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A first glimpse of Jubilee pageantry ahead of The Queen's celebrations

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10th May 2022
There was a first glimpse of Jubilee pageantry on show in London as rehearsals for Trooping the Colour took place.Photo by Sergeant Donald C Todd, UK MOD © Crown copyright 2022The Household Division were put through their paces at Horse Guard’s Parade on May 9th 2022 as they prepare for the event which will start the official Platinum celebrations. In charge of the rehearsal was…
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Elizabeth II breaks another royal record

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9th May 2022
The Queen is now the third longest reigning Monarch in recorded history.Her rule has now reached 70 years and 92 days, one day longer than the reign of Johann II of Liechtenstein.Her latest historic milestone comes just months after she became the only British…
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Royal visits around the UK on Jubilee weekend revealed

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8th May 2022
Members of the Royal Family will take the Jubilee celebrations to different parts of the UK during the celebratory weekend at the beginning of June.The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit Wales during the long weekend that marks the 70th anniversary of The Queen’s reign.The Earl and Countess of Wessex will visit Northern Ireland during the celebrations while the Princess Royal…
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Special role for Gold State Coach in Platinum Jubilee Pageant

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6th May 2022
The Gold State Coach, used by The Queen at her Coronation, will take a starring role in this year’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.Her Majesty rode through the streets of London in the coach for her Silver and Golden celebrations in 1977 and 2012 but as she marks 70 years on the throne, the carriage will convey images of her historic reign.As it makes its way through the capital…
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The five puddings vying to be 'fit for The Queen' revealed in final stage of Platinum Jubilee contest

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4th May 2022
The five finalists in the Platinum Pudding competition for the Jubilee have been revealed.The last five will bake off against one another for the cooking crown and the ultimate accolade, having their recipe shared around the country for millions to make to mark the Jubilee celebrations.The Platinum Pudding contests is looking for a sweet treat fit for The Queen and the winner will be…
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