A fundraising street party was held in Fordingbridge inviting the community to honour the D-Day landings.
The event, held at Chevrons Living and attended by mayor cllr Peter White, invited members of the public to come together for a lunchtime street party to raise funds for the Royal British Legion.
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The party offered a traditional buffet served by the land girl army and live music performed by Simon Morgan, who had a career in the Royal Marines Band Service.
During the day, guests observed a traditional flag-raising ceremony, conducted by cllr White, followed by an emotional rendition of the Last Post, performed by Tom Denis from Hyde Band.
The event welcomed "several generations" of people, including veterans and Year 6 pupils from Fordingbridge Federation.
Barry Robbins, CEO of Chevrons Living, said: “Our D-Day street party was a relaxed and enjoyable affair with a meaningful message – that this event was not just about remembering history but also about building community and showing gratitude across all ages.
“Seeing different generations come together to honour the bravery and sacrifices of those who were involved in D-Day was truly inspiring. The mix of our older guests and children was perfect in highlighting the lasting impact of those who served and the bright future they’ve helped secure.”
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