Share your VE Day stories
As time goes on, the chance to hear from those who lived through the second world war becomes increasingly rare. It is up to us to preserve their stories and ensure the legacy of those who sacrificed so much is remembered for generations to come.
Some people in Telford may still remember where they were, or how they felt, when they heard the news that the Second World War was coming to an end.
If you, or someone you know, has a powerful memory or personal story from that historic day, I would love to hear from you.
Please get in touch using the form below and share the experiences of the remarkable individuals who lived through it so we can ensure these are not forgotten.
Share your VE Day memories with Shaun
VE Day events in Telford
The following events are happening in Telford as we mark VE Day celebrations.
Do you have an event to add to the list? Please let me know! You can email me: shaun.davies.mp@parliament.uk
Saturday 3 May
May Day & VE Day Celebrations
Where: Hollinswood Local Centre, TF3 2EW
When: 12noon to 4pm Free Event.
Thursday 8 May
Special Armed Forces Community Café event and Beacon lighting Dawley House
Where: 22 Burton Street, Dawley
Thursday 8 May
VE Day Memorial Bench opening
Where: Meeting Point House (green space)
When: 11am – 1pm (bench reveal at 11.30am)
Saturday 10 May
Great Dawley Street Party
Where: Dawley High Street
When: 11am to 3pm
Saturday 10 May
Community day and entertainment The Anstice
Where: Anstice Square, Madeley, TF7 5BD
Saturday 10 May
VE Day Picnic in the Park Oakengates Picnic in the Park
When: 11am to 3pm
Saturday 10 May
Culturekind Chinese Community VE Day 80: From War to Peace and Unity
Where: E4 Stafford Park 15, Telford, Telford and Wrekin, TF3 3BB
Parents Opening Doors (PODS):
Where: 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park
What’s planned:
- Blossom and Bloom Tea Party – Tuesday 6 May, 10am – 11.30am
- Crafts for parents and carers – Thursday 8 May, 10am – 11.30am
- Family Fish and Chip Bingo – Thursday 8 May, 6pm – 7.30pm
- Cake decorating for parents and carers – Friday 9 May, 10am – 11.30am
- Craft Session and Tea Party – Saturday 10 May, 11am – 1pm
