VE Day High Tea

At Castle View, residents came together for a VE Day high tea, sharing cups of tea, biscuits, sandwiches and cake in a relaxed and familiar setting.

Throughout the afternoon, residents spoke with one another about personal memories and family stories connected to the war years, creating moments of reflection alongside companionship. A BBC podcast was also played, offering historical context and accounts from the period, which many listened to closely.

The gathering balanced quiet remembrance with the ease of shared time together, with residents staying at the tables to talk, listen and reflect as the afternoon unfolded.