Village History St Cynog's Church World War I
News: 14th May, 2020

Commemorating V.E. Day

V.E. Day - Commemorating 75th Years of Peace in Europe (in Lockdown!)

A collection of photos illustrating how Llangynog WI members still managed to commemorate the ending of the War, whilst in isolation, or strictly observing the rules of social distancing.


The preparations begin

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Maureen, Anne Hill, Val & Ann Marsh put up the bunting.
Some dress 40s style for the occasion






Chris and Phil enjoy a socially distanced tea party with neighbours,
Anne and John, and Pauline and Eric



Mike making an excellent attempt at smiling!
Joanne looking as elegant as ever


Ann flies the flag whilst Janet and Dave start their walkabout,
i.e. permitted daily walk!


How to make good use of your motorhome, even in lockdown!
Pam, Stuart, Wendy and Pete celebrating together…
but socially distanced apart


Janet and Dave photographed on their walkabout


Anne and Stephen in their beautiful garden


Dave and Jan’s Mum enjoy their afternoon tea


Janet’s chocolate brownies!


Finally, Maureen wears her father’s medals
by way of remembrance

Maureen and Dave helped with the (socially distanced)
afternoon tea on the green at Dolhendre

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A bit of V.E. Day history…


Jan and George with Dame Vera Lynn
on the 50th anniversary of V.E. Day!


V.E. Day! Val’s grandmother is the lady dressed as Britannia!