The first major celebrations of the day that John met Paul, and the Lennon-McCartney partnership began, took place on July 6, 1997, for the 40th anniversary, when Jean Catherall reunited the Quarrymen and recreated the events of 1957.

Thanks to Donna Earley for allowing me to share her photos from the 40th anniversary celebrations.

Check out this great video of the 40th Anniversary Celebrations in 1997!

A special souvenir programme was also produced to commemorate the event:

Jean Catherall, the event organiser, received letters from some very special people! Copies of these are now on display in St Peter’s Church Hall.

The Parish Magazine featured the anniversary events in its September issue.