On 8th May 2025, the country marked the historic 80th anniversary of VE Day, celebrating 80 years of peace since the end of Word War II. The High Bailiff of Cricklade Court Leet invited residents of Cricklade to a celebration marking the occasion at Saxons Rest on Thursday 8th May at 8.30pm.
The programme featured The Cricklade Band and Sing 4/4 Community Choir, an act of remembrance by the Royal British Legion and readings by Court Leet Members . The evening concluded with the lighting of the beacon.
The event was a great success and was enjoyed by a large crowd of Cricklade residents.