UK / South East / Kent
VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebrations at Canterbury Cathedral
11 The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH
1st - 31st May
This year, the nation celebrates the 80th Anniversary of ‘Victory in Europe Day’ (VE Day), which marked the end of the war in Europe on May 8th 1945.
In honour of this day, throughout May, we are holding a special programme of services and events at Canterbury Cathedral.
The Canterbury Book of Remembrance
On display throughout May
Choral Evensong to mark the 80th Anniversary of VE Day†
Thurs 8 May, 17:30
Ringing Out in Celebration of Peace
Thurs 8 May, 18:30
FREE* WWII-themed Mini Talks
Thurs 8 May – Between 10:00-16:00, various intervals
‘The Cathedral in WWII’ Tours
Various dates between Mon 5 – Sat 10 May (see event webpage)
£5 per person, plus Cathedral admission charge.
FIND OUT MORE: www.canterbury-cathedral.org/ve80
† Live streamed on YouTube
*Included free with a valid Cathedral Admission Ticket, Cathedral Pass or Friends’ Card. Kids go FREE everyday! (T&Cs apply); does not apply to group bookings or school visits.
Opening Times
See opening times on our website.
Prices
Many of these events are free or included with admission; please check full event information for pricing.
Facilities
Dog Friendly
Café
Picnic Site
Baby Changing
Disabled Access
Toilets
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