A four-day Bank Holiday in June will celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in honour of a remarkable 70-year reign
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee will see the country become a sea of patriotic red, white and blue this June in celebration of the mammoth milestone and preparations for the big occasion are well under way in Cornwall.
The focus of celebrations is to mark Queen Elizabeth's record-breaking 70 years on the throne with a very special four-day Bank Holiday on the first weekend in June. And, besides the late opening that's being allowed for bars and pubs, there will be street parties, lunch events, music concerts and far more as people show up in their droves to celebrate her.
The Queen is the first British Monarch to ever celebrate a Platinum Jubilee so there will also be some standout national events to celebrate the milestone. And leading up to the event we will be offering up a guide of what will be happening across Cornwall for those wanting to know what exactly is happening on their doorstep.
We will be constantly updating out live blog below with all the latest and greatest events in honour of the special day. They include events planned for the run-up to the long weekend too. Be sure to let us know about what you have planned locally by emailing us at cornwalllive@reachplc.com. or messaging us on our Facebook page.
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Newquay’s town centre has had a light-touch makeover to honour the Queen’s upcoming Platinum Jubilee. Ensuring that visitors to the high street truly get into the regal spirit of this historically significant event, the Newquay Business Improvement District (BID) and Newquay Town Council teams have replaced the existing bunting with new blue, red and white bunting which mimics the colours of the Union Jack.
In a collective town effort, Newquay BID has replaced the old bunting in Gover Lane and Newquay Town Council were responsible for replacing that in Bank Street. With the upcoming celebrations, there is much to look forward to in Newquay.
Newquay BID has also supported Newquay Lions with a financial contribution towards its Lion’s Platinum Jubilee Parade which will start adjacent to the Fore Street carpark on Saturday 4th June at 6pm and will be a fabulous showcase of scooters, tractors and trailers all decorated to reflect different decades of the Queen’s reign. It will also feature a car built in each decade, music from each decade and members of the community are encouraged to dress up for a decade of their choice.
Newquay Business Improvement District (BID) Chair, Jonathan Start said, “those who have been in Newquay town centre very recently have hopefully noticed that it is lined with beautiful new bunting. This is in honour of her Majesty’s seventy year-long reign. It was important that we work together with the council to make sure visitors to the high street and beyond have a royal good time whilst here over this special period.”
Jonathan continued, “don’t forget, that in addition to enjoying our lovely new bunting, you can also celebrate this year’s historically significant royal event by partaking in the official Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Beacon Trail. This family-friendly, augmented reality story-trail is available now and will take visitors and locals alike on an adventurous journey traversing the history of The Queen’s remarkable 70-year long reign.”
Newquay’s town centre has had a light-touch makeover to honour the Queen’s upcoming Platinum Jubilee. Ensuring that visitors to the high street truly get into the regal spirit of this historically significant event, the Newquay Business Improvement District (BID) and Newquay Town Council teams have replaced the existing bunting with new blue, red and white bunting which mimics the colours of the Union Jack.
In a collective town effort, Newquay BID has replaced the old bunting in Gover Lane and Newquay Town Council were responsible for replacing that in Bank Street. With the upcoming celebrations, there is much to look forward to in Newquay. Newquay BID has also supported Newquay Lions with a financial contribution towards its Lion’s Platinum Jubilee Parade which will start adjacent to the Fore Street carpark on Saturday 4th June at 6pm and will be a fabulous showcase of scooters, tractors and trailers all decorated to reflect different decades of the Queen’s reign. It will also feature a car built in each decade, music from each decade and members of the community are encouraged to dress up for a decade of their choice.
Newquay Business Improvement District (BID) Chair, Jonathan Start said, “those who have been in Newquay town centre very recently have hopefully noticed that it is lined with beautiful new bunting. This is in honour of her Majesty’s seventy year-long reign. It was important that we work together with the council to make sure visitors to the high street and beyond have a royal good time whilst here over this special period.”
