VJ Day Guildford Cathedral – Special County Service

Guildford Cathedral will host a special County Service on Sunday 17 August at 6.00pm to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ) Day and the official end of the Second World War.

Celebration to Mark 80th Anniversary of VJ Day Sunday 17 August, 6.oopm

Led by the Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey and the Dean of Guildford, the service – entitled ‘The War is Over’ – will honour the courage, endurance and sacrifice of those from Surrey who served in the Far East during the conflict.

The tribute will include remembrance of a local battalion of the East Surrey Regiment, held in captivity for over three years, and No. 615 (County of Surrey) Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force, who served with distinction in Burma.

Guildford Cathedral warmly invites veterans, current and former Service personnel, cadets, civic leaders, and members of the wider community to join in this moment of collective remembrance and gratitude.

Find out more about the VJ Day 2025 anniversary here.