Hunstanton Marks VJ Day with Community Commemoration

Hunstanton came together on Friday 15th August 2025 to mark VJ Day, remembering those who served and sacrificed in the Far East during the Second World War.

The commemoration began with a Cream Tea at the Hunstanton Community Centre, attended by members of the Friday Friendship Group and invited guests. There followed a short and poignant service at midday, led in the Community Centre grounds by Reverend Sandra Ellison, with a reading by Ralph Hamlet, representing the Royal British Legion. As part of the commemoration, three peace roses, along with a small memorial plaque, will be planted in the grounds once soil conditions are more favourable.

The service continued at the Cenotaph, where wreaths were laid by Mr. Hamlet, the Mayor, Councillor Cynthia Easeman, and Mike Gould of Hunstanton RNLI. This was followed by the playing of The Last Post and a two-minute silence in honour of the fallen.

There was a strong turnout of residents and visitors, all coming together to pay their respects and reflect on the enduring importance of peace.

Mayor Cynthia Easeman said:

"It was moving to see so many people join us today to remember and give thanks to those who served. VJ Day remains a vital part of our shared history, and it is important that we continue to mark it as a community."