Nottinghamshire
Lieutenancy
30 Apr 2025
A summary of VE day Events taking place across Nottinghamshire. For more details about events in your area, please visit the District Council Websites linked below
Nottingham and selected events from Visit Nottinghamshire
VE Day 80 Peace Party= Sutton Lawn from 3.15-5.30pm
VE Day 80th Anniversary Picnic Bring your picnic and drinks to the Memorial Hall. | Monday, 5th May 2025. 1:00pm to 4:00pm. | Clayworth Memorial Hall |
Bassetlaw District Council - VE Day Commemoration Invited guests will enjoy a fish and chip lunch and entertainment from Jayne Darling. | Thursday, 8th May 2025. 12noon - 3pm. | Retford Town Hall |
Valerie's Tearoom - Afternoon tea Enjoy afternoon tea, wartime songs and you can even get dressed up in the 1940s style if you wish! Booking is essential, please include any dietary requirements. Call 01909 470 985 or email tearooms@aurorawellbeing.org.uk to book (£20 per person). | Thursday, 8th May 2025. 3:30pm - 5:30pm. | The Old Library Building,Memorial Avenue,Worksop S80 2BP |
Blyth Parish Council - Ringing Church bells. | Thursday, 8th May 2025. 6:30pm | St Mary and St Martin's Church Blyth |
Blyth Parish Council - Lighting the beacon. | Thursday, 8th May 2025. 9:30pm | Playing field off Spital Road |
Shireoaks Parish Council Fish and chips, plus tea and coffee, followed by lighting the beacon. | Thursday, 8th May 2025. 9:30pm | Shireoaks Village Hall |
Treswell Parish Council Refreshments served from the bar at Treswell Village Hall, followed by lighting the beacon. | Thursday, 8th May 2025. Refreshments - from 8pm. Lighting the beacon - 9:30pm. | Treswell Village Hall |
Thursday 8 May 2025 will be a day of remembrance and community spirit as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
Join the Mayor of Broxtowe, Councillor Sue Paterson, in raising the VE Day 80th Anniversary Flag at 9am on Thursday 8 May in Beeston Square.
Activities and events will be taking place across Broxtowe, bringing us together to reflect, remember and celebrate. Keep an eye on our VE Day webpage to stay updated with the latest events in the Borough at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/veday80
Celebrate at home with a traditional fish, chips, and mushy peas lunch or by lighting a lamp to reflect on the sacrifices of those that fought for our freedom.
We’d love to see your family photos and hear your stories from WWII and VE Day! Share your memories using #BroxtoweVEDay80 or email press@broxtowe.gov.uk to be featured.
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Warren Hill Action Group (WAG)
VE Day Themed Family Fun Jumble Event
Warren Hill Action Group (WAG) is running a VE day themed family fun day for local residents, there will be activities to take part in and a jumble sale to raise money future free events.
Location: The Muirfield Road Recreation Ground, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 9QR. Date: Sunday 04 May. Time: 12 noon - 4pm.
Organiser: Warren Hill Action Group. Contact: Sue Jablonska Email: wagng5@hotmail.co.uk
Gedling Borough Council VE 80 Flag Raising Ceremony
Gedling Borough Council is holding at commemorative flag raising to mark VE Day.
Location: Civic Centre, Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 6LU. Date 08.05.25. Time: 10:00am.
Guests are asked to gather at the roundabout by 9.55am for a 10.00am start at the Civic Centre roundabout in front of the main entrance to the Civic Centre.
Organiser: Gedling Borough Council. Emma McGinlay Democratic Service Manager. Email: Emma.McGinlay@gedling.gov.uk
Your CVS Notts
Your CVS Notts is holding a VE Day celebration at Arnold Methodist Church. Address: 54 Front St, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 7EL. Date: Friday 09 May. Time: 1pm – 4pm. This is a FREE event. The Wartime Singers will be there, take part in a VE day quiz, enjoy the free food. Please come along dressed in red, white and blue. Organiser: Your CVS Email: info@yourcvsnotts.org
Newstead Community Picnic to Celebrate VE Day and 150th Birthday of Village
The local community in Newstead are coming together to hold a community picnic in the park in celebration of VE Day 80 years ago and their village’s 150th birthday.
