Thursday 6th June, 2024 marks the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France and the Bridlington community will have the chance to mark the historical occasion.
Several events are being organised by members of the Royal British Legion, Royal Naval Association, Yorkshire Regiment and the Priory Church.
This is part of the National Commemorations for D- Day which is being remembered by a festival of light.
The groups are also investigating options for the lighting of a beacon after the service.
A spokesman for the groups said: “The event is for those who gave their lives and died on foreign soil.
“Sadly, very few people from all the armed forces are alive today. World War II affected many families who lost loved ones – every community was affected.”
There is a service planned for 11am at the Bridlington War Memorial on Wellington Road, followed in the evening by a D-Day commemorative service at the Priory Church, starting at 7pm. This will include music, readings, prayers and time for reflection.
After the service, there will be a 1940’s – style evening at the Old Ship Inn on St John Street with songs from the era and a warm welcome to veterans and service groups as well as members of the public.
