A Union Jack bearing a portrait of the Queen hangs with bunting and balloons as people gather for the Big Jubilee Lunch on The Long Walk in Windsor on June 5, 2022
Princess Beatrice (centre) and Princess Eugenie (left) playing on the bowling alley during the Big Jubilee Lunch organised by Westminster Council for local volunteer and community groups who helped during the Covid-19 pandemic, at Paddington Recreation Ground, London, on day four of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Sunday June 5, 2022
Princess Beatrice (centre) and Princess Eugenie trying their hand at plate spinning during the Big Jubilee Lunch organised by Westminster Council, June 5, 2022
Wet and grey conditions on The Mall in Westminster ahead of the Jubilee Pageant, June 5, 2022
A royal themed float due to be used in the Pageant waiting in Westminster this morning, June 5, 2022
Left, rubbish left on The Mall overnight after the Platinum Party at the Palace. Right, a police officer takes a photograph for a group of men on The Mall in London, June 5, 2022
Some 10,000 people including a cast of 6,000 performers are involved in staging the spectacular two-mile carnival route from Horse Guards, along Whitehall to Admiralty Arch and down The Mall to Buckingham Palace
Police officers patrol in wet and grey conditions on The Mall in Westminster, June 5, 2022
Royal enthusiasts wearing ponchos in The Mall in Westminster ahead of the Pageant, June 5, 2022
Mechanical horses named after horses owned by the Royals in Westminster, June 5, 2022
Colourful buses due to be used in the Pageant waiting in a side street in Westminster, June 5, 2022
A group of young dancers practice ahead of the Jubilee Pageant, June 5, 2022
Vintage vehicles due to be used in the pageant wait on Horse Guards Parade, June 5, 2022
Silver London cabs due to be used in the pageant in Westminster, June 5, 2022
A speaker system erected in front of the Houses of Parliament, June 5, 2022
Meghan and Prince Harry attending the National Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral on June 3, 2022
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte during their visit to Cardiff Castle to meet performers and crew involved in the Platinum Jubilee Celebration Concert. Saturday June 4, 2022
Prince Charles' speech at the Platinum Party at the Palace in full
The Prince of Wales took to the stage to pay a moving tribute to the Queen at the Jubilee concert.
Here is the full text of his address:
'Your Majesty, Mummy,
'The scale of this evening's celebration - and the outpouring of warmth and affection over this whole Jubilee weekend - is our way of saying thank you, thank you from your family, the country, the Commonwealth, in fact the whole world.
'On behalf of us all, I wanted to pay my own tribute to your lifetime of selfless service, in pictures, in words and in light.
'Your family now spans four generations. You are our Head of State. And you are also our mother.
'Your 'strength and stay' is much missed this evening but I am sure he is here in spirit... My Papa would have enjoyed the show and joined us wholeheartedly in celebrating all you continue to do for your country and your people.
'Looking back, we think of the countless State occasions that are milestones along this nation's road. And you will think of red boxes, filled with Government papers, at the end of the day.
'You will remember those who have led this country. Indeed, all the countries you serve. And leaders across the entire world.
'How things have changed... We think of all you have done to make the Commonwealth such an important force for good. You continue to make history.
'And there was still time for fun amongst the work. We might have been celebrating that Derby winner this evening... next year perhaps?
'But I know what really gets my mother up in the morning is all of you ladies and gentlemen, all of you watching at home. Represented here tonight in this great audience.
'Your Majesty, you have been with us in our difficult times. And you bring us together to celebrate moments of pride, joy and happiness.
'Maybe this year it really is coming home.
'You have met us and talked with us. You laugh and cry with us and, most importantly, you have been there for us, for these 70 years.
'You pledged to serve your whole life - you continue to deliver. That is why we are here. That is what we celebrate tonight.
'These pictures on your house are the story of your life - and ours. So, Your Majesty, that is why we all say 'thank you'.'
'Now, ladies and gentlemen, I know the Queen is watching these celebrations which much emotion, having, I hope, finished her marmalade sandwich, including immense regret that she cannot be here in person with us this evening.
'But Windsor Castle is barely 20 miles away so if we cheer loudly enough, she might, might just hear us. So let's all join together.'
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Last month Camilla told the Mail of her passion and determination to get as many members of the public out to celebrate as possible.
'It's just wonderful to get people back together again, isn't it?' she said. 'It's a lovely way to celebrate, it's a lovely way to get to know your neighbours and to have a lot of delicious food and chat.'
Around 3,000 people, mainly from Windsor and surrounding areas attended the lunch, sitting at a line of 488 picnic tables that measured 800 metres long, making it the largest street party in the UK over the four-day festive period.
Prince Edward and his wife Sophie walked along the long line of picnic tables to speak with enthusiastic local revellers, who did not let the gloomy weather dampen their spirits.
Decked out in red, white and blue clothing, Union Jack hats and waving pictures of the Queen, picnic goers braved the windy weather and overcast skies to commemorate her 70 years on the throne.
They had to bring their own food and munched on sandwiches, crisps and even roast dinners as they sipped an assortment of drinks, from quintessential British tea to champagne as they watched the Jubilee Pageant on giant screens that had been erected on the Long Walk.
Thousands of others not lucky enough to win tickets for seats at the picnic tables, which were allocated via a ballot and given out for free, laid out their own blankets nearby as they joined in with the festivities.
Organisers claimed that the 800-metre-long line of picnic tables was not an official world record as they were not laid out in one continuous line and had small breaks between them.
Lisa Hunt, event manager said: 'We could have gone for the world record but that's not what this picnic is about.
'It's amazing that so many people have come out to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. It just shows you how we feel about her. It's our way of saying thank you for her devoted services. This is a big thank you from the local community to Her Majesty but the whole country feels the same way.'
Revellers were entertained by street performers and singers as they partied through the afternoon.
On Saturday, around 50,000 people attended a free, open air party along the Long Walk, the iconic three-mile-long avenue that leads up to Windsor Castle.
Debbie Reynolds gushed: 'It's been a fantastic couple of days. We live nearby and it's fantastic that the Queen has allowed us to celebrate in what effectively is her back garden.
'I've got lots of food and drink and am just soaking in the atmosphere. It doesn't matter if the weather's not great because we are British and we don't let that affect us.'
Josh Simons who was at the picnic with his family said: 'This is a great coming together of the whole nation. It's been fantastic to be in Windsor over the last couple of days and all the community has come together to celebrate with our very famous neighbour.
'The Queen is at the heart of Windsor and Britain. We are proud to be part of this town and show the world what this great country is all about.'
Rani Singh, who was seated at table with friends and neighbours said: 'It's been a great four days and really wonderful to see all of Britain's diverse communities taking part in these celebrations.
'We live in Windsor and feel honoured that we've got a famous neighbour like the Queen. We're lucky to have her, she's done a wonderful job over the past 70 years.'
Peter Stewart, executive director of the Eden Project, where the idea for The Big Lunch comes from, told the Daily Mail: 'Despite hard copies running out, demand for our digital packs is pushing that number up, so we think our estimates of more than 12million joining in on the weekend is modest.
'That's possible because of National Lottery support and the patronage of HRH Duchess of Cornwall, who has been behind us every step of the way.'
Mr Stewart was at pains to stress that people wishing to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee do not have to organise a formal event – even pulling up a chair and inviting neighbours over for a slice of cake will do.
The important thing, he said, was to stretch out a hand of friendship and be part of a 'historical national event'.
Two neighbouring villages from adjoining counties are hoping to break the world record for the longest jubilee street party.
Goring, in Oxfordshire, and Streatley, in Berkshire, plan to create a kilometre-long (0.6 mile) celebration, with more than 500 tables spanning the full length of both village high streets.
In Morecambe, Lancashire, the town council's party will see 300 tables stretched across the famous promenade – past the famous Eric Morecambe statue unveiled by the Queen in 1999.
People get into the spirit of celebration at Fore Street, Saltash in Cornwall, June 5, 2022
A reveller dressed in a Union Jack suit waves a Union flag at a street party in Saltash, Cornwall, June 5, 2022
A dressed-up reveller poses with his dog as he attends a street party in Ashby-de-la-Zouch in central England on June 5, 2022
Revellers attend a street party in Ashby-de-la-Zouch in central England on June 5, 2022
Happy revellers dress in patriotic reds, whites and blues at a street party in Ashby-de-la-Zouch on June 5, 2022
People smile for photos and tuck into food and drinks as they celebrate the Jubilee in Ashby-de-la-Zouch on June 5, 2022
Revellers attend a street party in Ashby-de-la-Zouch in central England on June 5, 2022
People attend the Big Jubilee Lunch on The Long Walk in Windsor on June 5, 2022
Revellers dress in Union reds, whites and blues at the Big Jubilee Lunch on The Long Walk in Windsor on June 5, 2022
People get into the spirit of celebration at Fore Street, Saltash in Cornwall, June 5, 2022
Revellers sitting at a long table on Fore Street, Saltash in Cornwall on June 5, 2022 pose for photos
Dancers prepare at Horse Guards Parade ahead of the Platinum Jubilee Pageant in London, June 5, 2022
Residents and visitors attend the Bishopthorpe Road Street Party celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee on June 5, 2022
People wearing costumes of king and queen dine next a picnic table as they take part in the Big Jubilee Lunch on The Long Walk in Windsor, Britain, June 5, 2022
Shop owners join in with the fun during the Bishopthorpe Road Street Party celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee
Fresh strawberries are sold outside a shop during the Bishopthorpe Road Street Party
restaurant owner prepares his food during the Bishopthorpe Road Street Party in York, June 5, 2022
Children chalk a Union flag on the road during the Bishopthorpe Road Street Party, June 5, 2022
People get into the spirit of celebration at Fore Street, Saltash in Cornwall, June 5, 2022
The Prince of Wales accompanied by the Duchess of Cornwall, speaking on stage during the Platinum Party at the Palace staged in front of Buckingham Palace, London, Saturday June 4, 2022
Prince George and Prince William smiling and laughing in the royal box at the Platinum Party at the Palace, June 4, 2022
Royal fans watch as Prince Charles, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, appear on stage during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert in front of Buckingham Palace, in London, June 4, 2022
The Prince of Wales accompanied by the Duchess of Cornwall, speaking on stage during the Platinum Party at the Palace staged in front of Buckingham Palace, London, Saturday June 4, 2022
The Duke of Cambridge during the Platinum Party at the Palace, Saturday June 4, 2022
Duran Duran performs during the Platinum Party at the Palace in front of Buckingham Palace, London, on day three of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II
Mike Tindall, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Zara Tindall, Princess Charlotte of Cambridge and Prince George of Cambridge wave their Union Jack flags during the Platinum Party on Saturday night
In a sweet tribute to the Queen's 70-year reign, Diana also belted out Thank You while the words flashed on the giant screen behind her and the crowds eagerly waved their Union Jacks in the air
Kate Middleton sung along to one of the performances as the concert got underway at Buckingham Palace on Saturday
Sir Rod Stewart performed Sweet Caroline at the Platinum Party at Buckingham Palace on Saturday night
Seven-year-old Princess Charlotte looked delighted and pulled faces as she took her seat next to her big brother George
The Duchess of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte waved their flags as they sung along to some of the performers
Prince Edward was joined by his daughter Lady Louise Windsor at the Buckingham Palace party on Saturday night
Sophie Wessex, elegant in a white eyelet dress, took her seat next to Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence and Princess Anne
The Duchess of Cambridge leaned across to speak to her children as the concert got underway outside the palace
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their family, centre, led the royal arrivals at the Platinum Party at the palace
Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran and Nile Rodgers (left) perform during the BBC's Platinum Party at the Palace
Prince William's speech at the Platinum Party at the Palace in full
The Duke of Cambridge said he shared his grandmother's optimism as he paid tribute to the Queen at the Platinum Party at the Palace concert.
