Although, as of last year, there was widespread agreement among parish constables that parish parties would not be a feature of this year’s Liberation Day, St Peter’s and St Andrew’s have both announced full-day programmes for the day, featuring live music, food, entertainment and activities for all ages.
There will also be many other events and celebrations taking place across the island, which are listed on the dedicated Liberation Day website.
‘It is the incredible spirit of our island that truly defines Liberation Day. By supporting parish events, we want to help ensure that everyone can take part, celebrating closer to home if they choose to, and in ways that reflect the needs of different ages and communities,’ said Helen Glencross, head of Culture & Heritage Services.
‘This is, at its heart, a community day. It simply would not be possible without the dedication, generosity and enthusiasm of the many individuals, volunteers and local groups who give their time to make it happen. I would like to express my sincere thanks to everyone planning Liberation Day celebrations this year.’
The St Peter’s celebration will feature a People’s Church Service, a ‘FreedomFest’ celebration at Sylvans Sports and Social Club, a showing of two wartime films, and a line-up of live music in the afternoon.
St Andrew’s will begin festivities at the Last Post at noon, lasting until 10pm. The day will see bouncy castles, a Crown and Anchor table, a hog roast, a barbecue and an outdoor bar available, as well as a selection of live music.
In the lead up to Liberation Day, there will also be a series of free lectures in St Peter Port by local historians Chris Oliver, Bryan Pill and Nick Le Huray.
Topics are set to include stories of escapes from the Occupation, Operation Basalt and the audacious raid on Sark, and the history of the Royal Guernsey Light Infantry.
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