The local History Group created and presented a World War II Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) 80th Exhibition in the Parish Hall than ran over the three days Fri-Sun 9-11 May 2025.

The Exhibition

Take a look at the historical items and display boards from the exhibition.

Exhibition Visitors

We hosted three school parties on Friday, Saturday was busy and Sunday was even busier but we’re sure the brunch was a big factor in people attending then.

ExhibitionTopics

WWII Timeline in Worlington

Annotated WWII events that influenced the local community in East and West Worlington.

1939 Register

A snapshot of the civilian population of England and Wales just after the outbreak of theWWII.

WWII Searchlight Camp

Maurice Butt, born in 1936, lived at Little Witheridge during WWII war and has provided some of his recollection of the searchlight camp and soldiers.

Worlington Home Guard

Thelbridge and Worlington were combined into a single Home Guard platoon while Witheridge had its own local platoon.

WWII Roll of Honour

Details of the Worlington men who gave their laives during active service during WWII.

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