D-Day events taking place across Peterborough, Stamford and Rutland
Today marks the 80th anniversary of the operation
Last updated 6th Jun 2024
A number of events are taking place across Peterborough, Stamford and Rutland today to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings.
More than 150,000 Allied troops launched a combined air, land and naval assault on Nazi-occupied France on this day in 1944.
The operation was a key turning point in World War Two, when troops landed on the beaches of Normandy.
Beacon lighting ceremonies are taking place at 9:15pm across the country, including in Stamford at the Recreation Ground, in Oakham at Cutts Close and at Peterborough Town Hall.
A flag will be raised on the flag poles on Bridge Street in Peterborough Thursday morning.
At 10am on Thursday, a wreath laying will taking place at the Market Deeping Remembrance Garden.
Events will continue in the evening at the Recreation Ground in Stamford, with historical re-enactments and music.
All Saints Church in Oakham will also host a memorial concert from 7.30pm on Thursday evening performed by the Rutland Concert Band.
Events are also taking place on Sunday 9th June:
A Church service at 10:30am at All Saints' Church in Oakham.
Live music is taking place at Cutts Close on Sunday afternoon, organised by Oakham Town Council, including performances in the Band Stand by Alan Jackson – 12-2pm and Marlow & Smith – 3-5pm.