This panoramic image sets the scene for the day which was followed by a very successful evening where over 200 people danced to the music of an eight-piece swing band.

One of the many exhibits on display. Visitors could also view medals, ration books, old vehicles and memory corners in the marquee where locals shared their wartime recollections.

A tiger moth and a Pitts Special gave thrilling displays with the tiger moth bi-plane landing close by.

Jimmy McIntosh left Letham in Edgerston at the tender age of 14 to join the KOSB. Telling a wee fib about his age, he was eventually found out and pulled from the ranks to be placed in a bomb disposal squad in London. Jimmy played down the heroics of his exploits and those like him. 

Jimmy, having sampled London life stayed there after the war ended. Hearing about the proposed celebrations near his home place, he took a train north, hired a car in Newcastle and made his way to Edgerston. 

Jimmy spent several days in the area and spoke to many locals about his memories of Edgerston and the worthies in his younger years. At 84 years old, he is quite remarkable and his memory has not faded, his mind still sharp. Jimmy imparted a lot of useful information about the people and places of Edgerston during his 14 years growing up in the area. 

Jimmy was particularly upset about the insurance premium added to his hire car fee because of his age. Mind you, as I watched Jimmy leave Camptown one night hitting about 6000 RPM in first gear, I too had concerns about his driving ability. Jimmy made it safely home to London leaving many friends behind.