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80th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings Beacon Lighting
Thursday 6th June 2024
Hillyfields Open Space from 8.30pm
Come along to the lighting of the Beacon at the top of Hillyfields, along Rectory Lane, in Loughton to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings at 9pm on Thursday 6 June 2024. One of the many Beacons throughout the Nation its flames representing the Light of Peace, that emerged through the darkness of war.
The evening will include a welcome from Loughton Town Mayor, the Tribute will be read by the Cubs from 41st Epping Forest Scout Group, Revd Chris Davies, representing Churches Together in Loughton will lead the Remembrance prayer, and Deputy Lord Lieutenant Mr Amrik Sandhu DL, one of the King’s official representatives for the country will light the Beacon.
Loughton Town Council looks forward to your company, to pay tribute to those who survived this campaign along with the many that lost their lives. As part of these commemorations the National Federation of Fish Friers are proud to be involved. For over 160 years fish and chips has been a firm favourite of the British public providing nourishment for the nation. This was never more important than during the war years when the ingredients were left unrationed to help feed those involved in the war effort and keep the country and their factories working.
Stroll across to the top of Hillyfields Open Space, IG10 2PY from 8.30pm where a Fish and Chip van will also be attending, selling portions of fish and chips.
For more information, please contact Mark Squire, Town Clerk or Pippa Bryce, Community Manager
020 8508 4200 or email
