Your Ultimate Jubilee Diary

Royal trails and village fetes, street celebrations, festivals and fireworks – it’s our glorious guide to the Diamond Jubilee. Compiled by Melonie Clarke

Jubilee events across the country

NORTH

TREASURES FROM THE QUEEN'S PALACES

One-off show featuring the best of The Royal Collection culled from nine royal residencies. More than 100 objects on display range from paintings to Imperial Easter Eggs by Fabergé.

Where: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh: www.royalcollection.org.uk/visit/queensgalleryedinburgh

When: Until 4 November.

JUBILEE TEA DANCE

Tea dance hosted by Bradford College and South Asian arts organisation, Kala Sangam.

Where: St Peter's House, Bradford: 01274-438945.

When: 31 May from 2pm.

FLOWER FESTIVAL

Bingley Flower Club creates beautiful flower designs to mark the Jubilee.

Where: St Wilfrid's Church, Gilstead Lane, Bingley, West Yorkshire: 01274-511561.

When: 1 to 3 June.

RENISHAW HALL

Events include open-air cinema screenings of The King's Speech and The Queen, horseand- carriage pageant and owner Alexandra Sitwell will light a beacon on the roof of the hall in the national chain of light. On 4 June at Buckingham Palace, The Queen lights the National Beacon.

Where: Renishaw Hall, Sheffield: 01246-432310, www.renishaw-hall.co.uk

When: 1 to 5 June.

CELEBRATORY CONCERT (LEEDS PHILHARMONIC CHORUS)

Where: Leeds Town Hall: 0113-224 3801, www.leedsphil.org

When: 2 June at 7.30pm.

KEIGHLEY KNEES-UP

Exhibition of 1950s clothing and memorabilia, with live music involving a Cliff Richard tribute act plus The Craven Accordion Orchestra.

Where: The Church Green, Keighley, West Yorkshire: 01535-618252.

When: 2 June.

ROYAL TRAIL

Find the monarchs from the past hiding around the tower and grounds.

Where: Clifford's Tower, York, North Yorks: 0870-333 1183.

When: 2 to 10 June.

PARADE AND CARNIVAL

The day will begin with a parade, a fun fair, dog display, marching bands and a 25-fl oat parade, with a prize for the best float, plus a post-parade crowning of the Carnival Queen.

Where: Wetherby, West Yorkshire: www.wetherbynews.co.uk/news/wetherby/jubileeevents-arounddistrict-1-4413398 

When: 3 June.

JUBILEE JAZZ JAMBOREE

Jazz and swing bands including Las Cameradas, Ben Lowman's Django Project, Dudley Nesbitt's Big Calypso Band, The Leeds Youth Jazz Rock Orchestra and The New York Brass ensemble.

Where: Briggate, Leeds: www.sevenjazz.co.uk/reviews/644-big-band-boogie-in-briggate-

When: 3 June, from 11am.

A RIGHT ROYAL WEEKEND

Edwardian weekend includes falconry displays, performers, music and a travelling cinema, plus a Punch and Judy show.

Where: Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, Brodsworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire: 0870-333 1183

When: 3 to 5 June.

MEDIEVAL ROYAL COMBAT

Demonstrations of medieval jousting and archery with a chance to join in.

Where: Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Belsay, Nr Morpeth, Northumberland: 0870-3331183

When: 3 to 5 June.

SOUTH

FASHION AND THE FLAG

Brighton Museum's inspired display of fashion that has utilised the Union Jack. Unmissable for fans of Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, Jasper Conran, John Rocha, Alice Temperley, Stephen Jones, Barbour and Dr Martens.

Where: Brighton Museum: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/index.cfm?request=c1260715

When: Until 25 November.

JUBILEE CRAFT BOOT CAMP

Cookery Doodle Doo Ltd and The Artist Residence hotel, Brighton, will host an adult craft fair with everything from baking to making corgi piñatas.

Where: The Artist Residence hotel, Brighton: 07588-692955, www.jubileebootcamp.co.uk 

When: Check website for session details.

