🎖️ VJ Day 80 Fun Day at Buckingham Lodge
🗓️ Friday, 15th August 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Buckingham Lodge Care Home, Carbrooke, Norfolk
🎟️ Free entry | Family-friendly | Donations welcome
Join us at Buckingham Lodge Care Home to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day with a heartfelt and vibrant community event.
This special day will honour those who served, support the RAF Benevolent Fund, and showcase the warmth, care, and spirit of our community.
✨ What’s On:
🎤 Live Music by Lucy Short (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Kick off the day with live music from local favourite Lucy Short — the perfect tribute to those we remember.
🪖 Memory Hub – Explore wartime stories from local RAF veterans, view displays and leave your own message on our Memory Wall.
🍔 Charity BBQ – Enjoy a delicious meal for just £3 per plate. Hosted by our head chef with support from local volunteers. All proceeds go to the RAF Benevolent Fund.
🎪 Traditional Village Games – Hook-a-duck, tin can alley, coconut shy, tombola, splat the rat, ring toss, lucky dip, bean bag toss — fun for all ages!
🎭 Live Performances & Demos –
• Performers to be confirmed
🎖️ Special Guests - Local groups, volunteers, local council and military.
🎁 Raffle & Community Gift Bags – Including fantastic local business prizes and keepsakes.
💙 Supporting the RAF Benevolent Fund:
Every penny raised will help RAF veterans and their families get the support they need — from emergency assistance to long-term care.
🎗️ Let’s come together — in remembrance, in gratitude, and in community.
✅ Click “Going” and invite your friends & neighbours!
📞 Contact:
Kris Moore – Event Lead
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📱 01953 773114
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