Platinum Jubilee Beacons: The United Kingdom’s long tradition of celebrating Royal Jubilees, Weddings and Coronations with the lighting of beacons will be continued to mark the Platinum Jubilee. For the first time, beacons will also be lit in each of the capital cities of the Commonwealth countries to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. People are invited to share friendship, food and fun with neighbours as part of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. AdvertisementBritons will enjoy a four-day bank holiday next summer to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee as the nation marks her 70 years on the throne. A live concert will be staged at Buckingham Palace - Platinum Party at the Palace - during the Saturday of the long weekend.

Source: Daily Mail June 02, 2021 09:40 UTC