91 gloriously patriotic pictures of VE Day celebrations across Portsmouth

Street parties have taken place up and down the country over the last few days to mark VE Day.

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 communities across the city have come together today (May 8) to celebrate.

Schools have hosted VE Day festivities with pupils dressing up in their best red, white and blue outfits and a number of carehomes across the city have held parties.