Jonathan continued, “don’t forget, that in addition to enjoying our lovely new bunting, you can also celebrate this year’s historically significant royal event by partaking in the official Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Beacon Trail. This family-friendly, augmented reality story-trail is available now and will take visitors and locals alike on an adventurous journey traversing the history of The Queen’s remarkable 70-year long reign.”
For more information, please contact the Newquay BID office on info@newquay.bid.co.uk.
From 6pm on Saturday, June 4, more than 60 craft from Marazion and the surrounding areas of Cornwall will take part in a round St Michael’s Mount flotilla as part of the celebrations to commemorate the Queens’s Platinum Jubilee.
Weather and operational considerations permitting, the organised fleet will include the St Michael’s Mount State Barge, Mount ferryboats, the RNLI Penlee lifeboats, luggers, Marazion gig boats, Marazion sailing club boats and three groups of paddleboarders from Ocean High, the Hoxton Special and GoSUP groups.
The flotilla will circumnavigate the Mount in order to pay respect to the Queen who visited the town and Mount in 2012. The State Barge took part in the Thames flotilla that marked 50 years of the reign of Elizabeth II in 2012.
This will be the jewel in the crown of Marazion’s very Cornish and British celebrations which includes street parties, artistically decorated bus shelters, refurbished phone boxes, busking, choirs, beacon lighting, exhibitions of rarely seen town paraphernalia, church services and the town adorned with bunting.
"Whether it’s sharing a cuppa with a neighbour on the doorstep or a bigger bash in the street, join millions of people across the UK to share friendship, food and fun with The Big Jubilee Lunch.
"It's the party that's right up your street, and everyone's invited, so let's take to our streets, gardens and neighbourhoods to have fun and get to know one another a little better. Sign up for your free pack to help you get started."
Organised by Penzance Council in partnership with Pengarth Day Centre and featuring performances by:
"Entry is free for everyone, with a complimentary cream tea and hot drink. Traditional garden fete stalls courtesy of Mounts Bay Rotary Club and Penzance Rotary Club. Bring along a picnic and ‘get down for the crown."
The Newquay Queen's Platinum Jubilee Parade
'I wanna tell you a story' display
'The Brains of Newquay' Charity Quiz
Queens Jubilee on the Green
The Jubilee celebrations are fast approaching, and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) South West would like to wish everyone a happy and safe long weekend.
Covid-19 has not gone away and there are several infectious diseases circulating and we would like to remind people to take care when mixing with people indoors and out.
While the number of cases in the South West are currently low, people need to take precautions – like taking a lateral flow test if mixing with vulnerable family or friends or staying at home if feeling unwell with a high temperature or flu-like symptoms.
Dr Charlotte Bigland, Consultant in Health Protection at UKHSA South West said: “While fewer people are wearing masks, it’s still advisable to wear one if you are indoors or if you are mixing with lots of people or on public transport.
"Washing your hands frequently and ensuring you cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing can prevent the spread of COVID-19, as well as lots of other common infections. The best protection against COVID-19 is to get fully vaccinated. There are walk-in vaccination centres across towns and cities in the South West.
“Monkeypox is also circulating nationally and internationally, so it’s important to for people to stay vigilant. There has been a notable number of cases identified among people who are gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men, so we are asking these groups in particular to be aware of the symptoms, particularly if they have recently had a new sexual partner.
“Anyone with unusual rashes or lesions on any part of their body should contact 111 or their local sexual health service for advice. If you think you might have Monkeypox, please phone ahead before attending a healthcare setting in person so we can ensure a good clinical experience.”
The road in St Mawes will be closed while Jubilee celebrations take place on the Quay in the morning followed by The Big Lunch all along the seafront.
Treasure Hunt details St Mawes Post Office:
Flower Festival inside St Just Church & St Mawes Churches
Children’s craft activities Millennium Rooms
Jubilee BBQ and Beacon Lighting
Right Royal Fancy Dress Fun Run
Garden Party, St Just in Roseland Institute
Dozens of towns and villages across Cornwall have organised street parties and celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Cornwall Council has received 80 applications to close roads so that people can venture outside to celebrate Her Majesty’s milestone.
