St Paul's Cathedral launches appeal as it prepares to mark 80th anniversary of end of Second World War

St Paul’s is marking 80 years since the end of the Second World War, and 60 since the death of Winston Churchill - (PA)

St Paul’s Cathedral has launched an appeal to the public as it prepares to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the ending of the Second World War next year.

The Cathedral plans to hold special series of events including an exhibition, lecture and national commemorative service in honour of the occasion in 2025 - which also marks the 60th anniversary of Sir Winston Churchill’s state funeral at St Paul’s.