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Latest News on the Queen's Platinum Jubilee

2022 is a special year for Britain as HM The Queen celebrates 70 years on the throne. There will be a yearlong series of celebrations, culminating in a long holiday weekend in June of special events. Anglotopia will have coverage of it all!

King tells of ‘reassuring presence’ of trees as fitting tribute to late Queen in new book forward

December 10, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff 2 Comments

The King has hailed the “extraordinary diversity and beauty” and “own enchanting character” of each of the ancient trees and woodlands dedicated to his late mother, the Queen. King Charles, writing in the foreword for a new book entitled The Queen’s Green Canopy, pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, saying her “life touched countless people over many generations and across … [Read more...] about King tells of ‘reassuring presence’ of trees as fitting tribute to late Queen in new book forward

Parents assure us Prince Louis had a good time despite viral video of the cheeky prince

June 6, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

Prince Louis “especially” had an incredible time at the celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have said. The message from  William and Catherine came after their four-year-old youngest child won over the nation with his reactions to the pomp and pageantry of the celebrations. Here's the funniest … [Read more...] about Parents assure us Prince Louis had a good time despite viral video of the cheeky prince

In Pictures: Highlights from the Whole Platinum Jubilee Weekend

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations have ended with another balcony appearance by the nation’s longest-serving monarch in front of large crowds. Festivities had got under way with the Queen appearing on the balcony with working members of the family after a Trooping the Colour ceremony where, for the first time, she was represented by the Prince of Wales. However, … [Read more...] about In Pictures: Highlights from the Whole Platinum Jubilee Weekend

The Queen’s message at the end of the Platinum Jubilee weekend in full

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff 1 Comment

Here is the full text of the Queen’s message at the end of her Platinum Jubilee commemorations: “When it comes to how to mark 70 years as your Queen, there is no guidebook to follow. It really is a first. But I have been humbled and deeply touched that so many people have taken to the streets to celebrate my Platinum Jubilee. “While I may not have attended every event in … [Read more...] about The Queen’s message at the end of the Platinum Jubilee weekend in full

Dame Prue Leith laughs off car breaking down at Platinum Jubilee Pageant

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

A vehicle carrying television presenter Dame Prue Leith broke down at the Platinum Jubilee Pageant. The Great British Bake Off star had been among the ‘Dame’ section of the event, and was driven down the Mall in an open-topped vintage car alongside Joan Collins and Arlene Phillips. However, after the old Jaguar appeared to break down, four men in fluorescent jackets began … [Read more...] about Dame Prue Leith laughs off car breaking down at Platinum Jubilee Pageant

Queen Beams in Surprise Final Jubilee Balcony Appearance – Crowd Sings Her God Save the Queen

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Queen delighted Platinum Jubilee revellers by making a much-anticipated Buckingham Palace balcony appearance that set the seal on four days of celebrations. Surrounded by her family, the monarch was cheered by thousands of well-wishers after the Platinum Pageant told the story of her life, and the nation, with an eccentric, fun and imaginative carnival-like … [Read more...] about Queen Beams in Surprise Final Jubilee Balcony Appearance – Crowd Sings Her God Save the Queen

In Pictures: The Mall in London comes alive with colour thanks to Platinum Jubilee pageant

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

Pomp and pageantry kicked off the final day of festivities celebrating the Queen’s 70-year reign as a ceremonial military procession launched the Platinum Jubilee Pageant. Guardsmen, Gurkhas, Royal Marines and the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment in their breastplates and plumed feathers were among the hundreds of servicemen and women who led the way marching along the … [Read more...] about In Pictures: The Mall in London comes alive with colour thanks to Platinum Jubilee pageant

Daleks, vintage Minis and double-decker buses among cast of Jubilee pageant

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

A cast of thousands of colourful characters and hundreds of iconic vehicles parading through central London for the Jubilee pageant include 1950s motorcycles, decorated double-decker buses from seven decades and a band of belligerent Daleks. The four extra-terrestrial mutants from the sci-fi television programme Doctor Who will be rolling alongside cultural icons from the … [Read more...] about Daleks, vintage Minis and double-decker buses among cast of Jubilee pageant