Here is the full text of his address:
'It's wonderful to be here with you on this incredible night. And great to see Buckingham Palace turned into a giant Imax screen!
'As I watch those extraordinary images - it does make me think of all the monumental and pioneering work of so many visionary environmentalists that have gone before.
'I'm so proud that my grandfather and my father have been a part of those efforts.
'And I'm in awe of people like the great Sir David Attenborough who look at the beauty and power of our Earth and then work to celebrate and preserve it.
'I think of Rachel Carson from America, Wangari Maathai from Kenya, Sunita Narain from India and so many others.
'While no one's grandmother thanks them for talking about their age, my own grandmother has been alive for nearly a century. In that time, mankind has benefited from unimaginable technological developments and scientific breakthroughs.
'And although those breakthroughs have increased our awareness of the impact humans have on our world, our planet has become more fragile.
'Today, in 2022 - as the Queen celebrates her Platinum Jubilee - the pressing need to protect and restore our planet has never been more urgent.
'But like her, I am an optimist.
'Decades of making the case for taking better care of our world has meant that environmental issues are now at the top of the global agenda.
'More and more businesses and politicians are answering the call. And - perhaps most inspiringly - the cause is now being spearheaded by an amazing and united generation of young people across the world.
'Congratulations to all of them - they won't accept the status quo, they won't accept that change is too difficult to deliver. Never before have we had so much power to change the big things.
'In the past 70 years mankind has put man on the moon. We have built the World Wide Web. And we have developed vaccines and solutions to some of the most life-threatening diseases on Earth.
'When humankind focuses its mind, anything is possible.
'It's my firm hope that my grandmother's words are as true in 70 years' time as they are tonight that as nations we come together in common cause, because then there is always room for hope.
'Tonight has been full of such optimism and joy - and there is hope. Together, if we harness the very best of humankind, and restore our planet, we will protect it for our children, for our grandchildren and for future generations to come.
'They will be able to say - with pride at what's been achieved - 'What a Wonderful World'.'
Birmingham is hosting a major open-to-all event in its Victoria Square, while in Bognor Regis, on the South Coast, the whole town is being turned into a carnival with big screens.
In Bristol there will be an international celebration, highlighting the Queen's global popularity. From Preston, where 10,000 people are expected at one event, to Portsmouth, where two events will see live entertainment and bandstand performances, communities are coming together.
The pageant is split into four acts: For Queen and Country with a military parade; The Time of Our Lives progressing through seven decades of culture, music and fashion; Let's Celebrate telling the story of the Queen's life in 12 chapters with corgi puppets and carnival creations; and the Happy and Glorious musical spectacle.
Celebrities will travel in decorated open top double decker buses for the decade-by-decade celebrations.
A peloton of 300 cyclists, riding vintage bikes from across the seven decades of the Queen's reign, is to travel down The Mall led by Sir Chris Hoy and cycling golden couple Dame Laura and Sir Jason Kenny.
Close to 200 national treasures will take to the stage to serenade the Queen by singing the national anthem at the grand finale of the Platinum Jubilee festivities. Stars including Sir David Jason, Harry Redknapp, Sir Cliff Richard, Sandie Shaw, Felicity Kendal, Joe Wicks and Holly Willoughby will join Ed Sheeran in a mass rendition of God Save The Queen outside Buckingham Palace at the end of the pageant.
Meanwhile, millions up and down the country will gather for 85,000 Big Jubilee Lunches, street parties, picnics and barbecues today.
Last night the Prince of Wales called the Queen 'Mummy' and described how 'you laugh and cry with us and, most importantly, you have been there for us' in a moving, personal tribute to Britain's longest-serving head of state after the Buckingham Palace concert.
