Commemorative events are taking place across the country to mark 80 years since World War Two ended in Europe.

The Royal Family turned out in force to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day in London today as Britain remembered the end of the Second World War in Europe. King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by Prince William,

The words of Sir Winston Churchill’s 1945 victory speech, spoken by actor Timothy Spall, began the commemorations, which featured a display by the Red Arrows during a flypast by 23 current and historic military aircraft , appearances by senior royals and street parties across the UK.