VE Day Beacon Launch

Join us as we commemorate VE Day and the role of the Bevin Boys in the Second World War.

This special evening event will honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who served, with a moving memorial service including the lighting of the beacon, poetry readings and brass band performances from Yorkshire Military Band.

Plus, join in with quizzes, crafts and games.

The beacon will be lit at 9.30pm.

Fish and chips will be available to purchase, as well as hot drinks and cakes.

Please note that the Museum will remain open until 10pm, with Time Tunnel tours available to book for 7pm and 8pm.

Event Timings:

Event Opening – 6.30pm

Board games, Quiz and bunting sheets – Café
Throughout the evening

‘The Next Morning’ short film screening – Conference Room
Throughout the evening

7pm – Yorkshire Military Band Performance – Pit Yard

7pm – Time Tunnel Tour
pre-bookable

7.45pm Poetry Reading by Dave Alton – Pit Yard

8pm Time Tunnel Tour
pre-bookable

8.15pm – Yorkshire Military Band Performance – Pit Yard

9.05pm – Intro and speech from Lynn, NCMME CEO – Pit Yard

9.10pm – Song from Dave Alton – Pit Yard

9.15pm – Speech by Fr Paul Cartwright – Pit Yard

9.20pm Speech by Mayor of Wakefield Cllr Byford – Pit Yard

Yorkshire Military Band play for lighting at 9.30pm

9.30pm – Beacon Lighting