Mayflower Court care home throws garden tea party to commemorate VE Day 80th anniversary

A care home in Southampton held a garden tea party to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. 

Residents and care colleagues at Mayflower Court care home came together to celebrate the historic event but also remember those who laid down their lives. 

Those living at Mayflower Court on Westwood Road were transported back in time through decorations that included Union Jack bowler hats, bunting, balloons and music from the 1940’s.

Mayflower Court resident Josie, 83, said:

When I listen to this music it reminds me of my father. He was a well-known composer and musician. I can almost see him playing right now. 

Fellow resident Irene, 81, said:

Everyone at Mayflower Court did a great job today putting on the tea party. Everything looked so nice.

Sharron Fitzgerald, Home Manager of Mayflower Court, said:

It’s really important to remember and thank everyone who fought in past wars; they showed incredible courage. The older people we work with helped shape the world we live in today, and we have the freedoms we have because of them. 

As fewer people who lived through VE Day are still with us, it matters more than ever that we keep their stories and memories alive. The garden tea party was the perfect way to pay tribute to the war generation and bring together residents at Mayflower Court and their families.

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