Chard VE Day Beacon Lighting

    Thursday, 8 May 2025

    Time
    19:00 - 21:30
    Venue
    Chard Beacon, Chard, TA20 1PP
    Price
    Free

    A celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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    The full day consists of:

    9 am - Chard Town Crier will read the proclamation from the balcony of the Guildhall.

    10:45 am - Wreath Laying Service at St Mary's Church Chard

    7 pm - Beacon lighting event. Celebrate this special moment and enjoy live entertainment from John Gudge and Bethany Goodman, refreshments, and exhibits.

    The beacon will be lit at 8:15 pm, following the international tribute.

    Let’s come together for this shared moment of remembrance and celebration. 🎉


     

    Venue

    Chard Beacon
    Crowshute Link
    Chard
    TA20 1PP

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