Dollies will transport you back in time with the sounds of the era, while the Bristol Military Wives Choir will fill the air with their beautiful harmonies. The 1st Yate Boys Brigade marching band will add a touch of tradition and pageantry to the evening and prepare to be moved by the stirring melodies of the Wiltshire Piper as we take a moment to reflect on this important historical milestone. It's going to be a night to remember!
Indulge in classic fish and chips, savoury pizza, or refreshing ice cream from our fantastic onsite vendors. Don’t forget your picnic blankets, chairs and torches.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to honor the legacy of VE Day and enjoy a wonderful evening with your community!
The free programme of events will include performances from a Marching Band, Piper and musical entertainment. Uniformed groups will perform a group display, with drone footage of the evening being taken.
St Mary’s Church will lead a service at 9.15pm, followed by a Tribute Reading, the Wiltshire Piper, and a rendition of the National Anthem.
At 9.30pm Beacons will be lit in unison across the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and UK Overseas Territories, whilst the Nation sings I Vow to Thee My Country.
Further details including the evening programme can be found on the Yate Town Council website via the link below. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
We are also on the lookout for photos. If you have any photos of your family members or friends dated around 1940s which you would be happy to share, please email below by Sunday 4th May 2025.
