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Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day with us
Thursday 8 May 2025 marks a significant milestone – the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
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On Thursday 1 May we’ll be holding a special flag-raising event outside Barking Town Hall to honour this historic occasion.
So many of you have also stepped forward to host a street party with your neighbours. We look forward to seeing your fabulous photos and videos - please don't forget to tag us in on social media.
Many of our borough’s wonderful community groups have also stepped forward to host local events – and they’re open to everyone! Take a look at the details below:
| Organisation | Date of event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Years Cocoon | Saturday 3 May | 11am to 2pm | Heathway Shopping Mall, Unit 30 |
| Royal British Legion | Monday 5 May | 12pm to 5pm | 541 Becontree Ave, Dagenham, RM8 3JP (TBC) |
| St Patricks Church | Monday 5 May | From 1pm | St Patrick’s Church, Blake Ave, IG11 9SQ |
| Community Resources | Thursday 8 May | 2.30pm to 4.30pm | Castle Point, 163 Bennett’s Castle Lane, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 3YJ |
| Carers Centre SA | Thursday 8 May | 12.30pm to 3pm |
234a Porters Avenue Dagenham Essex RM8 2EQ
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| Events 2 Empower | Thursday 8 May | 3.30pm to 6.30pm | Barking Town Square |
| Kingdom Builder | Monday 10 May | 2pm to 6pm | Old Dagenham Park |
And don’t forget, on Saturday 10 May, 10am – 4pm, Valence House is hosting a special VE Day event with musical performances from the period, an opportunity to delve into the house’s wartime collections and join a series of talks.