DIAMOND JUBILEE TEA PARTY IN PURBROOK

Children's tea party (for fourto 13-year-olds) involving an afternoon of arts and crafts, music and games.

Where: St John's Church Hall, Purbrook, near Waterlooville, Hampshire: www3.hants.gov.uk/events/searcheventslisting/eventsdetail.htm?id=152844

When: 26 May from 1pm.

BEER FESTIVAL AND FIREWORKS

Fun fair, bouncy castle, face painting and a barbecue, plus disco and karaoke in the evening.

Where: Garth Park, Bicester, Oxfordshire: www.bicesterjubilee.co.uk

When: 2 June.

EPSOM DERBY

A loyal attendee at Epsom for eight decades, the Queen will be donning her racing hat again this year.

Where: Epsom, Surrey: www.epsomderby.co.uk

When: 2 June.

DIAMOND JUBILEE GALA IN CHICHESTER

60 Glorious Years gala procession led by the Band of the Prince of Wales' Division alongside the Priory Park mini fun fair: ferret racing, owl holding, a vintage tea tent and 'Last Night Of The Proms' concert.

Where: Chichester, West Sussex: www.chichester.gov.uk/index.cfm?ArticleID=19897

When: 2 June.

BATTLE OF BRITAIN MEMORIAL FLIGHT, RYE

Britannia rules the sky with this memorial flypast, with a full display by the Lancaster, Hurricane and Spitfi re over Rye.

Where: Rye, East Sussex: www.visit1066country.com/events/battle-of-britain-memorialflight-over-rye-p859241

When: 2 June.

VILLAGE FETE, MARDEN

The village of Marden comes together to celebrate the Jubilee with Marden's 1950s royal village fete, with a wheelbarrow race, games and competitions, stalls and children's entertainer.

Where: Marden, Maidstone, Kent: www.visitmaidstone.com

When: 2 June.

VICTORIOUS VINTAGE AT PORTSMOUTH HISTORIC DOCKYARD

Music and vintage stalls (including a vintage hairdresser).

Where: Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth: 02392-728060, www.historicdockyard.co.uk

When: 2 to 3 June.

TUDOR JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS

Tudor music, archery and demonstrations by craftsmen. Plus a prize for the best turned-out princess.

Where: Hever Castle & Gardens, Hever, Nr Edenbridge, Kent: 01732-865224, www.hevercastle.co.uk

When: 2 to 5 June.

THE JUBILEE SOAPBOX DERBY

Street cart race through Milton Keynes. Winner gets a prize.

Where: Shenley Road, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire: 01908- 648257, carnival@westbletchleycouncil.gov.uk

When: 3 June.

BIG JUBILEE PICNIC

Community park picnic.

Where: Delapre Abbey, Northampton: 01604-838427, jubilee@northampton.gov.uk

When: 3 June.

JUBILATION STREET PARTY

Local charity Loveworks has organised games, stalls, live music and a Victorian fair. The evening finishes with a performance by the Choro Bandido Brazilian Jazz Band.

Where: Priory Park, Reigate, Surrey: www.visitsurrey.com/events/the-queen-s-diamondjubilee-events-insurrey-p815451

When: 3 June.

JUBILEE AT OSBORNE HOUSE

A blast of Victorian England recreates Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. Plus showjumping, Victorian games and a brass band.

Where: Osborne House, East Cowes, Isle of Wight: 0870-333 1183

When: 3 to 5 June.

GEORGIAN PICNIC PARTY

There will be music, dancing and tales of highwaymen delivered by strolling players in the form of aristocratic ladies and gentlemen.

Where: Wrest Park, Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire: 0870-333 1183.

When: 3 to 5 June.

JUBILEE PICNIC PARTY

Bring your own picnic, plus a royal pageant.

Where: Old Wardour Castle, Near Tisbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire: 0870-333 1183.

When: 5 June.

