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.
17. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
The Warwick Town Crier proclaimed VE Day atop the Warwickshire Museum roof. Photo: Warwick Town Council
18. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebarate VE Day 80
A series of special flags designed by Warwick school children have been hung this week as part of the town’s VE Day celebrations. Left two photos show the flags (photos by Warwick Town Council) and right shows Adhav Navinan from Emscote Infant School who designed the overall winning flag, with the Mayor of Warwick, Cllr David Skinner (photo by Emscote Infant School). Photo: Pictures supplied
19. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
A series of special flags designed by Warwick school children have been hung this week as part of the town’s VE Day celebrations. Photo: Warwick Town Council
20. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
Garden Court Priory Road Warwick dressed to commemorate VE Day 80. Photo: Jean Fletcher