The monarch received affectionate tributes from the Prince of Wales and national figures during Saturday night's Platinum Party at the Palace that saw Sir Rod Stewart, Diana Ross and Duran Duran perform for thousands in The Mall.
And in a comic sketch that delighted the nation, the Queen had tea with Paddington Bear and revealed, like the furry character, she is partial to a marmalade sandwich.
Paying tribute to the monarch after his son the Duke of Cambridge's rallying cry for climate change action, Charles, who was joined by his wife Camilla, said: 'You pledged to serve your whole life - you continue to deliver.'
The future king, who began his heartfelt speech with 'Your Majesty, Mummy' just as he did at the Diamond and Golden Jubilee pop concerts, told the Queen: 'You have been with us in our difficult times. And you bring us together to celebrate moments of pride, joy and happiness.'
He added: 'You have met us and talked with us. You laugh and cry with us and, most importantly, you have been there for us, for these 70 years. You pledged to serve your whole life - you continue to deliver. That is why we are here. That is what we celebrate tonight.'
Charles reflected on the Queen's every-growing family, which now stretches to 12 great-grandchildren, and on her dual role as sovereign and royal matriarch. He said: 'Your family now spans four generations. You are our Head of State.And you are also our mother.'
And in a touching moment, Charles spoke of his 'much missed' late father the Duke of Edinburgh, calling him 'My Papa' and saying the Queen's late husband Philip was there 'in spirit'.
Last night the Duke of Cambridge hailed the Platinum Jubilee concert as full of 'optimism and joy' as he praised the Queen for her 'hope' in the future of the planet.
William paid tribute to the positive outlook of his grandmother during a segment of the Platinum Party at the Palace dedicated to the environment and featuring Sir David Attenborough.
He echoed the Queen's words from her speech to the Cop26 UN Climate Change summit, when she said working together in a 'common cause' always gave rise to hope.
The duke highlighted the efforts of 'visionary environmentalists' and went on to name broadcaster and naturalist Sir David and spoke about the pride he felt for 'my grandfather and my father', the Duke of Edinburgh and Prince of Wales, who have championed the natural world.
Speaking on stage to thousands gathered in The Mall, William said: 'It's my firm hope that my grandmother's words are as true in 70 years' time as they are tonight that as nations we come together in common cause, because then there is always room for hope.
'Tonight has been full of such optimism and joy - and there is hope. Together, if we harness the very best of humankind, and restore our planet, we will protect it for our children, for our grandchildren and for future generations to come.'
Before the duke spoke, a pre-recorded message from Sir David was played featuring spectacular imagery of the planet with the Hans Zimmer orchestra playing a version of the Planet Earth II Suite as dancers from the Royal Ballet performed.
The crowds heard archive recordings of the Queen speaking about the future of the planet in 1989 during her Christmas Message: 'The future of all life on earth depends on how we behave towards one another and how we treat the plants and animals that share our world with us.'
Drone Show above Buckingham Palace during the BBC's Platinum Party at the Palace spelt 'Thank You Ma'am' in tribute to the Queen
Guy Garvey of Elbow performs during the Platinum Party At The Palace
Andrew Lloyd Webber onstage during the Platinum Party
A conductor prepares to guide his band for Britain's national anthem
Giles Terera performs songs from Hamilton onstage during the Platinum Party
Eurovision sensation Sam Ryder performs his hit song SPACE MAN in front of Buckingham Palace
The Queen delighted millions of viewers when she appeared in a surprise comic sketch with Paddington Bear to kick-start the Jubilee concert. Pictured: Queen Elizabeth II and Paddington Bear having cream tea and a marmalade at Buckingham Palace
The Queen performed a skit for the BBC's Platinum Party at the Palace, where she and Paddington Bear chatted before she tapped along to 'We Will Rock You' by Queen to kick start the party and star-studded concert this evening
The bear congratulated the Queen on her reign of 70 years, saying: 'Happy Jubilee Ma'am. And thank you. For everything'
People gathered along The Mall for the Platinum Party At The Palace concert outside Buckingham Palace