The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Thursday 2nd June
The Queen’s Birthday Parade (Trooping the Colour)
Platinum Jubilee Beacons: Over 1500 beacons will be lit across the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and UK Overseas Territories.
Friday 3rd June
Service of Thanksgiving to be held at St Paul’s Catherdral
Saturday 4th June
The Derby at Epsom Downs, The Queen accompanied by members of the Royal Family will attend the Derby.
Platinum Party at the Palace, The BBC will stage and broadcast a special live event concert from Buckingham Palace.
Sunday 5th June
The Big Jubilee Lunch: Every year since 2009, the big lunch has encouraged communities to celebrate their connections and get to know each other a little bit better, coming together in a spirit of fun and friendships. In 2022 The Big Lunch will bring the Jubilee celebration into the heart of every community. Whether big or small the big lunch provides tips and ideas for hosting an event and 1400 have already registered to host Big Jubilee Lunches so far.
Will You Be Hosting a Big Lunch in Your Garden or on the Street?
Lets us know and we will publicise it for you – plus do a follow up article with your pictures after the event.
Lets get Syston registered with The Big Lunch and bring our community together again, to enjoy each others company and have fun!
Email us at the usual address: fiona@systontownnews.co.uk