Malpas 80 Years On

WE'RE SAYING THANK YOU TO THE WW2 GENERATION

80 years ago the guns fell silent in Europe on the world's second global war.
It is time to think about all of those who lived in that tragic and remarkable time – and who put Britain on the path to becoming what it is today.

MALPAS "VE80 – THE HOME COMING" – FOUR DAY EVENT
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Project Objectives

• to remember and honour the soldiers who are listed on the Malpas War Memorial and gave their lives during World War 2
• to recognise the hardship endured and sacrifices made by local residents during the 1939 – 1945 period.
• to provide a comprehensive cross section of events that will be of interest to our current village residents, thus helping newcomers to the village, to get to know our history, thereby enhancing our overall community spirit.

The Four day event is taking place in Malpas on 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th May 2025 marking the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
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Malpas Men remembered on the War Memorial
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Join our parade
At 1:00pm on Saturday 8th May 2025, a commemorative parade of period vehicles, and suitably attired residents will move through the streets making its way to the Recreation Ground.

If you own a 1940's or pre-World War two car, tractor, motorcycle or military vehicle, then we would invite you to join our parade.

We would also like residents to participate in the occasion by wearing 1940's period dress.
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Loan us your Artefacts
The search for Second World War artefacts to display in May 2025 has begun.

Local and former residents are being encouraged to share family photographs and memorabilia from the period for a exhibition.

It is hoped that the displays and exhibitions will appeal to all ages and the commemoration weekend will also include a celebration play.
We need the loan of an old valve radio. If anyone has one, please get in touch.

Malpas VE80 draft programme
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More details from the Committee Secretary on 01948 860333 or E-mail: editor@malpascheshire.org