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VE Day Virtual Celebration in Northumbria

VE Day is taking place on Friday 8th May, this year's VE Day will be unlike other years, as we'll have three days to celebrate the historic occasion marking the day that Victory in Europe prevailed during the Second World War. But all Celebrations will be done and held during lockdown and taking into consideration social distancing.  So Below are some activities which are being carried out in our Area.

Consett and District Branch

Take a look at the Consett and District Facebook page.  The have a packed day which includes amongst other things a virtual tea party (prize for best pics of party) live music from Mirranda and also a live quiz.

Rothbury Branch

Carlisle and Stanwix Branch 

Our neighbours and colleagues, Carlisle and Stanwix Branch have produced a recording that is already running on YouTube: