In pictures: VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations in Rugby borough

By Advertiser Reporter

Published 9th May 2025, 12:43 BST

Updated 9th May 2025, 13:05 BST

VE Day celebrations have taken place across Rugby borough to mark the 80th anniversary of the historic event and to commemorate those who died in the Second World War and conflicts since.

The celebrations culminated in a number of public events across the town yesterday (Thursday, May 8).

Services were held, flags were raised, beacons were lit, cadets and veterans marched, songs were played and sung.

Schools, churches, community groups, schools and care homes took part in they day.

There was a vintage market in the town centre, shop staff dressed their windows and there was a special peal of the bells of St Andrew's Church.

Celebrations are still taking place into the weekend.

The beacon is lit in Dunchurch.

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The beacon is lit in Dunchurch. Photo: Sue Protheroe

Families enjoy the vintage market.

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Families enjoy the vintage market. Photo: Phil Hibble

All dressed up for the vintage market in the town centre.

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All dressed up for the vintage market in the town centre. Photo: Warren Strickland

Marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in Hillmorton.

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Marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in Hillmorton. Photo: Patrick Joyce

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