Shipston to mark D-Day anniversary

It is 80 years snce D-Day, a key turning point in WW2. Shipston is marking it with two events.

There will be a D-Day 80 service of commemoration on Thursday 6th June 2024, 1pm at the gyratory.

A beacon to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day will be lit on the evening of Thursday 6th June at Whaddon Farm, Darlingscote Road.

Gates open 7.30pm. The beacon will be lit at 9.15pm. Come along for 1940s music and Royal British Legion merchandise stall. There will be a collection for the First Responders. Please
bring some cash – and a torch!

All welcome.