8 May 2020 marks 75 years since VE (Victory in Europe) Day when the Second World War came to an end in Europe.
The long-anticipated news resulted in spontaneous celebrations breaking out across the nation. A national holiday was declared and people from all walks of life came together to mark the moment.
In line with the latest expert medical and scientific advice from Public Health England and guidance on mass gatherings, plans to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe will be changed.
Visit GOV.UK to find out more.
There are still lots of ways you get involved and show your support in marking the day on social media and via your digital channels.
VE day in your home
- Use this dedicated toolkit for resources and branding for your activity, including messages or remembrance and thanks for the WW2 generation, with celebrations at home or in your care setting. This includes bunting and posters you can print and display in our home and windows to show you’re marking the day.
- Plan your party using this guide for ideas on how you can celebrate VE Day at home, with recipes, music and more.
- Use English Heritage’s pack to help you put together your own celebrations to mark the #VEDay75 from home.
More ideas of how to get involved on the VE day website.
Getting involved in Salford
Salford City Council has a resource hub full of ideas of how you can celebrate VE day from home, from learning more about the history of the war to trying out wartime recipes, hairstyles and dances or designing your own bunting and hosting a Victory tea party.
Share your creative ideas and celebrations with them on social media using the #VEDay75 hashtag and tagging @SalfordCouncil
Find out more on the Salford City Council website.
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