Planning under way for Liberation Day 2026

Planning is under way for Guernsey's 2026 Liberation Day after the 80th anniversary celebrations that took place earlier this year.

The Liberation Day board said it had started to organise next year's St Peter Port event with the food village, stallholders and music stage set to return to Albert Pier.

The tea tent will move from the town terminus to be alongside the family zone at Crown Pier.

The organising committee and the Committee for Education, Sport & Culture said they were grateful for the support of individuals and local businesses.

It said work with the parishes on their plans has also started.

Helen Glencross, head of culture and heritage, said: "Liberation Day 2025 was our biggest event yet, commemorating an amazing milestone in which we remembered 80 years since Guernsey was liberated.

"While the footprint will be smaller in 2026 as it isn't a landmark year, such as the 80th, we remain committed to ensuring the day retains its significance.

"The commemorative aspect is as important as the celebrations, and we will continue to share the voices and stories of the wartime generation."

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