Barton Village VE Day Street Party, 7th June 2025
Join us on Saturday, 7th June as Barton comes together for a joyous street party to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day!
All villagers are warmly invited to a ‘bring and share’ celebration along School Lane from 12pm onwards. The road will be closed and beautifully decorated, creating a welcoming space for everyone to gather, share food, and enjoy the festivities.
A limited number of tables and chairs will be provided, so if you’re able to bring portable ones, please do! The Hoops is kindly supporting the occasion, offering space in the garden for picnicking (please note that all drinks in the pub area must be purchased from The Hoops).
What’s in Store?
Expect a fantastic line-up of entertainment and activities, including:
🎶 Live music in The Hoops Garden
🚙 War-time Jeep display
🎂 Cake competition
🎩 Children’s magic show & entertainment
🥔 ‘Potato decoration’ competition
🎟️ Golden ticket raffle
🍦 Street food & Toni’s ice cream van
📜 War-time memorabilia display and teas served in the Church
You should have received a leaflet through your letterbox, filled with exciting details about the day—including raffles, competitions, and entertainment. If you haven’t seen it yet, a copy is available to view at the bottom of this post.
Let’s make this a memorable day for Barton—bring your picnic, your creativity, and your community spirit as we celebrate together!
