30th May 2024
Thursday 6th June, 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings at Normandy. The Battle of Normandy was the largest seaborne invasion in history. Along with the associated airborne operations, it marked the beginning of the liberation of France and western Europe. To commemorate the day, there will be a number of events happening across Thame, including:
Wreath Laying Ceremony: 6th June - 11am
The Royal British Legion Thame will conduct a wreath-laying service at 11am at the Thame War Memorial.
Ringing Out for Peace: 6th June - 6.30pm
St Mary's Church belltower will ring out across Thame.
Lamp Light of Peace: 6th June - 9.15pm
Thame Town Council will display a beacon of peace at the Town Hall on the 6th June. Thame residents are also encouraged to light a lamp of peace at 9.15pm to coincide with the D-Day 80 Lamp of Peace commemorations across the country. Learn more in the D-Day 80 Beacons Guide.
Vintage Tea: 8th June - 2.30pm
St Mary's Church is hosting a Vintage Tea in aid of Royal British Legion on Saturday 8th June. Enjoy delicious sandwiches, scones, assorted cakes, tea & coffee, all served on fine china for only £10 per person. Seats are limited. Tickets available from the Town Hall Information Centre, phone: 01844 212 833, or email [email protected]
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| Commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day with a poppy lapel pin. All profits go to the Thame branch of the Royal British Legion. £3 per pin (cash only) Available at Thame Town Hall Information Centre. |
