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Cardiff care homes invite community to honour VE Day
A Cardiff care home is opening its doors to the community to mark 80 years since the end of World War II.
On Thursday 8th May, Care UK’s Llys Cyncoed, on Cyncoed Road, are welcoming local people to honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with nostalgic garden and street parties.
Llys Cyncoed will be hosting their event from 2pm-5pm.
VE Day was celebrated on 8th May 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties.
To honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the team at both homes have been hard at work organising their own special commemorative events, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s.
At Llys Cyncoed, guests can enjoy live entertainment from a fantastic brass band, as well as an informative talk delivered by a member of the Royal British Legion about World War II and the significance of VE Day.
Carly Hunt, General Manager at Llys Cyncoed, said: “We’re thrilled to be opening our doors to the community for VE Day. The event is a chance to re-awaken old memories and offers a meaningful way for older people, and those living with dementia, to connect with others and celebrate a momentous event in our history.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming new and old faces into Llys Cyncoed for a nostalgic and heartwarming day to remember!”
On Thursday 8th May, Care UK’s Llys Cyncoed, on Cyncoed Road, are welcoming local people to honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with nostalgic garden and street parties.
Llys Cyncoed will be hosting their event from 2pm-5pm.
VE Day was celebrated on 8th May 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties.
To honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the team at both homes have been hard at work organising their own special commemorative events, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s.
At Llys Cyncoed, guests can enjoy live entertainment from a fantastic brass band, as well as an informative talk delivered by a member of the Royal British Legion about World War II and the significance of VE Day.
Carly Hunt, General Manager at Llys Cyncoed, said: “We’re thrilled to be opening our doors to the community for VE Day. The event is a chance to re-awaken old memories and offers a meaningful way for older people, and those living with dementia, to connect with others and celebrate a momentous event in our history.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming new and old faces into Llys Cyncoed for a nostalgic and heartwarming day to remember!”
Thursday 8 May
127 Cyncoed Rd, Cyncoed, Cardiff CF23 6AF
Free, 2pm-5pm
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