RESIDENTS of Holsworthy came together today to commemorate the largest naval, air and land operation in history. 

Holsworthy Town Council have invited residents to remember the events of 80 years prior.  

This morning, groups gathered in The Square, as the D-Day 80 Proclamation got underway. 

From 6.30pm this evening, the town council is inviting residents to join them in The Square for a free ‘fish and chip’ supper, alongside live entertainment from the town band.   

The commemoration will later be held outside St Peter and St Paul’s church at 9pm, with the lighting of the church tower beacon taking place at 9pm.   

As well as on June 6, non-profit community group, Holsworthy ‘44 will also be hosting remembrance events in West Devon later in the year.  

Run by volunteers, the group has been set up to celebrate the life and times of Holsworthy during the Second World War.  

The group will be hosting their main event from July 26 to 28 this year to celebrate the anniversary of D-Day – it will see the town come to life with WWII reenactors, authentic weapon displays, military vehicles and much more.  

Ria Zoltan, project lead, said: “We were humbled by the support and interest shown. Everyone that came offered their services, provided kit or vehicles and volunteered for everything!   

“Events such as these, are as successful as those who support them – and with that holding true, Holsworthy ‘44 will be a fabulous weekend.”