Highlights from the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations have seen antics on the balcony, flag-waving Windsors and an unexpected royal double act with a famous bear. Here are some of the highlights from the four days of festivities. The Jubilee Queen After 70 years on the throne, the Queen remains the leading lady with the crowds roaring and erupting into three cheers as she stepped … [Read more...] about Highlights from the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend

Sculptor creates tiny royal coach in the eye of a needle as Jubilee tribute

June 5, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

A renowned microsculptor has created the “tiniest biggest tribute” for the Platinum Jubilee – an astonishing model of the Queen’s Coronation Carriage which fits inside the eye of a needle. Dr Willard Wigan fashioned and painstakingly put together more than 200 parts under a microscope to create the ornate work, which he hopes to take on a nationwide tour. The 65-year-old, who … [Read more...] about Sculptor creates tiny royal coach in the eye of a needle as Jubilee tribute

In pictures: Stars pay tribute to Queen in Platinum Jubilee concert spectacular

June 4, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

A galaxy of stars including Diana Ross, Sir Rod Stewart and Andrea Bocelli have marked the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a spectacular concert at Buckingham Palace in London. With senior royals including the Prince of Wales, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince George joining thousands of other spectators, the show was kicked off in spectacular fashion with Queen + … [Read more...] about In pictures: Stars pay tribute to Queen in Platinum Jubilee concert spectacular

Corg Blimey: Twitter reacts to giant drone corgi at Queen’s Jubilee concert

June 4, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff 1 Comment

Audiences were stunned by the use of drones to create a sky-sized corgi and cup of tea during the Queen’s Platinum Party at the Palace concert. The corgi, a favourite breed of the monarch’s, sat above Buckingham Palace with its tongue out and a bone by its paw. The effects also portrayed a horse, an outline of a stamp – complete with the Queen’s face – and a note saying: … [Read more...] about Corg Blimey: Twitter reacts to giant drone corgi at Queen’s Jubilee concert

Charles’s moving words for ‘Mummy’ in toast to Queen’s life of selfless service

June 4, 2022 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

The Prince of Wales has paid a moving, personal tribute to the Queen at the Jubilee Party at the Palace, calling her “Mummy” and thanking her for being there for the nation in good times and bad for 70 years. Heir to throne Charles, taking to the stage in front of Buckingham Palace, told how the Queen had laughed and cried along with the country through the decades, as he … [Read more...] about Charles’s moving words for ‘Mummy’ in toast to Queen’s life of selfless service

William pays tribute to the Queen’s optimism in Jubilee concert speech

June 4, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

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 … [Read more...] about William pays tribute to the Queen’s optimism in Jubilee concert speech

More than 70 corgis gather at Balmoral for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

June 4, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

More than 70 corgis have gathered on the lawn at Balmoral Castle as part of celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The dogs, the Queen’s favourite breed, enjoyed a walk in the royal estate with their owners before posing for photos in the grounds. The event in Aberdeenshire, organised by the Corgi Society of Scotland and the UK Corgi Club, brought together … [Read more...] about More than 70 corgis gather at Balmoral for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Queen in comic sketch with Paddington Bear at Jubilee concert – Tea With Paddington

June 4, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Queen has delighted millions of viewers by appearing in a surprise comic sketch with Paddington Bear to kick-start the Jubilee concert (which will air in the USA in primetime tonight on ABC, check local listings). The monarch and the famous bear – both much loved British institutions – tapped out the beat of the We Will Rock You anthem together on china teacups using … [Read more...] about Queen in comic sketch with Paddington Bear at Jubilee concert – Tea With Paddington

Brian May hopes to do ‘something epic’ at Platinum Party at the Palace

June 4, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff 1 Comment

Brian May hopes the collaboration of Queen + Adam Lambert can “pull off something epic” when opening the Platinum Party At The Palace concert this evening (which will air in primetime in the USA on ABC, check local listings). The 74-year-old guitarist created a classic moment 20 years ago, during the 2002 Golden Jubilee celebrations, when he performed God Save The Queen on … [Read more...] about Brian May hopes to do ‘something epic’ at Platinum Party at the Palace

