Alderney holding two events to mark VE Day 80

Alderney is to hold events celebrating the 80th anniversary of World War Two's VE Day on two days, the government says.

The States said a tea party will be hosted in the Island Hall Gardens from 14:00 BST until 15:30 on Monday 5 May, which was open to all.

In addition, on Thursday 8 May, a beacon is to be lit on the Butes at 20:30.

Organisers said the beacon lighting would see the Island Band playing from 19:50, with singers joining at 20:15 to help attendees participate in singing I Vow to Thee My Country, which is also due to be sung across the UK.

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