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.
33. VE Day: Stamshaw Junior School
Pupils at Stamshaw Junior School have celebrated VE Day by wearing non-school uniform. | Stamshaw Junior School
34. VE Day 80: Connors Toy Library
Connors Toy Library held a VE Day celebration at Anchorage Lodge in Anchorage Park, Portsmouth. Pictured is: Bonnie Pearson (2) Picture: Sarah Standing (080525-6212) | Sarah Standing
35. VE Day 80: Connors Toy Library
Connors Toy Library held a VE Day celebration at Anchorage Lodge in Anchorage Park, Portsmouth. Pictured is: Polly Reeves (2) Picture: Sarah Standing (080525-6212) | Sarah Standing
36. VE Day 80: Connors Toy Library
Connors Toy Library held a VE Day celebration at Anchorage Lodge in Anchorage Park, Portsmouth. Pictured is: Karen Drayton, manager at Connors Toy Library with Bluebell Pearson (7 months old) and Frankie Gosling (9 months old) Picture: Sarah Standing (080525-6212) | Sarah Standing