Oxfordshire care home invites community to honour VE Day

A Thame care home is opening its doors to the community to mark 80 years since the end of World War II. 

On Thursday 8^th May, from 3pm-5pm Care UK’s Cuttlebrook Hall, on Stock Road, is welcoming local people to honour the 80^th anniversary of VE Day with its very own 1940s-themed street party.

VE Day was celebrated on 8^th May 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties.

At Cuttlebrook Hall, the team has been hard at work organising their own special commemorative event, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s. 

The day's celebrations will also include a live singing performance of wartime music and an insightful talk led by Thame Museum in the afternoon, discussing what life was like during World War II and the significance of VE Day. Visitors will also receive gift bags including popular sweets from the 1940s. 

Alana Corr, Home Manager at Cuttlebrook Hall, said: “Here at Cuttlebrook Hall, we’re thrilled to be marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day with the help of the community – and especially delighted to be welcoming Thame Museum for the occasion. 

“We know this is a very important milestone for residents and are looking forward to having the opportunity to learn more about this poignant period.

“On behalf of the whole team, I’d like to extend a warm welcome to anyone interested in coming along for what we anticipate will be an informative and enriching day full of celebration!”