Whilst many celebrations for the occasion will not require road closures, those people wanting to hold traditional street parties have had to seek permission. And with the Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend stretching from Thursday June 2 to Sunday June 5 they all take place at different times over that period.
Read the full list here.
Motorists travelling to meet family and friends to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee are set to enjoy smoother journeys over the extended bank holiday weekend, with National Highways lifting almost 1000 miles of roadworks.
It will mean that 98 per cent of England’s major A-roads and motorway network will be free from roadworks.
The roadworks will be removed from England’s major A-road and motorway network by 6am on Wednesday 1 June and not put back in place until Monday 6 June.
And with motorists set to make the most of the long weekend, National Highways is urging those travelling to play their part in keeping traffic flowing by ensuring vehicles are roadworthy.
Research commissioned by National Highways shows that only one-in-six drivers check their tyres before setting off on a long journey, meaning some could be taking to the road with a potentially serious vehicle defect.
To underline the risks, separate figures show that a fifth of motorway breakdowns are caused by worn or incorrectly inflated tyres.
Dave Harford, Traffic Officer for National Highways, who patrols the M5, M42, M50 and other major routes, said: “We expect the roads to be busy with people looking to make the most of a long weekend. Our traffic officer patrols will be out on the network to help anyone who might get into difficulty, but it’s important people remember to check their vehicle before setting off.
“The last thing anybody wants on the way to their destination is to have a vehicle breakdown. That’s why it’s really important people spend a few minutes checking the condition of their tyres before setting off.”
The advice from National Highways is simple; check your tyre pressure, tread depth and tyre age including the spare, before you set off on a long journey.
Look out for cuts or wear over the full width of the tyre and don’t forget to check the sidewall.
Dave added: “Although the legal limit for tyre tread depth is 1.6mm, we recommend you don’t let the tread get that low. Changing the tyre at 2mm in summer and 3mm in winter is good practice and maintains overall good tyre performance in all conditions. To check your tyre pressure, visit most fuel and service station forecourts, which have an air machine for checking and inflating your tyre pressure.”
One of Cornwall’s most popular indoor soft-play centres will have a special activity to celebrate the Queen’s 70-year reign during May half term. One2eleven, in Helston, will throw open its doors every day during the Jubilee week, which runs from Saturday, May 28 to Sunday, June 5.
Besides the thrills and spills of the soft play, there will be the chance for youngsters and parents to turn their hand to crown-making, to mark the Platinum Jubilee week. The indoor centre, ideal for any weather, boasts every type of soft play – from air bursting ball swamps, cannon shooters, slides, tunnels, rope walkways and swings. A new addition this year is an exciting mini climbing wall.
Over the long Bank Holiday weekend, Crinnis Beach - home to a mini festival village for the summer, complete with a feast of food and drink pop-ups - will have everything from live music to royal-themed dishes.
Cornish jazz band Deep Squid kick off the fun at Shoreside Bar, Carlyon Bay, on Thursday, June 2 (from 7.30pm) giving sundowners on the beach a swinging vibe with a touch of blues-soaked melodies. They’ll take to stage under a new, bunting-adorned pergola positioned at the heart of the village and will be followed on Friday, June 3 (from 8pm) by dynamic pop/punk trio, The Bubble. Beach-favourite, Harvester Seafood Shack will also be hosting one of their legendary Big Pan Nights, offering seafood curry and many “of the Queen’s favourite dishes”.
On Saturday, June 4, there will be a beach BBQ (from 3pm) featuring a cool, custom-made hanging frame will be the star attraction, treating beachgoers to a choice of meat, fish and vegan/veggie options (dishes from £10). This is all on top of Carlyon Bay’s quirky collection of local and independent food and drink pop-ups who will be joining the fun with pitchers of Pimms available from Shoreside Bar and traditional Afternoon Tea fit for royalty courtesy of Manor Made Cornwall.
For those looking to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, The Greenbank, based in the heart of Falmouth, is offering a very special limited edition afternoon tea menu between June 2 and 5.
