VE Day 80 commemorated in Milford Haven with day of remembrance

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1 year ago

May 8, 2025

MILFORD HAVEN marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day today (Thursday, May 8) with a series of commemorative events organised by the Town Council.

The day began at 9:00am with an official proclamation at the Cenotaph on Hamilton Terrace, led by Town Crier Mr Rye. Residents, councillors and local organisations gathered in remembrance of the end of the Second World War in Europe.

***Milford Haven Mayor Cllr William Elliot pays his respects (Image: Jason Davies)***

At 10:00am, a memorial service took place at St Katharine and St Peter’s Church, attended by members of the public, civic leaders and veterans, offering a time for reflection and gratitude.

The day’s events will conclude this evening with a beacon lighting ceremony at The Rath in Milford Haven at 9:30pm, symbolising the light of peace after the darkness of war.

Ahead of the beacon lighting, a parade and service will be held, involving local Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets, who have been invited to muster at The Water Gardens on the Rath from 8:30pm. Cadets from junior and senior sections will attend in full uniform, joining adult volunteers and community representatives for the closing ceremony.

***Town Crier Mr Rye makes the official declaration of commemoration (Image: Jason Davies)***

The evening service is expected to finish around 10:00pm.

The events in Milford Haven are part of a nationwide programme of activities to mark VE Day 80, honouring the courage and sacrifice of the wartime generation.

We will remember them.

Councillor Nicole Beavis-Morrissey; the Mayor of Milford Haven, Councillor William Elliott; Reverend Father Andrew Johnson; Councillor Yvonne Southwell; Councillor Kathy Gray; Councillor Carol Stevens; and Councillor Thomasina Stevens. (Pic: Alison George)

The Pembrokeshire Herald’s Coverage of the VE Day 80 commemorations are kindly sponsored by PMR

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