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Edenbridge commemorates D-Day 80 years on

D-Day was the name given to the 6 June, 1944 invasion of the beaches at Normandy in northern France by allied troops from countries including the United Kingdom during World War II. Historians often refer to it as the beginning of the end of World War II.

The Council was delighted to host two community events for Edenbridge residents to commemorate the 80th anniversary of this historic day.

On 5 June, older members of our community, including those from local care homes, enjoyed an afternoon tea, music and dancing thanks to funding from West Kent Housing Association and Alan Layland.

On 6 June, everyone was invited to attend an evening community event at Stangrove Park for music, food and lighting of the Beacon.

Thank you to everyone involved in the organisation and running of these events, as well as everyone that came along and joined in the community spirit.

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D-Day 80th anniversary commemoration – 6 June

*update timings: church bells will ring at 6.30pm; music from 7.15pm

The Town Council is delighted to be hosting another community event on Thursday 6 June 2024, which will see the second lighting of the Beacon at Stangrove Park.

Residents are invited to attend and “bring your own picnic”. Parking and toilet facilities will be available at the leisure centre. There will also be a Fish ‘n’ Chip van and children’s play inflatables.

6.45 pm Church bells ring in Edenbridge Town

7.30 pm Music by Steve Conway (1940/50s Swing) and Edenbridge Town Band

9.15 pm Lighting of the Beacon

Find out more about D-Day and what’s happening across the country at https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/d-day-80

D-Day Afternoon Tea – Wednesday 5 June

The Council will be hosting an Afternoon Tea for older and/or vulnerable members of our community who would like to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings.

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