A TOURIST attraction with a wartime connection is recreating the magic of Victory in Europe Day six decades on by reviving a traditional British celebration.

Harperley Prisoner of War camp, near Crook, is staging its own VE Day street party on May 8, the day after Germany's surrender ended the Second World War 60 years ago and when German and Italian inmates longing for home would have enjoyed their first hope of freedom.

The camp's party will feature a celebration buffet, hats and bunting with traditional games and live entertainment from the Weardale Tappers and Andrews Sisters lookalikes, the Fenner Sisters.

Lisa Mcleod, who owns Harperley with her husband James, said: "With the camp's history, it will provide a unique experience for a street party.

"This was such an important milestone, we felt we had to celebrate it in a place where the event would have had a very special meaning for many people."

The party starts at 2.30pm and tickets cost £10. Contact the camp on (01388) 767098.