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Way back in 1977, when I had just started school, I can recall the Silver Jubilee celebrations. Each class was asked to make a crown and a boy and a girl from each class was chosen as a winner. Graham Methold won for the boys in our class.

I won for the girls. I can remember getting some boiled sweets and sharing them with all my friends. It was a very hot day and we all sat out in the playground and celebrated.

Ten years ago, Ross, Grace and I went to my brothers house to celebrate the Golden Jubilee. We had a lovely barbecue in the garden and watched the big party on television in the evening. The weather, again was kind.

So far, this year, we have had a lovely morning of celebrations at Rex’s school with a parade of Kings and Queens, a service in the school playground with a rousing rendition of God Save the Queen, judging of the Jubilee Cake Bake Off judged by The Royal British Legion (Rex won second prize!) and then a picnic of squash and cake (there were loads!).

Of course, our celebrations would not be complete without our own home getting into the spirit of everything and, because there are only 4 houses in our Close, we are having a small street party which we are all really looking forward.

If you are having a street party too, here are some great ideas for food, drink, decoration and dressing up!

The Jubilee Drinks

Bring Me Drink

This fantastic delivery service is right up our street (party) in more ways than one! With a fantastic selection of drinks to suit all tastes and ages, they stock alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and offer a next day delivery option – perfect for those last-minute party top-ups! If you’re planning a party, it’s also MUCH easier to have the drinks delivered than lug them in and out of the car! Plus, if this wasn’t enough, they offer bar snacks too! Packaging is all recyclable, they offer free delivery on orders over £50 and it is tracked too!

My recommended products include:

• 24X330ML Diet Pepsi – priced £12.44
• Whitley Neill – Rhubarb & Ginger Gin 70CL – priced £28.02
• 24X200ML Britvic Low Calorie Tonic Water – priced at £18.42
• 24X275ML VK – Orange & Passionfruit – priced at £38.45

Belvoir Elderflower Cordial

The Holy Grass Vodka Platinum Jubilee Fizz

Everyone needs a cocktail or mocktail to celebrate the Jubilee weekend – so, how about this one from Holy Grass Vodka?

INGREDIENTS for THE PLATINUM JUBILEE FIZZ

30ml Holy Grass Vodka
15ml Earl Grey tea (cold)
10ml sugar syrup
Champagne to top up (or your favourite sparkling wine)
Shimmering decorative sugar crystals 
A twist of lemon

METHOD

Coat the rim of a fluted glass with the sugar crystals. Add the vodka, tea and syrup with ice to a shaker, and shake! Strain into the flute and top up with champagne. Garnish with a twist of lemon.

The Jubilee Clothing

Hotter Shoes Jubilee Sandals

Walking (or dancing!) around the street party definitely needs to be done in comfort so I was thrilled to see that one of my favourite brands had brought out their very special limited edition Platinum Jubilee Sandals. Hotter have always built their shoes for comfort and I can safely say that these will be getting a LOT of wear! Priced £99.

Union Jack T Shirt

I wanted to find a Union Jack themed t shirt which would last me beyond the Platinum Jubilee celebrations and I thought that this heart-shaped red, white and blue flag top was perfect! It also means that I can wear it when I am photographing weddings. Available from Amazon, priced £13.99.

Union Jack Dress

This Chiffon Union Jack Dress looks floaty, cool, comfortable and classy. Available from Amazon, priced £23.99.

The Jubilee Decorations

Party Pack

Bunting, mini flags, plates, balloons, napkins – this pack has it all! No need to shop around, just order this beauty for £28.99 from Amazon.

Cake Toppers

This set is perfect for the bakers in the group. It includes 16 Union Jack themed cupcake decorations with 1 big golden crown cake topper. Priced £12.99 from Amazon.

Union Jack Table Cloth

No street party would be complete without a Union Jack tablecloth. This one is from Amazon priced £14.99.