12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pembrokeshire Herald
VE Day 80 marked at Newport Castle with community tea party
Music, fancy dress and memories at historic Pembrokeshire event
A SPECIAL afternoon of celebration took place at Newport Castle today (Friday, May 10) as part of nationwide events to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
Beginning at 3:00pm, the VE Day Anniversary Tea Party was a nostalgic and family-friendly tribute to the end of the Second World War in Europe. Organisers have planned a full programme of entertainment and activities to bring the community together in remembrance and reflection.
Highlights of the event included a performance by the renowned Cardigan RFC Choir, live music, face painting for children, and a 1940s fancy dress theme. Refreshments will be served throughout the afternoon.
The castle grounds were transformed with Union Jack bunting and wartime memorabilia, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of street parties held across the UK in May 1945.
Locals were encouraged to attend in vintage attire and join in singing songs that would have been familiar to those who celebrated the original VE Day eight decades ago.
The event was free to attend and has been supported by local volunteers and community groups who have come together to ensure this milestone anniversary is marked in true Pembrokeshire spirit.
Victory in Europe Day marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender on May 8, 1945, bringing an end to six years of war in Europe.
The celebrations at Newport Castle continue a week of VE80 commemorations across the county.
