Care UK’s Long Stone Manor, in Wilmslow, is welcoming local people to honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with their very own 1940s-themed street parties.

VE Day was celebrated on 8th May 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties.

The team has been hard at work organising their own special commemorative events, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s.

Long Stone Manor will be creating a nostalgic atmosphere by hosting a vintage-style tea dance on Friday 2nd May from 2.30pm–4.30pm, offering guests the chance to step back in time and embrace the spirit of the 1940s. Local performer Emily Owen will provide live piano and vocals, performing well-loved songs from the era, as residents and visitors take to the floor. With the home decorated in period style and afternoon tea served, the event promises a warm, thoughtful tribute to VE Day and the community spirit it represents.

Emma Tillyer, Home Manager at Long Stone Manor, said: “We’re passionate about building and maintaining relationships within our community here at Long Stone Manor, so we’re pleased to be opening our doors to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day for a special day of sharing memories and a wonderful vintage tea dance. 

“Reminiscence activities are a great way for older people, especially those living with dementia, to connect with those around them and help maintain a sense of identity. In the run up to the day, residents have been sharing their own stories and it’s been inspiring to hear everyone’s experiences and memories from wartime Britain.”

Long Stone Manor has been designed to deliver the very best standards of care and to enable residents to live active and fulfilled lives, while also promoting independence. The home has been configured into a series of neighbourhoods to help facilitate the creation of close-knit communities and encourage social interaction among the residents. There is also plenty of space, both indoors and out, for relaxation and recreation.  

For more information about Long Stone Manor, please contact Customer Relations Manager Andrea Dunlop on 01625 324 962, or via email at andrea.dunlop@careuk.com

To find out more, visit www.careuk.com/cheshire