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VE Day plans revealed: Thousands to line streets of London for military procession to mark 80th anniversary

A procession of 1,300 armed forces personnel and a Red Arrows flypast are among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Evening Standard

King and Queen to host palace tea party to celebrate VE Day anniversary

Charles and Camilla will also watch a military procession and flypast with veterans and attend a celebratory concert.

The Independent UK

Thousands expected to line streets of London as Government reveals VE Day plans

A flypast by the Red Arrows is among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

The Independent UK

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Riders from King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery rehearse complex VE Day routine

The artillery were seen practising a complex procedure known as a Musical Drive.

Evening Standard

Liberation Convoy to recreate wartime route from Norway to UK for VE Day events

Fishing boats and a merchant ship were used to smuggle special forces soldiers and secret agents from Shetland to Nazi-occupied Norway.

The Independent UK

Special stamps to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

Images of Dame Vera Lynn from different aspects of her wartime career are included.

The Independent UK

VE Day 2025 guide: Ideas and events in London to commemorate the 80th anniversary

The allies saw victory in Europe 80 years ago

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Pubs allowed to stay open later to mark VE Day 80th anniversary

Sir Keir Starmer has called for the nation to unite in honour as the UK marks 80 years since VE Day

The Independent UK

Pubs in England and Wales allowed to stay open later for VE Day anniversary

Venues to remain open until 1am as PM urges UK to come together to mark 80th anniversary on 8 May

The Guardian - UK

Prime Minister extends pub opening hours for VE Day

Pubs and bars that usually close at 11pm will be able to keep serving for an extra two hours on Thursday May 8 to celebrate.

The Independent UK

Peggy Woolley to feature in Archers prequel for VE Day 80th anniversary

June Spencer, who played Peggy for more than 70 years, died last year aged 105.

Evening Standard

VE Day parade to go ahead after councillor suggested it would be ‘elitist’

Dacorum Borough Council cabinet member Caroline Smith-Wright had told a meeting on April 2 that there were no plans for a parade.

The Independent UK

Award-winning actors to star in Second World War film released for VE Day

Olivier Award-winning actor Julian Glover will feature in The Next Morning, written by James Graham.

Evening Standard

Veterans recall ‘euphoric’ VE Day celebrations ahead of 80th anniversary

Attendees, aged between 96 and 100, gathered for a tea party at The Ritz to share memories of the historic day.

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Matt Goss releasing 'emotional' charity single for 80th anniversary of VE Day

Bros star Matt Goss has teamed up with The Not Forgotten charity to release the song 'Not Forgotten' to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, with all proceeds going to the organisation to help veterans.

Evening Standard

Lisa Nandy urges next generation to ‘carry the torch’ before VE Day anniversary

The Culture Secretary announced the full programme of events to mark the anniversary.

Marie Claire

Get Ready for a Busy Royal Spring After Historic Events in London Announced

The Royal Family will help celebrate a major anniversary this May.

Evening Standard

Public urged to commemorate VE Day 80th anniversary with street parties

Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8 each year to mark when the Allies formally accepted Germany’s surrender in 1945.

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The Independent UK

Veterans countdown to VE Day anniversary with full-size Spitfire replica

An anniversary concert on May 8 will celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with music and personal memories

Evening Standard

Veterans join countdown to VE Day anniversary with full-size Spitfire replica

An anniversary concert on May 8 will celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with music and personal memories.

The Independent UK

Pipers to count down to 80th anniversary of VE Day with 80 days of piping

Pipe Major Lady Jane Macrae said this year’s commemoration was especially important because of the dwindling number of veterans.

The Independent UK

VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations might be ‘last chance to thank veterans’

TV presenter and actor Ross Kemp and Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes launched the memorial programme at a London school.

Evening Standard

Pageant master hopes to start nationwide singalong to mark 80 years since VE Day

Bruno Peek has proposed the nation sings the hymn I Vow To Thee My Country.

The Independent UK

Second World War veterans urged to register for VE Day and VJ Day events

The anniversaries are in May and August this year.

Marie Claire

This Historic 2025 Royal Family Photo Op "Might Feel a Bit Like Overkill," Per Royal Author

Robert Hardman tells 'Marie Claire' that "people have an appetite to see the family, but it's a limited appetite."

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