Residents in Pateley Bridge did not let lockdown dampen their spirits as the town celebrated the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe.

While social distancing meant people had to stay in their gardens, communities still came together to hold picnics, tea and coffee and colour their homes in red, white and blue.

The town fell silent at 11am, while residents in Greenwood Avenue played the then Prime Minister Winston Churchill’s speech to the nation at 3pm to mark the anniversary.



Despite being largely empty as people abided by social distancing as part of the response to the coronavirus pandemic, the town still found ways to celebrate.

In Greenwood Avenue, residents set their front gardens up ready for afternoon tea before listening in to Churchill's speech. From there, the community came together to celebrate with cake, scones and drinks well into the afternoon.



Meanwhile, on New Church Street, Joanne Mayben played the Last Post and I Vow To Thee My Country on speakers in her garden while her windows and front gates were adorned with VE Day stickers and colourful decorations.

Hilary and Roger Jefferson made sure their home just off the High Street was adorned in bunting and the Union flag for both residents and all those passing through the town to see.