Every year the Church Hall opens its doors and welcomes the world on the anniversary of the day that John met Paul.

However, there have also been some very special anniversary celebrations in the past and here are some memories of those!

The first official commemoration at St Peter’s Church of the anniversary that I have been able to find was an article in the Parish Magazine, Summer 1987.  

40th Anniversary

The first major celebrations, though, took place on July 6, 1997, for the 40th anniversary, when Jean Catherall reunited the Quarrymen and recreated the events of 1957. Click here for photos and memories of that very special day!

50th Anniversary

In 2007, the Quarrymen returned to St Peter’s as part of a full weekend of celebrations for the 50th anniversary of the day that John met Paul, this time including an amazing flower festival. Click HERE for more photos and memories.

60th Anniversary

To mark the 60th anniversary of the day that John Lennon first met Paul McCartney at St Peter’s Church on July 6, 1957, St Peter’s opened its doors for a five day music festival and celebration of community! Click HERE for a full review and photo galleries!

65th Anniversary

65th anniversary – coming soon

70th Anniversary

70th anniversary – coming soon!