The entire city turned into one huge street party as thousands of people celebrated VE Day over the bank holiday weekend. Residents pulled out all of the stops as they hosted sensational parties and thousands of people flocked to the annual St Mary’s Fayre which was also celebrating the 80th anniversary.
Victory in Europe Day, known as VE Day, is the annual day of celebration of the Allies accepting Germany's unconditional surrender during World War II and this year it will take place on Thursday, May 8.
Take a look at 106 fabulously patriotic pictures of people celebrating VE Day:
77. VE Day street party
There was a big turnout on Aberdare Avenue, Drayton. Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
78. VE Day street parties
The bar was well stocked in Aberdare Avenue, Drayton. Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
79. VE Day street party
Brett with daughter Darlie, 1, and Ricky on Aberdare Avenue, Drayton. Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
80. VE Day street parties
The VE Day street party on Grant Road, Drayton Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute