VE Day 75 Celebrations, here's some suggestions to celebrate #TheGuild
This Friday marks VE Day when the country will commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of fighting in Europe during the Second World War, here are some ways to celebrate under lockdown with social distancing measures in place
There are plenty of ways you can still get involved in the big day, from hosting a special VE Day celebrations picnic or afternoon tea with your household to decorating the house with flags and bunting. Our timetable of official planned events will help you organise your day, so if you’re a dab hand in the kitchen, try whipping up some VE Day-inspired retro snacks and baking treats – and, even if you’re not, you can’t go wrong with a strawberry cheesecake. All washed down with a glass of fizz, of course! Keep reading for food, drink, decor and baking ideas for VE Day celebrations in lockdown.
Holding a VE day street party in lockdown may mean holding a picnic in your front garden, or on your doorstep, and decorating your home in the national colours. If the weather isn’t kind, you could always host an afternoon tea indoors with your household – and invite extended friends and family to join you on a video call, using a platform such as Zoom, FaceTime or Houseparty.
On the official VE Day website, Pageantmaster Bruno Peek said that they are still encouraging people to raise a glass to the heroes of WW2 from inside their homes at 3pm on 8th May. He said, “Raise a glass of refreshment of their choice, and undertake the following ‘Toast’ – ‘To those who gave so much, we thank you,’ using this unique opportunity to pay tribute to the many millions at home and abroad that gave so much to ensure we all enjoy and share the freedom we have today.” Raise a glass from your doorstep with your neighbours and toast the end of the war, as well as each other, for continuing to observe UK lockdown rules together to flatten the curve and support the NHS.
The BBC are also encouraging the British public to make their own bunting to display in their homes over VE Day weekend. They’ve even created a step-by-step guide to making your own bunting, as well as a template for you to print out. If you’d rather buy it ready-made (and who could blame you!) Not On The High Street have some brilliant British flag bunting. Or, if you would like to go for something you would use again, there are plenty of sweet bunting and garland options available.
And why not round off the day with a few sparklers in the garden and why not try a party popper or two? Perfect for that special moment when you raise a toast to all those who gave so much for our country during WW2.
Picnic food is the best kind of food, and perfect for any outdoor celebrations. So if you’re gathering in your front garden or on your doorstep, bring some delicious food along with you. We love the idea of a Feta and Red Pepper Quiche, a fancy but easy snack. Or, a couscous salad couldn’t be easier to put together. And what is a picnic without sausage rolls?
A quintessentially British afternoon tea is also a great option for VE Day. You could try your hand at some perfectly rectangle finger sandwiches, along with handmade scones and some indulgent sweet treats to finish.
It could be a lovely chance to do some baking with the kids for a VE Day lunch – why not whip up some classically British iced fairy cakes, or a very British Victoria sponge? Or, whip up some classic scones, pairing them with lashings of cream and jam (as well as a cup of tea).
While the weather is warming up, what better time to put together everyone’s favourite summer drink – the perfect summer Pimm’s and Lemonade with a sprig of mint and cucumber. Cocktails are always a good idea – so why not raise a glass on VE day? If you want to jazz up your glass of fizz, try some thinly sliced strawberries, or popping in a raspberry or two. For beer fans, there are plenty of British brands that offer tasty craft lagers – the perfect drink for an afternoon spent lazing in the garden.
For non-drinkers, an elderflower mocktail is such a treat. A good old fashioned pot of English Breakfast tea will surely go down well, too. Could be the perfect excuse to dig out that old tea set!
Whatever you decide to do and however you decide to celebrate this forthcoming VE Day, have a great time and please feel free to add your party celebration pictures to this post.
Content source:- GoodToKnow.co.uk