- D-Day Commemorations In Broxtowe
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D-Day Commemorations In Broxtowe
Leader of Broxtowe Borough Council, Councillor Milan Radulovic MBE said: ''D-Day is one of the most significant events in our history and it is right that we should commemorate this important anniversary to recognise the sacrifices of those who fought for our freedom. As ever, the Broxtowe community has really come together to ensure we pay a fitting tribute to our armed forces heroes.”
Just some of the events taking place in Broxtowe include:
- D-Day themed activities at the Hemlock Happening on 8 June at Bramcote Hills Park https://www.broxtowe.gov.uk/news-events/whats-on-where/2024/hemlock-happening-2024/?date=08-06-2024
- Special commemorations as part of the Freedom Parade in Stapleford on 29 June broxtowe.gov.uk/freedomparade
- Commemorative service at Bramcote Crematorium on Sunday 9 June, led by Reverend James Lindsay
- Beacon Lightings
- D-Day 80 Proclamation events
- Flag raising events for the Flag of Peace
- Afternoon Teas
- Open Days
Residents can visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/dday80 to find out more, as well as for details on how to share their own events and how else you can get involved.
This includes activities for schools and community groups and information about national events you can take part in.
Share photos of your events and old photographs from the time with us on Facebook and Twitter and using #BroxtoweD-Day80 or emailing civic@broxtowe.gov.uk (photos should be 1MB or less in size and should be sent to us with the written consent of those included).