Published: 22 April 2025
From: Community
ºÚÁÏÍøÕ¾ Borough Council is holding a beacon lighting event at Tilgate Park to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day on 8 May.
This significant day marks the end of World War II in Europe and honours the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom. The beacon lighting is part of a nationwide initiative, with beacons being lit across the country to create a chain of light that represents hope and remembrance.
The event will start at 8pm with a performance by a local marching band, Sussex and Surrey Drum and Bugle Corps, setting the tone for a night of reflection and celebration. Vintage trio Angel Delights will be performing war time songs and ºÚÁÏÍøÕ¾ Writers Circle will be reading locally written poetry.
At 9.30pm, the Mayor of ºÚÁÏÍøÕ¾, Councillor Sharmila Sivarajah, will light the beacon.
I would like to invite all of ºÚÁÏÍøÕ¾ ‘s residents to join us in what will be a poignant national ceremony. This is the 80th anniversary of VE day and this will be the opportunity to remember and honour our heroes.
Councillor Sharmila Sivarajah
Mayor of ºÚÁÏÍøÕ¾
The event is free to attend and open to all residents and visitors.
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