Expect to savour some of the Queen’s favourite sweet treats, savoury delights, and delicate finger sandwiches including a classic Victoria sponge, a chocolate biscuit cake – renowned to be the Queen’s favourite – coronation finger sandwiches and even ‘Jam Pennies’. Guests will also be treated to a complimentary Jubilee cocktail alongside the menu, so they can cheers to her majesty in style, for £25 per person.
Whether you choose to savour this special menu in the hotel’s panoramic restaurant or breezy outdoor terrace, you can book the royally good tiered celebrations by calling The Greenbank’s reception team on 01326 312440.
You can celebrate the Jubilee weekend with the National Animal Welfare Trust, Cornwall at itsJubilee Party ‘Paws in the Park; Jubilee Picnic and Fun Dog Show’.
The event is taking place on Sunday the 5th of June, 12pm-3pm at Hayle Recreation Ground (TR27 5AL) for a Fun Dog Show, children's rides, and some amazing food courtesy of local businesses Lucy Bakes, Big Gorilla Pizza Co and the Coffee and Crepe Co! (make sure you’re hungry!)
The coveted ‘Best In Show’ will be sponsored by the amazing team at ‘Canine Skills Instructors’, who will also be judging the show. Entry fee per class is £1.
A Jubilee themed painted rock hunt will also be happening in and around the ground put together by our supporters at ‘Bob’s Rocks’… Something for all the family to enjoy.
Every penny raised on the day will be used towards work in rescuing rehoming the homeless dogs and cats of Cornwall.
Paws in the Park, Jubilee Picnic and Fun Dog Show. Sunday the 5th of June, 12pm-3pm at Hayle Recreation Ground, TR27 5AL.
Perranzabuloe Parish Council has announced plans to light a beacon for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee on the evening of Thursday, June 2. The beacon will be lit on top of the iconic Chapel Rock on Perranporth Beach at 9.45pm and it will be one of over 2,000 lit by charities, communities and faith groups all over the UK.
Members of the public are encouraged to view the beacon lighting from Droskyn Point where a local choir will be performing a variety of songs, including the official Jubilee song for the Commonwealth 'A Life Lived with Grace', from 9.15pm.
In addition to the beacon celebrations, the parish council will be giving commemorative Jubilee mugs to the children of Perranporth and Goonhavern primary schools and will also be hosting big Jubilee picnics from 1pm-5pm on Sunday 5th June 2022 in Perranporth Park, Goonhavern Park and in Rose village. These community celebration events aim to bring people together for fun activities, competitions, games and music. See the council's website www.perranzabuloe-pc.gov.uk or social media for details.
Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Rangers and Girlguiding volunteers in Cornwall will join hundreds of Girlguiding members across the UK and beyond in lighting beacons to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee on Thursday, 2 June.
Girlguiding members will be lighting an impressive 70 community beacons to mark each year The Queen has been on the throne.
The organisation is one of several charities taking part in the beacons event, with an anticipated 1,500 Platinum Jubilee Beacons in total planned to be lit across the UK and Commonwealth, with a Principal Beacon set to be lit at Buckingham Palace
The Girlguiding Cornwall Beacon Lighting event will be held at Trelissick National Trust and it will see girls and young women come together to enjoy a special evening of Jubilee celebrations, including craft stalls, singing, a photo / archive display and a bat walk.
The Poly is thrilled to announce a series of free art workshops in honour of this year’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
We have partnered with the Dracaena Centre to offer free craft sessions to families during May and June. Run by local artists, the workshops will feature clay tile making, t-shirt printing and paper crafts.
These sessions are completely free, though we advise booking early to guarantee your slot.
Contact The Poly on 01326 319461 or visit www.poly.org for more information.
Bellringers in the village of St Cleer, near Bodmin, will be hosting a half-hour continuous churchbell ring in honour of the jubilee. The group, captained by local man Ian Banbury, will perform a call with 70 bell changes, one per year of Elizabeth II's reign.
They plan to ring at Friday, June 3, at 11:30am, and Sunday, June 5, from 7.52pm-8.22pm.
Aldi has encouraged people to enter a competition to win £500 towards the cost of throwing a street party for the jubilee. The supermarket giant said the competition, which can be entered here, uis open until 8am on Thursday, May 26.
