On the 6th of June 2024, Truro will join towns and cities across the UK to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, marking a pivotal moment in history when Allied forces launched the largest amphibious invasion ever witnessed.
The day begins at 8:00am with a Proclamation by Truro’s Town Crier, Lionel Knight, on Boscawen Street, accompanied by a small Guard of Honour from the Royal British Legion’s Truro Branch.
At 11:00am, a wreath-laying ceremony will take place at the war memorial on Boscawen Street. Led by the Mayor of Truro, Councillor Carol Swain, members of the Royal British Legion and the public will pay tribute to those who gave their lives on the shores of Normandy.
In the evening, from 9:00pm at High Cross, outside Truro Cathedral, the Mayor, Town Crier, and the community will gather for a short ceremony. This will include the lighting of the beacon, symbolising the ‘light of peace’ that emerged from the darkness of war, in unison with others across the country.
Morning Schedule:
- 8:00am: Proclamation by the Town Crier on Boscawen Street, with a Guard of Honour from the Royal British Legion (Truro Branch).
- 11:00am: Wreath-laying at the war memorial on Boscawen Street, led by the Mayor of Truro, accompanied by members of the Royal British Legion and the public.
Evening Schedule:
- 8:45pm: King Street road closure commences.
- 9:10pm: Tribute to Scottish piper William Millin at High Cross.
- 9:15pm: Lighting of the beacon at High Cross, with a tribute read by the Mayor of Truro, Councillor Carol Swain.
- 10:15pm: King Street road closure ends.
For updates on the day’s events, please check Visit Truro’s social channels.
