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.
21. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
The Myton Hospice charity shop was named as winner of Kenilworth's VE Day shop window competition, run by the town council. Photo: National World
22. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
Care UK’s Priors House, on Old Milverton Lane near Leamington, is welcomed people to honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with its very own 1940s-themed open day. Photo: Picture supplied
23. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrate VE Day 80
Care UK’s Priors House, on Old Milverton Lane in Leamington, pulled out all the stops to commemorate the poignant anniversary of Victory in Europe, and hosted a 1940s-themed swing party. On the day, guests wore their finest 1940s attire and were joined by the cadets from Warwick School. Photo: Picture supplied
24. In pictures: Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth celebrates VE Day 80
Care UK’s Priors House, on Old Milverton Lane in Leamington, pulled out all the stops to commemorate the poignant anniversary of Victory in Europe, and hosted a 1940s-themed swing party with lively performances by Victoria Bunn and Sarah Riad who provided the perfect atmosphere for a dance and a sing-along. On the day, guests wore their finest 1940s attire and were joined by the cadets from Warwick School. Photo: Picture supplied