Ten people will be chosen to receive a voucher, which can be spent on food, drinks, decorations and other parts from Aldi's Jubilee range. This even includes posh gin, wine, and snacks.
Residents of Duporth have turned out to see the dedication of a special Jubilee Tree, ahead of plans to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee across the UK.
The dedication was made by local Cornwall Councillor and co-director of the Duporth Development Community Interest Company James Mustoe.
He said:“We have been lucky enough to have this tree donated as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative, and would like to thank both Cornwall Council and St Austell Bay Parish Council for facilitating this.
“They have helped provide a Landmark Tree for our community via the Lord Lieutenant's Office and the Queen's Green Canopy scheme.
“It was especially special to be joined by Duporth resident Will George, who is a Diamond Jubilee Baby, having been born on 3 June 2012. We are delighted that by planting this tree in Pagoda woods, it can be enjoyed by ours, Will’s, and other future generations.”
As part of the national celebrations, there are lots of events being planned to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in the Penzance Parish.
To kick off proceedings, on Thursday June 2 the Town Crier will be travelling around the parish on an e-bike kindly provided by Ebike Cornwall, to perform an official Proclamation Cry in the following locations:
2pm – Market House, Market Jew Street
2:30pm – Jubilee Pool, Penzance
3:15pm – Newlyn War Memorial
Then - at 9:45pm - four Jubilee Beacons, funded by Penzance Council, will be lit at: St Mary’s Church, Humphry Davy School, Newlyn Harbour, and Mousehole Harbour. The Mayor of Penzance will be lighting the beacon at St Mary’s Church and will be accompanied by the Town Crier for a second Jubilee Cry.
On Saturday June 4, Penzance Council will be hosting a Platinum Communi-Tea Party in Morrab Gardens from 11am – 3pm. Organised in partnership with Pengarth Day Centre and featuring live performances from The Big Dance Company, Penzance Silver Band, Humphry Davy School, and Pensans Morris, the Communi-Tea Party will provide something for everyone to celebrate this historic occasion!
Entry to the Communi-Tea party is free and there will be live music and dance throughout the day at the bandstand, with complimentary cream tea and hot drink provided by Pengarth Day Centre. There will also be a traditional summer fete around the newly refurbished water fountain organised by Mounts Bay and Penzance Rotary Clubs.
Cllr Jonathan How, Mayor of Penzance said: “Not many heads of state ever get to 'go platinum' and it’s great that something will be happening in every part of Penzance Parish to mark this astonishing achievement.”
Penzance Council have created a page on their website for events taking place around the Parish (including Newlyn, Mousehole, Paul, Heamoor, and Gulval) over the special extended bank holiday weekend Thursday 2 - Sunday June 5 at https://bit.ly/PzPlatinumJubileeEvents
As the country prepares to mark Her Majesty The Queen’s remarkable 70-year reign next month, one of Cornwall’s top hotels is hosting a luxurious Jubilee Afternoon Tea.
The Headland, Newquay’s five-star clifftop hotel, is offering a limited-edition Afternoon Tea which will enable guests to enjoy this most quintessentially British pastime.
Treat your family, friend or partner to a regal dining experience, in which you can admire sweeping ocean views in effortless, relaxed grandeur.
Veryan Palmer, director, said: “We’d love diners to join us for this momentous occasion in history, which means you can eat and drink in style with the people who matter most.”
“We have adapted the menu to reflect The Queen’s longevity and stature, including Coronation chicken and Victoria sponge. It promises to be a truly memorable summer of celebration.”
Other sandwiches besides Coronation chicken include classics such as cucumber and cream cheese and poached salmon, dill mayonnaise and lemon, whilst there is also a mouth-watering sundried tomato, basil and Cornish cheddar quiche.
Desserts include strawberry trifle, raspberry macaron and Jubilee shortbread biscuit, but the star of the show is The Queen’s chocolate biscuit cake, described by royal chef and former personal chef to The Queen, Darren McGrady, as Her Majesty’s “favourite cake by far”.