BATTLE'S JUBILEE STREET PARTY

Entertainment by the Cinque Port Lindy Hoppers, accompanied by a hog roast, strawberries and cream.

Where; Battle, East Sussex: www.visit1066country.com/events/seasonal-highlights/diamond-jubilee-events

When: 5 June.

ROYAL HALF-TERM FUN

Various activities, and a recreation of court life, plus the opportunity to dress up in Tudor costumes.

Where: Hever Castle & Gardens, Hever, Nr Edenbridge, Kent: 01732-865224, www.hevercastle.co.uk

When: 6 to 10 June.

BEST OF BRITISH GARDEN FESTIVAL AT HEVER CASTLE

Flower displays courtesy of Sevenoaks NAFAS throughout the grounds and a celebration of classic cars.

Where: Hever Castle & Gardens, Hever, Nr Edenbridge, Kent: 01732-865224, www.hevercastle.co.uk

When: 15 to 24 June.

EAST

RAFT RACE

Homemade rafts piloted by teams of four. Winner is presented with a trophy.

Where: From the church bridge mooring, Upwell to Stott's mooring, Outwell, Norfolk: 01945-774196, www.outwellvillage.co.uk 

When: 2 June.

ADVENTURE TRAIL

Royal adventure trail at Pendennis Castle – with prizes.

Where: Falmouth, Cornwall: www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/jubilee-royaltrail-pc-2-jun/

When: 2 to 10 June.

PICNIC LUNCH

Bring your own food and celebrate with neighbours and friends to the accompaniment of live music in the afternoon, dancing, fun and games and kings- and queens-themed fancy dress.

Where: Corscombe, West Dorset: www.dorsetforyou.com/405118

When: 3 June.

MEDIEVAL ROYAL PAGEANT

Celebration of Edward III. With dancers, minstrels, singers and actors.

Where: Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Beeston, Cheshire: 0870-333 1183.

When: 3 to 5 June.

BUILD A BOAT

To celebrate the Jubilee, set sail at Chard in a flotilla of boats. Prize for the best boat.

Where: Crowshute House, Chard: www.chard.gov.uk/Core/ChardTownCouncil/Pages/Jubilee_Events_1.aspx

When: 4 June.

TIME TRAVELLERS GO...ROYAL

Time travel with royalty at Pendennis Castle and Eltham Palace, plus games, crafts and a chance to meet some Royals from the past.

Where: Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall: 0870-3331183 and the Art Deco Eltham Palace and Gardens, Eltham, Greenwich, London.

When: Pendennis Castle, Falmouth: 4 to 8 June. Eltham Palace: 3 to 6 June.

LONDON

THE BOURNE & HOLLINGSWORTH DIAMOND JUBILEE PARTY

Glory days at the department store Bourne & Hollingsworth style, re-enacted by B&H in an event that includes English strawberries and cream, a selection of cocktails, live music provided by big bands and DJs. Egg-and-spoon and three-legged races, and the champagne coconut shy.

Where: Bedford Square Gardens, WC1: 020-7724 1617

When: 3 June.

PICCADILLY BIG JUBILEE LUNCH

Central London's Big Jubilee Lunch street party will stretch the entire length of Piccadilly, with local organisations and businesses (Royal Academy, BAFTA, The Ritz, The Wolseley, Fortnum & Mason, St James's Church) taking part. To register for a free place at the table: www.piccadillybigjubileelunch.org

Where: Piccadilly Circus.

When: 3 June.

THE THAMES DIAMOND JUBILEE PAGEANT

Centrepiece of the Jubilee celebrations, the Diamond Jubilee pageant features 1,000 UK and Commonwealth boats sailing in convoy down the Thames. The Queen will lead the fl otilla in the Royal Barge.

Where: The Thames

When: 3 June.

BATTERSEA PARK DIAMOND JUBILEE FESTIVAL

The park provides the spot for picnics, overlooking the Queen's Diamond Jubilee River Pageant, which is due to pass by at around midday.

Where: Battersea Park Millennium Arena, London SW11.

