FENLANDERS were taken back to the 1940s to celebrate on the most significant periods of British history in aid of two charities.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. Philomena and Ivor Knight dancing.MARCH into the 1940’S. Philomena and Ivor Knight dancing. (Image: Archant)

Many also dressed for the occasion at the GER Sports Club, in March. Some guests looked authentic in soldier uniforms, while others donned fur shrugs and aprons.

Cambs Times: MARCH INTO THE 1940’S. Betty Canham as a land girl.MARCH INTO THE 1940’S. Betty Canham as a land girl. (Image: Archant)

Saturday’s taste of life in the 40s included traditional refreshments, courtesy of C&B catering, with delicacies such as spam sandwiches, Victoria sponge and bread and butter pudding.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. Alec Wright, Christine Churchill and Maureen Wright from March museum.MARCH into the 1940’S. Alec Wright, Christine Churchill and Maureen Wright from March museum. (Image: Archant)

An evening meal was also provided, which consisted of corned beef hash and cauliflower cheese.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. Carol Palmby and Bev Everett from C&B Catering.MARCH into the 1940’S. Carol Palmby and Bev Everett from C&B Catering. (Image: Archant)

Other entertainment included war re-enactments. Dance lessons were planned, but they were cancelled due to weather conditions.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. Home Guard group,MARCH into the 1940’S. Home Guard group, (Image: Archant)

However, all was not lost. Donna put on a 40s CD and two couples who had travelled from Preston and Burnley - despite the weather - got up and danced.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. Land Girl Alice O'SheaMARCH into the 1940’S. Land Girl Alice O'Shea (Image: Archant)

March & District Museum Society also provided some 1940s farming equipment which showed what types of equipment was used during the everyday life of a farmer.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. Richard Cammack removing a hand grenade pin.MARCH into the 1940’S. Richard Cammack removing a hand grenade pin. (Image: Archant)

A raffle and a tombola were also held at Saturday’s event, raising £235 for Help for Heroes and the East Anglian Air Ambulance.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. The organiser of the event Donna Symonds poses for the camera.MARCH into the 1940’S. The organiser of the event Donna Symonds poses for the camera. (Image: Archant)

Prizes given were donated from businesses including Stotts Fish and Chips, Mallets jewellers and Tesco.

Cambs Times: MARCH into the 1940’S. James Trott and Laura Wallis parting kiss.MARCH into the 1940’S. James Trott and Laura Wallis parting kiss. (Image: Archant)