The celebrations were muted due to the coronavirus lockdown and social distancing, but no less heartfelt.
Here is a selection of readers’ pictures of how the town commemorated the 75th anniversary of World War Two coming to an end in Europe.
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Jean Comber, 89 celebrating with daugther Pauline Hammond in Hampden PArk. SUS-201105-103457001
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Tracey and Tony Hayes having afternoon tea in Upper Kings Drive. SUS-201105-104014001
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Socially distanced VE Day street party in Oak Tree Way, Hailsham. SUS-201105-104735001
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Socially distanced VE Day street party in Oak Tree Way, Hailsham. SUS-201105-104952001