Remembrance in Folkestone 2025
Each year Remembrance events are held around the Country to ensure that we never forget the cost of peace. It is a time to remember those who sacrificed their lives, the families of those that endured unbearable losses and the …
1RGR Freedom of the Town of Folkestone Parade
1RGR Freedom of the Town of Folkestone Parade
Post Event Press Release
On Sunday 12th October at 9.15am, a ceremonial event and parade were held for The First Battalion, the Royal Gurkha Rifles (1RGR), as …
VJ Day 80
80 years ago, on 15th August 1945, Japanese Emperor Hirohito announced to his people that Japan had accepted the Allies’ terms of unconditional surrender. The announcement came 10 days after Japan had agreed to end the hostilities, on 10…
