06/03/2025
Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day with a 1940s Tea Dance!
Hartfield, East Sussex – Saturday, 10th May 2025, 2:00 – 5:00pm
Members of the community are invited to step back in time and join the fun in Hartfield for a delightful afternoon of 1940s music and dancing. On 10th May, residents will celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special tea dance from 2 to 5pm at Hartfield Village Hall in the High Street.
Attendees can immerse themselves in the atmosphere of a traditional 1940s afternoon event, with tea, coffee, and delicious homemade cakes lovingly baked by local residents. A raffle will include prizes donated by local businesses, and everyone will be encouraged to join in the wartime sing-along, with classics like 'Run Rabbit Run' and 'We'll Meet Again'.
For those eager to dance, there will be the chance to join in taster classes in popular dances from the period, including the jive and the Lambeth Walk.
Former jive dancing instructor and Hartfield resident Janneke Saebo is organising the event and is hoping it will be enjoyed by young and old alike.
'The village hall has a lovely dance floor and will look the business with bunting, flags and sandbags! I'll be wearing a 1940s Land Army uniform to add to the vintage vibe. Dressing up is optional, of course, and hand-held flags will be provided for everyone to wave during the sing-along! It’s time to roll out the barrel, we'll have a barrel of fun!'
Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just want to enjoy the festivities, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss.
It goes without saying that a tea dance would not be complete without the obligatory tea, coffee and cake and this is included in the ticket price. Several local residents have kindly volunteered to bake for the occasion.
Tickets at £10 for adults or £6 for under 12's are now available by contacting Janneke on 07776 136497.
Don’t miss out on what we hope will be a jolly good knees-up and community get-together. We look forward to seeing you there!