For those fancying a tipple to toast her 70-year reign, there is also a delicious selection of cocktails. The Platinum Martini mixes HM-appointed gin, Lillet 1872 and edible platinum, whilst the Duketh Kernow combines London style gin, orgeat, sherbet and Earl Grey.
Other mouth-watering options include The Headland Fruit Cup and the Chandon Garden Spritz. The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Tea runs every day until June 30th (2pm-4pm).
On Saturday, June 4 there is a special chance to join the hotel’s Big Afternoon Tea in the ballroom, where guests will be welcomed to celebrate the historic occasion.
Family and friends are invited to dine on large communal tables whilst watching The Queen’s Platinum Party live from London.
On Sunday 5th June, The Idle Rocks will host an unforgettable Street Party and Luncheon Celebration to round off the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
This will be the ultimate event to celebrate with friends and family, and to kick back amongst the beautiful backdrop of the hotel’s harbour views and the soulful sounds of the afternoon’s resident DJ, Tom Shanks, whose tunes will be playing through until sunset.
On arrival, guests will be welcomed with an array of delicious canapés curated with a modern twist and a ‘Jubilee Gin’ cocktail (the Queen’s favourite tipple), before enjoying a five-course feast with some of the finest accompanying wines.
The banquet table, set up on The Idle Rocks’ stunning terrace, will be a culmination of Executive Head Chef Dorian Jamaat’s culinary flair and favourite flavours. Locally sourced and delectable dishes promise to awaken the senses, with the use of the freshest local Cornish ingredients built on our philosophy of using sustainably sourced produce.
The celebrations will start at 12.30pm before the celebratory luncheon that will commence at 1.15pm. £125 per person (Limited availability). Book tickets here.
For all the details read out article here.
There will be a distinctly regal feel to Flambards as part of its spectacular May half-term entertainment next month. The theme park in Helston is joining in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations which will take place during half-term week from Saturday, May 28.
On Saturday, June 4, visitors can try their hand at crown-making in honour of the Queen. There is a host of other special events planned too. The park opens every day during the week and the packed schedule of entertainment begins with the Billy Wizz Magic Show on Tuesday, May 31.
Flambards’ popular Creepy Crawly Show will be staged on Thursday, June 2, before the day of celebration unfolds on Saturday, June 4. There will be crown-making and a giant picnic in the park, with mascots Ferdi the Fox and Flora the Chipmunk in situ to provide fantastic family fun. Flambards offers a great day out for visitors of all ages with its fun mix of exciting rides and indoor attractions.
As the country prepares to mark the Queen’s remarkable 70-year reign next month, one of Cornwall’s top hotels is hosting a luxurious Jubilee Afternoon Tea. The Headland, Newquay’s five-star clifftop hotel, is offering a limited-edition Afternoon Tea which will enable guests to enjoy this most quintessentially British pastime.
Other sandwiches besides Coronation chicken include classics such as cucumber and cream cheese and poached salmon, dill mayonnaise and lemon, whilst there is also a mouth-watering sundried tomato, basil and Cornish cheddar quiche. Desserts include strawberry trifle, raspberry macaron and Jubilee shortbread biscuit, but the star of the show is the Queen’s chocolate biscuit cake, described by royal chef and her former personal chef Darren McGrady as Her Majesty’s “favourite cake by far”.
For those fancying a tipple to toast her 70-year reign, there is also a delicious selection of cocktails. The Platinum Martini mixes HM-appointed gin, Lillet 1872 and edible platinum, while the Duketh Kernow combines London style gin, orgeat, sherbet and Earl Grey. Other mouth-watering options include The Headland Fruit Cup and the Chandon Garden Spritz.
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Tea runs every day until June 30 (2pm-4pm). On Saturday, June 4 there is a special chance to join the hotel’s Big Afternoon Tea in the ballroom, where guests will be welcomed to celebrate the historic occasion. Family and friends are invited to dine on large communal tables while watching the Queen’s Platinum Party live from London. To book a table visit www.headlandhotel.co.uk/eat/afternoon-tea/