VE80 Lincoln

VE80 Lincoln is the finale of the Rugby & World War Two Project hosted by World Rugby Memorial.

When: May 8th to 11th 2025

Where: The event takes place across various locations in Lincolnshire.

About the Event

The event is being organised by a very special team of people from Francourt Events, Sage Blue, International Bomber Command Centre, Lincoln Rugby Club, and Beyond Images.

VE80 Lincoln will be a unique event combining education, remembrance, and sport, and takes place across various locations in Lincolnshire between May 8th to 11th 2025.

Event Schedule

May 8 – Lighting of the Remembrance Beacon at International Bomber Command Centre

May 9 -Visits to International Bomber Command Centre and Lincolnshire Aviation Centre

May 9 – Light in the Darkest Hour Ceremony at Lincoln Cathedral

May 10 – International Youth Rugby Festival hosted by Lincoln Rugby Club

May 11 – Rugby & WW2 Remembrance Service at International Bomber Command Centre

Additional Attractions

Poppy Installation and Rugby & WW2 Exhibition hosted by International Bomber Command Centre

We will remember the rugby players from 1939 to 1945 and all who served