However, very little was rationed as military re-enactment members marched their way onto the grounds of the Aberford venue, singers belted out classic tunes from the era while people danced like it was VE Day once again.
With the sun shining, it ensured a healthy turn out both yesterday and today for the 1940s-themed event.
There were craft activities for kids, outdoor games, and plenty of space for all the family to have a picnic.
Unfortunately, an RAF flypast which was due to take place shortly before 2pm on Saturday was cancelled, but it failed to damped the spirit of The Blitz.
Stuart Stevens, who helped organise the annual event told the Yorkshire Evening Post: “We have been coming to Lotherton for about 10 years or more. We have about 60 different groups of re-enactors from German, Polish, American, British and civilians as well.
“It’s a great event, well worth coming to and we all love it.”
1. Lotherton Vintage Weekend
Re-enactors take time out for the doggies. | National World Resell
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Eric Ward of Axis Allies a German paratroup re-enactment group demonstrating how to deal with a parachute after landing. | National World Resell
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Colin Wright relaxed for a smoke as he watches the acts. | National World Resell
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Capt Kevin Robinson of Keighley of 6th Airborne Division. | National World Resell
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Simon Ritchie of Richman of the 11th Panzer "Ghost Division" on an original R71 sidecar. | National World Resell
6. Lotherton vintage weekend.
1940s weekend,at Lotherton Hall, Aberford with vintage singers and military re-enactors to take you back to the 1940s. | National World Resell