On the 80th Anniversary of the end of World War II, over 100 people, and some of our four-legged residents, joined together for our Remembrance Day Wreath-laying Event at 11:00 hours, today, 11th November 2025, at the Memorial Plinth in Lancaster Avenue.
The wonderful poppy tableau as a back-drop, looked spectacular, and all involved, should feel extremely proud of this stunning achievement.
Thanks to Lay Minister Keith Hughes (St Radigund’s Church) and Pam Barr (Baptist Church) for officiating the ceremony.
Wreaths were laid on behalf of our community by; our Parish Council Chairperson (Philippa Seager), St Radigund’s Church (Keith Hughes), Baptist Church (Pam Barr), Kent Police (PC Cheryl Ellis), Kent County Council Community Wardens (Jan Henry), Village Hall Management Committee and Farmers’ Market (Jerry Watson), Capel Cares (Jan Milliken), together with children from Capel Primary School, Casper Nursery, Little Oaks Nursery and owners of our 4 legged friends.
Thank you all for attending and uniting with us for the 2 minutes silence, in honour and respect of those who fought and died for this country.
They shall not grow old as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them
THANK YOU to EVERYONE who attended today for the 80th Anniversary commemorations of VJ Day.
A few photos below – more to follow. Watch this space!
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Approximately 70 + members of the public enjoyed a morning of; raffle for the Royal British Legion (raising £217 + table donations £60.62), a military quiz, and sing along sessions of the era lead by Marilyn and Pat. A 2 minutes silence and Last Post, was followed by cutting of a ceremony cake by Council Chairperson Philippa and cake-maker, WI Member Alison, then distributed to all. The stunning poppy tableau, also had its first public viewing. The event closed with the National Anthem.
Thanks are extended to all volunteers and helpers, from Capel Cares and Parish Council, in arranging the event.
VE DAY 80th ANNIVERSARY at CAPEL-LE-FERNE on 8TH MAY 2025
“A shared moment of celebration”
To the 70+ who attend the VE day 80th Anniversary at the Village Hall – THANK YOU for coming. We think you will agree, it was a memorable event and hope you all enjoyed taking part.
We were amazed at the number of cakes and savouries donated. Those remaining were taken home for a donation towards The Royal British Legion, which raised over £110.00.
A BIG thank you to all the volunteer helpers from, Capel Cares, Parish Council, Village Hall Management Committee and Women’s Institute. In addition, Brian, Pam, Keith and Philippa for officiating, the two musicians Mick and Danny, music director Mathew, Sharon and Steph in the ice-cream van, WI member Alison for making and icing the delicious commemorative cake and all those that kept the tea/coffee flowing in the kitchen.
LEST WE FORGET – Glorious Autumn sunshine welcomed everyone, and some of our four-legged residents, for our Remembrance Wreath-laying Event at 11:00 hours, today, 11th November 2024, at the Memorial Plinth in Lancaster Avenue.
Poster for 11th November 2024
Thanks to Lay Minister Keith Hughes (St Radigund’s Church) and Pam Barr (Baptist Church) for officiating the ceremony.
Wreaths were laid on behalf of our community by; our Vice-Chairperson (Keith Pilcher), St Radigund’s Church (Keith Hughes), Baptist Church (Pam Barr), Village Hall Management Committee and Farmers’ Market (Sally Cook) and Audrey Goaten, together with children from Capel Primary School, Caspers and Little Oaks Nurseries.
Thank you all for attending and uniting with us for the 2 minutes silence, in honour and respect of those who fought and died for this country. WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.
LINK to PHOTO GALLERY https://www.capellefernepc.org.uk/galleries/80th-d-day-anniversary-on-6th-june-2024/ Well, the weather was not kind to us at the start. Not what the Met Office forecast! But we carried on “as our lads did in 1944”. Firstly, many thanks to the volunteers that responded to our call for help on the day. This was greatly received and appreciated by our organisers. BIG thank you to Streetz 2 Streetz Fish and Chip van, Ice Delights vendors and those in the kitchen, for providing refreshments. Although a bit damp in the car park, they too battled on with yummy goodies for everyone. This brings us on secondly to Kent Police. Accompanied by a Chief Inspector and Leaders, approximately 30 junior and senior Police Cadets from the Dover Group joined us in listening to music of the era and enjoying fish, chips, burgers, nuggets etc. With luck, the weather improved greatly by 8.30pm. So, the Cadets formed up in the Village Hall Car Park and very impressively marched to the Battle of Britain Memorial Site, for the official Lighting of the Beacon on the Clifftop. They were followed by the public walking and 6 riders from the Harley Owners Group We hope those of you that attended, enjoyed the experience, remembering and commemorating those who made the ultimate sacrifice. They shall not grow old as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them
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The Coronation Day has arrived. Capel-le-Ferne Parish Council wish Charles, Camilla, all the Royal Family and yourselves a very joyous day and weekend. History in the making!
CAPEL CARES started off celebrations for King Charles III Coronation at their Coffee Morning, on Friday, 5th May 2023. >> The awaiting tables for their first guests. Approximately 36 residents attended. >> Everyone had a beautiful, tasty cake made and decorated by one of Capel Cares volunteers Pat. >> Everyone had their tea or coffee in a Coronation mug which they all took home afterwards along with a Coronation coaster.
CHEERS EVERYONE …. From one of our residents, with her bubbly and Coronation Coaster!
The King has been crowned the nation’s monarch and prayed to be a “blessing” to people of “every faith and conviction”. God save the King 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐚𝐭𝐡 His Majesty swears upon a Bible to govern the people with justice and mercy, and to uphold the Anglican Church of England and the Presbyterian Church of Scotland. For the first time at a Coronation, His Majesty also prays for grace to be ‘a blessing to all… of every faith and belief’.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM. 
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