Liberation Day cavalcade returns with new director

A new director for the Liberation Day cavalcade has been appointed after the previous post-holder stepped down.

Paul Bourgaize, who has been involved in the event for numerous years, said it was an "honour to take the baton" from Jeff Vidamour, who has held the role for more than two decades.

More than 100 military vehicles, vintage cars and motorbikes are planned to take part in the procession this year on 9 May following its usual coastal route from Torteval to St Peter Port to mark the end of German Occupation during World War Two.

Bourgaize said he had driven a MV in the 1985 cavalcade before spearheading the military vehicles' involvement on the committee since 2010.

He said: "The cavalcade is an essential part of Liberation Day, with so many people coming out to see the vehicles drive along the west coast and into town, and it is so special for those taking part.

"Having worked with Jeff on the event for a number of years, it is an honour to take the baton from him."

Deputy Andy Cameron, vice-president and liberation day lead for the committee for education, sport and culture said Vidamour had led the charge with the largest procession in Liberation Day history in 2025 when more than 300 vehicles and floats took part in the island's 80-year-anniversary.

Cameron said: "His legacy directing the cavalcade and the subsequent impact the event has had for the public on Liberation Day is a very special one.

"We thank him for all his time and energy, and we are looking forward to continuing this special experience with Paul Bourgaize at the helm, who takes over as Director."

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