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Millions get ready for the Platinum Jubilee big lunch as traditional rainy weather moves in

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5th June 2022
Nearly every major event of The Queen’s long reign has seen a burst of rainy weather so millions of party goers around the UK were ready for showers as they prepared for the Platinum Jubilee big lunch. The community gatherings, a high point of the Platinum celebrations, are set to take place in their greatest numbers on June 5, the final day of the Jubilee weekend. Organised by the Big…
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The Royal Family gathers at Buckingham Palace for the Platinum Jubilee Concert

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4th June 2022
Members of The Royal Family gathered at Buckingham Palace on Saturday evening for a concert held in honour of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Although The Queen wasn’t there in person, she took part in a pre-recorded sketch where she enjoyed a cup of tea and a marmalade sandwich with Paddington Bear. Leading the royal party in person at the concert was the Prince of Wales and the…
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The symbolic sword that is always presented when the Royal Family heads to St. Paul's

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4th June 2022
While members of the Royal Family are always greeted warmly whenever they visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, there is also an important tradition that takes place. When the Monarch enters the City of London in State, they are welcomed by the Lord Mayor of London with the Pearl Sword which they then touch. When The Queen touches the hilt, it is meant to be a representation of her authority over…
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A Jubilee surprise amidst the pageantry of Trooping the Colour

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3rd June 2022
People in the crowds between Buckingham Palace and Clarence House got a Jubilee surprise when the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall stopped for an unexpected chat following Trooping the Colour. Not long after their balcony appearance on day one of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Charles and Camilla went on an impromptu walkabout to greet some of the hundreds of…
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