Burnham-On-Sea Royal British Legion has confirmed its plans to hold a special event in Highbridge this Saturday (June 15th) to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-day landings.
The event will take place on the fields at the front of the Oak Tree next to the A38 in Highbridge on Saturday from 10am-4pm.
“There will be military re-enactments, stalls, various displays by cadets reserve forces and other local charities plus a short service with ex-veterans and VIP visitors,” says Simon Orchard, one of the organisers.
Schedule for the day:
- 10:00 Arena opens.
- 10:45 Parade forms up
- 11:00 Parade and official opening ceremony led by cadets band
- 11:10 Fly-past by historic planes
- 12:00 Entertainment by Burnham & Highbridge Town Band.
- 16:00 Event closes
