The celebrations culminated in a number of public events across the three towns on ‘VE Day 80’ yesterday (Thursday, May 8).
Flags were raised, beacons were lit, cadets and veterans marched, songs were played and sung and much more took place.
Here are some photos of it all.
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An event to celebrate VE Day 80 was held at Newbold Comyn in Leamington at which the beacon was lit yesterday evening (Thursday May 8). Photo: Warwick District Counci
14. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
An event to celebrate VE Day 80 was held at Newbold Comyn in Leamington at which the beacon was lit yesterday evening (Thursday May 8). Photo: Warwick District Council
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An event to celebrate VE Day 80 was held at Newbold Comyn in Leamington at which the beacon was lit yesterday evening (Thursday May 8). Warwick District Council chairman Cllr Robert Margrave (pictured) gave a reading at the event. Photo: Warwick District Council
16. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
The Leamington branch of the Royal British Legion was heavily involved in the events around the town on VE Day 80. Photo: Warwick District Council