Rutland Marks 80th Anniversary of VE Day with Special Flag Raising Ceremony at Oakham Castle For those unable to attend in person, Oakham and Rutland News will be streaming the ceremony live via our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/OakhamandRutlandNews.
Rutland Marks 80th Anniversary of VE Day with Special Flag Raising Ceremony at Oakham Castle
Oakham, Rutland – May 8, 2025 – A poignant flag-raising ceremony is taking place this morning at Oakham Castle to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. The special event marks eight decades since the end of the Second World War in Europe on May 8, 1945.
A ceremonial VE Day 80th anniversary flag will be hoisted in the historic grounds of Oakham Castle at 10:00 AM. Representatives from the 1st Military Working Dog Regiment, stationed at St George’s Barracks, North Luffenham, will have the honour of raising the flag.
The ceremony is a public event, inviting residents to join in remembrance. Dignitaries in attendance include His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland, Dr Sarah Furness. Representing Rutland County Council are Vice-Chairman Cllr Samantha Harvey and Armed Forces Champion Cllr David Wilby. The Mayor of Oakham, Cllr Paul Ainsley, will also deliver a proclamation.
VE Day holds profound significance, and events across the United Kingdom today will honour the memory of all those who lost their lives during the conflict.
Rutland's Armed Forces Champion, Cllr David Wilby, highlighted the importance of these commemorations, stating, “80 years after the end of the Second World War, the number of people who lived through this defining period in our history is growing ever smaller. This makes it even more important that we take time to stop and remember the incredible acts of valour that were carried out to protect our country and way of life. Rutland’s connection with the Armed Forces is very special and an immense source of pride to us all.”
For those unable to attend in person, Oakham and Rutland News will be streaming the ceremony live via our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/OakhamandRutlandNews.
