Brits will mark 80 years since the end of World War Two with four days of celebrations

BRITS will mark 80 years since the end of World War Two with four days of celebrations.

A grand military parade, a flypast, and a star-studded concert will lead the VE Day tributes kicking off on the early May Bank Holiday.

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Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announced four days of VE Day celebrations[/caption]

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said it will be an opportunity to “pay tribute to those who served in the Second World War and reflect on values they fought for”.

She added: “People will be able to hear our veterans’ stories and ensure stories of sacrifice and service are remembered.”

On Monday, May 5, the Cenotaph will be draped in Union Flags and a military procession will go from Whitehall to Buckingham Palace, before a flypast of the Red Arrows and other aircraft.

The following day, a poppy installation will be unveiled at the Tower of London.

May 7 will mark the anniversary of Sir Winston Churchill’s victory broadcast — as Westminster Hall hosts a special concert.

But the main VE Day 80 event will be on Thursday, May 8, with a service for world leaders and veterans at Westminster Abbey. Later, 10,000 will attend a concert at Horse Guards Parade.

Hundreds of veterans are expected to join the VE Day anniversary celebrations.

Recalling the day in 1945 itself, ex-Wrens signaller Marie Scott, 98, said: “London was manic, everyone kissing and hugging.”

But she added: “Within a forseeable future, there will be nobody left to talk about their participation in World War Two.”

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