When: 3 June.

A BBC CONCERT AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE

A spectacular concert that is to be televised. Acts include Shirley Bassey, Elton John, Tom Jones, Cliff Richard and more. If you can't get a ticket, it will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC Radio 2.

Where: Buckingham Palace, London: www.royal.gov.uk

When: 4 June.

VILLAGE FETE AND FOOD FAIR IN NORFOLK

Village fair themed around the 1897 Diamond Jubilee. Brass band, dancing, sheep-shearing demonstrations, donkey rides.

Where: St George's Park, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk: www.visitnorfolk.co.uk/things-todo-norfolk/queens-diamondjubilee.aspx

When: 2 to 3 June.

BRINGING AUDLEY END TO LIFE

Terrific Victorian kitchen comes to life with food produced by resident cook Mrs Crocombe to celebrate the Jubilee. Everything from plum pudding to roast beef will be on the menu.

Where: Audley End, Saffron Walden, Essex: www.englishheritage.org.uk/AudleyEnd

When: 2 to 3 June.

GARDENERS' MARKET

Stalls, a hog roast, live music, a big picnic, and a tug-of-war, plus Jubilee performances by children from the local primary schools. The Grand Jubilee Parade will be led by traction engines and vintage vehicles.

Where: The Market Place, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire: www.rasenjubilee.org

When: 2 to 4 June.

KEEP THE HOME FIRES BURNING

As part of the Battle Of Britain exhibition at The Imperial War Museum (IWM) there will be a range of activities you can try. Put out air-raid fires with a hands-on demontration, find out about the equipment used to ward off an enemy invasion and even meet a member of the museum's Home Guard, who will be on hand to train you in marching and other duties. You even get a chance to try on replica uniforms. A weekend full of 1940s fun.

Where: IWM, Duxford, Cambridgeshire: www.iwm.org.uk/events/keep-the-homefires-burning

When: 2 to 10 June.

BEACH-HUT DECORATION COMPETITION, SUFFOLK

Local beach-hut owners compete to create the Most Royally Decorated Hut.

Where: Felixstowe, Suffolk: 01394-276770.

When: 3 June.

CAVALIERS!

Re-enactment of the Restoration in the form of Charles II – the king who brought back partying.

Where: Audley End House and Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex: 0870-333 1183. When 4 to 5 June.

WEST

THERE WILL ALWAYS BE AN ENGLAND

A concert at Woodmead Halls, which will feature the three main theatre organisations and many local performers and bands.

Where: Woodmead Halls, Lyme Regis, Dorset: www.viewfrompublishing.co.uk/news_view/19691/8/1/lymeregis-jubilee-events-not-to-bemissed

When: 2 June.

THE JUBILEE TREE COZY TEA PARTY EVENT

A traditional tea party, face painting and balloon modelling.

Where: Civic Centre (outside Crewe Library), South Cheshire: www.redshiftradio.co.uk/jubilee_events_south_cheshire

When: 2 June.

KINGS AND QUEENS FAMILY FUN TRAIL

Royal treasure hunt with clues hidden in the castle grounds. A special prize will be awarded to all those regal enough to complete the challenge.

Where: Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire and Witley Court and Gardens, Worcester Road, Great Witley, Worcestershire: 0870-333 1183

When: 2 to 8 June.

A SERVICE OF THANKSGIVING AND CARRIAGE PROCESSION

Formal service at St Paul's Cathedral, including the Queen's carriage procession.

Where: St Paul's Cathedral.

When: 5 June.

DIAMONDS: A JUBILEE CELEBRATION

A spectacular exhibition of the ways diamonds have been used by the Queen and other British monarchs over the last 200 years.

Where: Buckingham Palace, London SW1: www.royalcollection.org.uk

When: 30 June to 7 October. Buckingham Palace is closed from 9 to 30 July.

NATIONWIDE

THE BIG JUBILEE LUNCH

Nationwide initiative encouraging communal Lunching to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

Where: Nationwide:www.thebiglunch.com/about/jubilee-2012.php

When: 3 June.

