Victory in Europe Commemoration 2025
We were tasked with working with the Royal British Legion, one of our long-term clients, to support a group of Second World War veterans to attend the official programme of events to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
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Objectives
The veterans had a busy schedule for the week and we were on hand to assist with transport and accommodation requirements. Our priority was to support the Royal British Legion to make sure the veterans were well looked after and comfortable during the week.
On Monday there was a parade outside Buckingham Palace followed by an afternoon tea reception, while Tuesday saw a commemorative event at the Tower of London and lighting of the poppies ceremony.
On Wednesday, there was a concert at Westminster Hall. Thursday featured a Service of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey, followed by a concert at Horse Guards Parade.
Support
We supported the Royal British Legion to find accessible accommodation in central London for the veterans, at the St Ermin’s Hotel. This was the place where Winston Churchill held a historic meeting with the founding members of the Special Operations Executive (SOE) – later known as Churchill’s Secret Army.
We were on-site for the whole week, working with RBL’s Rememberance Events team.
During the week we helped to source meeting spaces for media interviews, organised meals and refreshments for the veterans and their carers and families.
Results
As ever, the Brighter team was alert to any issues which arose, finding solutions quickly and efficiently.
This included making alternative travel arrangements with station and road closures in central London for the commemorations.
It was another hugely successful event, and the team was proud to play its part alongside its RBL events counterparts, to ensure these veterans enjoyed the historic commemorations.