NEWNHAM VE DAY CELEBRATIONS
VE Day 80 - Beacon - Thursday 8th May 2025
On 8 May 2025, we mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, our nation will unite to celebrate 80 years of peace since the end of World War II in Europe. VE Day 80 is not only a tribute to those who fought for freedom but also a powerful reminder of the resilience and unity that have defined our country ever since.
Once again we will light a Beacon on Walkers Hill (from Poets Corner) as part of the National Beacon at 21:30 on 8th May.
The International Tribute will be read at 21:00 before the Beacon is lit at 21:30 along with other Beacons across the Country
Music from the period will be supplied by Robin Levin with Howes Fish and Chip Van arriving at 20:00.
Shuttle Bus
There will be a shuttle bus available between 19:30 & 22:30 from the following locations, please walk or get the bus as parking is limited:-
Lady Close
The Green
Village Hall
Mounts Lane
Bonfire Help
To help our bonfire please let us have your spare wood – contact Jim at
jim.a.simpson@btinternet.com
Newnham is a small village located in the county of Northamptonshire, just south of Daventry, situated on the banks of the River Nene and surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village name is thought to derive from Anglo Saxon meaning, however it could also mean 'At the new homestead/village' or 'at the new hemmed-in land'.