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You are warmly invited to join us for a special VE Day Commemoration Service marking 80 years since Victory in Europe Day, to be held at the historic Fort Perch Rock in New Brighton.This poignant and proud occasion will be attended by our Guest of Honour, Mr. John Dennett, a distinguished World War Two veteran who served during the D-Day landings and the Italy campaign.
Please see the full schedule below:
📍 Arrival
1:00pm – Arrive at The Mess, Fort Perch Rock
1:30pm – Be seated in the Courtyard
Live wartime music will play as we await the start of the service.
🕊️ Commemoration Service – 2:00pm Start
Welcome Address – Tony Franks-Buckley, National Vice Chairman of the Italy Star Association
A Reflection on VE Day
Reading – Heather Atkinson
Poem – Leslie Butler
Prayer – Heather Atkinson
The Last Post – Performed by Martyn McGinty
Wreath Laying Ceremony – Led by John Dennett
Poem – Kyle Brookes
Prayer – Heather Atkinson
God Save the King – Sung by Martyn McGinty
Poem – Andrew Games
“Redemption Song” – Sung live by Jericho UNO
The ceremony will conclude with a respectful moment of reflection.
🎺 Post-Service Celebration
Enjoy Wartime Music in the Courtyard, with Food and Drinks available to purchase from The Mess café bar.
Free Parking is available in the Fort Perch Rock car park.
📍 Address: Fort Perch Rock, New Brighton, CH45 2JU
We look forward to welcoming you as we honour the legacy of those who served, and celebrate a moment of peace, unity, and remembrance.
Tickets are free, plus food, refreshements and bar will be available all day.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Fort Perch Rock, Marine Promenade, CH452JU Wallasey, United Kingdom, Fort Perch Roc, Marine Promenade, Wallasey, CH45 2JU, United Kingdom,Wallasey
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