JUBILEE TELEVISION COVERAGE THE QUEEN'S DIAMOND JUBILEE BEACONS

Beacons will be lit by communities and individuals all over the UK, including: the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man and the Commonwealth.

Where: Nationwide: www.diamondjubileebeacons.co.uk

When: 4 June.

JUBILEE STREET PARTIES

NORTH

EDWARD STREET JUBILEE PARTY, WREXHAM

Competition for bestdecorated bike, pram or scooter.

Where: Edward Street, Wrexham, North Wales: www.wrexham.gov.uk/english/Leisure_tourism/queens_

When: 4 June.

STREET PARTY ON THE FARM

Where: National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton-upon-Trent, Derbyshire: www.adventurefarm.co.uk

When: 5 June.

SOUTH

WINCHESTER

Artists, musicians, comedians, actors and dancers.

Where: The Broadway: 01962-827466, jubilatewinchester@gmail.com

When: 3 June.

SHOREHAM BY SEA

Food and fun and games.

Where: Shoreham Fort: www.visitworthing.co.uk/whatson/queen-s-jubilee-streetparty-p852571

When: 4 June.

SALISBURY

Tea, sandwiches, scones and cream, hog roast. Events include children's games, a 'best crown' competition and queen of the village.

Where: Valley Road, Tarrant Gunville, Wiltshire: www.salisbury.anglican.org/mission/2012/jubilee-events

When: 4 June.

CHICHESTER

Rides, a cake competition and a Jubilee-themed fancydress competition.

Where: Midhurst: www.chichester.gov.uk/index.cfm?ArticleID=19897

When: 5 June.

EAST

CAMBRIDGE

Festive lunch, plus big-screen viewing of Thames Pageant.

Where: St Andrew's Street: 01223-506343.

When: 3 June.

WEST

WEST DORSET

Punch and Judy show, music and refreshments.

Where: Lower Sea Lane, Charmouth: www.dorsetforyou.com/405118

When: 3 June.

CONGLETON

Party games, music and plenty of good food.

Where: Rode Heath, Birchfi eld Avenue, Dairylands, Church Lawton in Congleton, Cheshire: www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/leisure,_culture_and_tourism/diamond_jubilee_overview/congleton_jubilee_events.aspx

When: 4 June.

NON-JUBILEE EVENTS

NORTH

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOW

Cattle, sheep and horsey competitions as well as homecraft competitions and displays. Plenty of activities for children, including bestdressed potato competitions, edible face on a plate and farm machine model made from Lego or Meccano.

Where: Tynedale Park, Corbridge, Northumberland:www.northcountyshow.co.uk

When: 4 June.

SOUTH

CHARLESTON FESTIVAL

Bloomsbury Group festivities this year include the bicentenary of both Dickens and Captain Scott and the relaunch of Hogarth Press.

Where: Charleston, Lewes, East Sussex: 01273-709709, www.charleston.org.uk

When: 25 May to 3 June.

KENT GARDEN SHOW

Floral marquees featuring medal winners from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Plus a gardening workshop with Tom Hart-Dyke and Jacqueline Aviolet.

Where: The Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone: www.gardenshows.com

When: 2 to 5 June.

SURREY COUNTY SHOW

Britain's largest one-day agricultural show features trade stalls, livestock and showjumping. Also featured: a falconry display and a Hot Air Balloon Challenge.

Where: Stoke Park, Guildford: www.surreycountyshow.co.uk

When: 4 June

WEST

SKANDIA: SAIL FOR GOLD REGATTA

The penultimate event of the 2011 to 2012 ISAF World Cup Series is back in Weymouth and Portland, the host venue for sailing in the 2012 Olympic Games. It is one of the most important regattas in the sailing calendar.

Where: Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy, Osprey Quay, Portland in Dorset: www.skandiasailforgoldregatta.co.uk

When 4 to 9 June.

