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The 'Tree of Trees' outside Buckingham Palace will light up a special Jubilee tradition

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25th May 2022
The lighting of beacons to mark a major royal event is a tradition that goes back centuries. It’s been an integral part of all Jubilee celebrations and, as The Queen marks the 70th anniversary of her reign, millions will watch a very special interpretation of the tradition that pays tribute to her as well as her rule. The ”Tree of Trees” will be lit up outside Buckingham…
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A record number of cities created for the Platinum Jubilee

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20th May 2022
A record number of cities have been created to mark the Platinum Jubilee. Three places in England, one in Scotland, one in Wales, one on the Isle of Man and one in Northern Ireland have been selected. For the first time ever, a location outside the UK will also be made a city with that honour going to Stanley in the Falkland Islands. The new city of Stanley will be joined by Doncaster…
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A right royal turnout for a sunny garden party at Buckingham Palace

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18th May 2022
Thousands of guests were welcomed to Buckingham Palace by a quartet of royals who hosted the latest summer garden party there on behalf of The Queen. The Earl and Countess of Wessex, the Duchess of Cambridge and Princess Alexandra all attended the second garden party of the season which took place on May 18th 2022. The event took place in sparkling sunshine as London enjoyed one of the…
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The Queen makes surprise appearance to open the Elizabeth Line

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18th May 2022
The Queen undertook a surprise public engagement in London, joining her youngest son for the completion of the Elizabeth Line, a rail line name in her honour. Buckingham Palace released a statement saying that The Queen, “In a happy development,” would be able to join the Earl of Wessex to mark the completion of the Elizabeth Line. Buckingham Palace continued, “Her Majesty was aware of…
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