Ukrainian Kolyadky at Bletchley Park: A Song of Gratitude and Friendship
The Ukrainian community of Milton Keynes brought the spirit of Christmas to Bletchley Park with a heartfelt performance of traditional kolyadky — Ukrainian festive carols filled with hope and light. Children and adults from the Sunflower Ukrainian Supplementary School and Ukraine Appeal Charity shared these cherished songs as a gesture of gratitude to Bletchley Park and local residents for their ongoing support of Ukrainians. This special moment celebrated culture, community, and friendship, uniting visitors through music that has been passed down through generations.
Faces of the Ukrainian Dream: Ukrainian Children’s Voices Heard at Bletchley Park
The exhibition Faces of the Ukrainian Dream has opened at Bletchley Park. From 12–29 August 2025, visitors are invited to step into a deeply moving collection of drawings, letters and reflections created by children whose lives have been shaped by Russia’s full‑scale invasion of Ukraine. Organised by Ukraine Appeal CIO in partnership with the Sunflower Ukrainian Supplementary School and the All‑Ukrainian Association Patriot, the exhibition forms part of Bletchley Park’s international Summer of Peace programme, marking the anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day.