The service marked 80 years since Victory in Japan Day, the day when the Second World War came to an end with the surrender of Japan to the Allied forces. VJ Day took place on Friday, August 15 with the moving service held on Sunday, August 17 at St Mary’s Church.
A number of local veterans were in attendance as the community came out to pay their respects to those that fought. The church which sits inside Portchester Castle was full, with service-goers including the mayor of Fareham, listening to the stories of the veterans in attendance.
Here are 15 pictures of the service:
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The VJ Day 80 Service at St. Marys Church, Portchester on Saturday, August 17. Photo: Nathan Lipsham
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St Mary's Church in Portchester was packed as people honoured local veterans and all those who fought. Photo: Nathan Lipsham
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Photos from Portchesters VJ Day 80 Service at St. Marys Chruch, Portchester on Saturday August 17th 2025 Photo: Nathan Lipsham
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The VJ Day 80 Service at St. Mary's Church, Portchester on Saturday, August 17. Photo: Nathan Lipsham