The street parties which heralded victory in Europe during World War Two will be recreated at the National Memorial Arboretum.
A series of events will take place from 9am to 5pm at the Alrewas site on Sunday (May 10) to mark the 70th anniversary of VE Day.
A remembrance service will feature, alongside flag-making sessions for children, period music and entertainment and a vintage market.
A spokesperson said: “Remember those who served the war effort, both at home and away, during World War Two at our vintage street party-style event, reminiscent of those held in May 1945.”
The timetable for the day is:
- 9am – 5pm – Curly Magpie vintage and handmade craft market
- 9am – 5pm – Costumed interpreters
- 9am – 5pm – Vintage-style food and drink outlets open
- 10am – 3pm – Children’s flag making – a donation of £1 per child is suggested for this activity
- 10am – Musical performance from the Academy Swing Band
- 10.55am – Daily act of Remembrance in the Millennium Chapel
- 11am – Service of Remembrance at the Women’s Land Army and Women’s Timber Corps Memorial
- 11.30am – 1940s’ classics performed by Laura Jane
- 12.15pm – Musical performance from the Academy of Swing Band
- 1pm – 1940s’ classics performed by Laura Jane
- 1.45pm – Musical performance from the Academy Swing Band
- 2.30pm – 1940s’ classics performed by Laura Jane
- 3.15pm – Musical performance from the Academy of Swing Band
- 4pm – 1940s’ classics performed by Laura Jane
Entry into the National Memorial Arboretum is free, but donations are welcome. Charges apply for some activities.