Partygoers soak up atmosphere ahead of Buckingham Palace concert

June 4, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

Partygoers have described “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity”, “an honour” and “a dream come true” to be celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at a Buckingham Palace party. The concert will air later tonight on the US network ABC, check local listings. Some 22,000 people are marking the historic occasion outside the royal residence beneath overcast skies in central London … [Read more...] about Partygoers soak up atmosphere ahead of Buckingham Palace concert

Sex Pistols mint a collaborative pound coin

June 3, 2022 By Derek Leave a Comment

There's been a lot of interest in the Sex Pistols lately. It could be because of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, especially since a big part of their original run involved their coming out with "God Save the Queen" during the Queen's Silver Jubilee. And I think the rest of it's because Danny Boyle recently released Pistol, a miniseries about the band's career (specifically Steve … [Read more...] about Sex Pistols mint a collaborative pound coin

In Pictures: Service of Thanksgiving for the Platinum Queen at St. Paul’s Cathedral

June 3, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as nearly 40 royals gathered for a celebration of the Queen in St Paul’s Cathedral in London. Although the Queen had opted to watch the service from her Windsor Castle home after suffering some discomfort during public events on Thursday, Harry and … [Read more...] about In Pictures: Service of Thanksgiving for the Platinum Queen at St. Paul’s Cathedral

Service of Thanksgiving – Celebratory mood as royal family comes together to honor Queen

June 3, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

From the joyous to the solemn, St Paul’s Cathedral in London has been the setting for national spectacle and ceremony for centuries. On this occasion, the mood was celebratory as hundreds of people gathered to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee – an event the monarch would have held close to her heart due to the importance she places on her Christian faith. While the Queen was … [Read more...] about Service of Thanksgiving – Celebratory mood as royal family comes together to honor Queen

California pub ensures British ex-pats are not left out over Jubilee weekend

June 3, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

Editor's Note: This is one of our favorite 'British' pubs in America - been there and the food is great. The store next door also stocks Anglotopia's books! Check it out if you're in the area! Bunting, afternoon tea and a Queen Elizabeth impersonator are among the things ensuring that British ex-pats more than 5,000 miles from home do not miss out on the Platinum Jubilee … [Read more...] about California pub ensures British ex-pats are not left out over Jubilee weekend

In Pictures: Beacons lit around the UK to mark the Queen’s 70-year reign – Plus Video

June 2, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

Thousands of beacons are being lit up across the UK and the Commonwealth to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The monarch herself started the process by illuminating the Commonwealth of Nations Globe at Windsor Castle, which sent a river of light to Buckingham Palace, where the Duke of Cambridge watched as the Tree of Trees sculpture was bathed in light. … [Read more...] about In Pictures: Beacons lit around the UK to mark the Queen’s 70-year reign – Plus Video

First Jubilee beacon sends a spark of light around the globe

June 2, 2022 By Anglotopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Queen has lit the first of her Platinum Jubilee beacons, sending a spark of light around the globe and heralding the start of celebrations throughout the Commonwealth. With the touch of her hand, the head of state illuminated a globe and sent a river of light from her Windsor Castle home to Buckingham Palace, where the Duke of Cambridge watched as the Tree of Trees … [Read more...] about First Jubilee beacon sends a spark of light around the globe

Where to Watch The Unseen Queen in the USA – Plus Our Review of the Documentary

June 2, 2022 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

We have been getting lots of questions on where Americans can watch the new BBC Unseen Queen Documentary. Finally, we have an answer. You can watch it right now on BBC Select. The Queen has granted the BBC rare access to the Royal Family’s personal archive for a new documentary about her life. We have an article from last week all about it that you can read here. It aired in … [Read more...] about Where to Watch The Unseen Queen in the USA – Plus Our Review of the Documentary

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