Wanstead residents are invited to help plan how the community can best commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, which marked the end of World War Two in Europe on 8 May 1945.
“My hope is for Wanstead to come together to do something special. One idea I’ve had is to host a concert which could raise funds for the restoration of the Wanstead War Memorial. If you would like to get involved and be part of planning ways to mark this important anniversary, do get in touch,” said Rev James Gilder of Wanstead Parish, who will be holding an open meeting at Christ Church on 19 February from 7pm to discuss ideas.
Royal Pageant Master Bruno Peek is encouraging a “shared moment of celebration” across the country, with communities asked to light beacons, fly VE Day flags and host street or garden parties.
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