Location: Newstead Recreation Ground, Tilford Rd, Newstead Village, Nottingham
NG15 0BU. Date: 10.05.25. Time: 1pm – 3pm.
Organiser: Newstead Community Events. Email: newsteadcommunityevents@outlook.com
Community Afternoon Tea Party
The Netherfield Forum is hosting a community afternoon tea party event to celebrate VE day. Location: St Georges Centre, 91 Victoria Rd, Netherfield, Nottingham NG4 2NN. Date: Thursday 8th May. Time 2pm – 4pm. Est Attendance 100.
A brilliant afternoon is planned with lots of wonderful singing, live music and delicious sandwiches and cakes. Booking is essential and a £2.00 booking fee is required. This will be donated to the Royal British Legion. Photos will be taken of the event and posted on the Netherfield Forum website. This event has been funded in part by councillors and Cllr Strong is steering the event.
Organiser: Netherfield Forum. Contact: Tina Simpson. Email: tinahsimpson@tiscali.co.uk
Salute to the 40’s VE 80 celebration Mapperley Plains Social Club
The Mapperley Plains Social Club (Formerly Gedling Miners Welfare) is holding a Salute to the 40’s VE 80 celebration event. Location: Mapperley Plains Recreational & Social Club, Plains Road, Nottingham. NG3 5RH. Date: Saturday 10th May. Time: 1pm – 5pm. The event includes: Tabletop Stalls, Sweetheart of the Forces Vintage Singer Melody Flyte, SNARC Radio Club with Morse Code, Wartime Singer Bingo, Carlton TA Display, Singalong War Songs, Charity Cakes and Stall for SSFFA and Full Bar. Admission per person £1.00.
Organiser: Mapperley Plains Social Club. Contact Phone: 0115 9265421 Email: mapperleyplains@gmail.com
Mansfield is set to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a heartfelt and joyous series of events that celebrate the spirit, resilience, and unity of wartime Britain.
Mansfield Palace Theatre is proud to present a nostalgic line-up of shows that will have audiences singing, laughing, and reminiscing:
D Day Darlings – Tuesday 6 May at 2.30pmAs seen on Britain’s Got Talent, this acclaimed vocal group brings the wartime era to life with their harmonies, stories, and songs that captured a generation. This moving tribute to the wartime spirit promises a heartfelt afternoon of music and memories.
The Dad’s Army Radio Show – Wednesday 4 June at 7.30pmTwo actors. Twenty-five characters. One classic British comedy. Don’t miss this side-splitting recreation of the beloved BBC series, all delivered with pitch-perfect timing and affectionate hilarity.
Neil Sands’ Land of Hope and Glory – Wednesday 18 June at 2pmA spectacular afternoon of patriotic songs, dazzling costumes, and touching tributes to the heroes of the past. This feel-good show is packed with favourite melodies and flag-waving moments to stir the soul.
And the celebrations don’t stop there!
Celebration in the Park – Saturday 3 May, 10am to 2pm at Yeoman Hill ParkMansfield District Council invites the whole community to come together for a free, fun-filled day in the park. Expect live music from local artists, face painting, fantastic entertainment, delicious food vans and much more. Bring the family, bring a picnic, and bring your best singing voice – it’s a day not to be missed!
Join us as we honour VE Day 80 with pride, joy, and plenty of community cheer.
Head to the What's On pages to secure your tickets or contact the Box Office on 01623 463133. We can’t wait to welcome you soon.
Tea Party at Norwood Park 2pm-6pm to honour and raise funds for The Red Cross in recognition of their WW2 service running the Auxiliary Hospital at Norwood. Click the link below for more details
VE Day Celebration: Afternoon Tea | Norwood Park
Nottingham and selected events from Visit Nottinghamshire