WINT:ERWELL, THE BIGGEST LITTLE FESTIVAL

Stylish boutique festival founded by Josh Ford in the Cotswolds. The theme this year is the Old West.

Where: A few miles outside Cirencester, Gloucestershire: www.winterwell.co.uk/festival/

When: 29 June to 2 July.

LONDON

BALLGOWNS: BRITISH GLAMOUR SINCE 1950

Features 60 designs for social events such as Royal balls and state occasions, including eveningwear by Norman Hartnell, Victor Stiebel, catwalk by Alexander McQueen, Giles Deacon and Jenny Packham, Princess Diana's 'Elvis' dress by Catherine Walker and others worn by celebs such as Sandra Bullock and Elizabeth Hurley.

Where: The V&A, London SW7: 020-7942 2000, www.vam.ac.uk

When: Until 6 January 2013.

BARTS GOES FLOWER POWER FOR CHELSEA SHOW

Great stop-off point to or from Chelsea, Barts bar majors in flowery cocktails.

Where: Chelsea Cloisters, 87 Sloane Avenue, London SW3: 020-7581 3355.

When: To 26 May.

DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS

Decked out in bunting, and benefiting from its riverside spot, the Design Museum is in streetparty spirit with all-day Pimm's and a barbecue.

Where: Design Museum, Shad Thames, London SE1: 020-7403 6933, tickets@designmuseum.org

When: 3 June.

HOLLOWAY ARTS FESTIVAL 2012

North Islington welcomes national and international performers. Events include music, comedy and poetry.

Where: Various venues, Holloway, London: www.hollowayartsfestival.co.uk

When: 1 to 10 June.

PICASSO PRINTS EXHIBITION

One hundred of the artist's etchings displayed alongside pieces that influenced his work, including sculptures, Goya prints and Rembrandt etchings.

Where: British Museum, London: www.britishmuseum.org 

When: Until 2 September.

LEONARDO DA VINCI: ANATOMIST

Da Vinci's study of the human body, found among his private papers after his death in 1519, on display for the fi rst time.

Where: The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, London: 020-7766 7300, www.royalcollection.org.uk

When: Until 7 October.

THE QUEEN'S JUBILEE DIARY

As part of her Royal tour, The Queen will be visiting many destinations across the country

• 2 to 5 June Central Weekend, with celebratory activities around the UK and the Commonwealth.
• 2 June The Queen to attend Epsom Derby.
• 3 June Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant.
• 4 June BBC Diamond Jubilee Concert.

WEEKEND EVENTS

• Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral, Royal Procession to Buckingham Palace, balcony appearance, RAF Flypast.
• 13 to 14 June East Midlands and East Anglia, Nottingham, Burghley, Corby, Stevenage, Hatfi eld.
• 25 June South East England, Henley-On-Thames.
• 2 to 6 July Scotland (Holyrood Week): Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dunbartonshire, Renfrewshire, Perth.
• 11 to 12 July West Midlands, Hereford, Worcester, Birmingham, Shropshire.
• 18 to 19 July North East England, Sunderland, South Tyneside, North Tyneside, Gateshead, Durham City, Stockton- On-Tees, Leeds.
• 25 July Southern England, Cowes, Isle of Wight, New Forest, Hampshire.

JUBILEE TELEVISION COVERAGE

 ITV

• On 5 June, ITV will broadcast continuous, comprehensive live coverage of Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Julie Etchingham and ITV's Phillip Schofi eld will host ITV's coverage live from a specially constructed studio at Buckingham Palace. Coverage starts at 8.30am and continues until 4pm.
• To mark the event, ITV1 has also commissioned two documentaries on Her Majesty, which will air in early June. Elizabeth: Queen, Wife, Mother presented by Alan Titchmarsh, and The Queen & I, a two-parter featuring the home movies of those who recorded the day they met the Queen.
• ITV1 will also air All The Queen's Horses: A Diamond Jubilee Special, which will feature equestrian displays, as well as musicians and dancers.

BBC

• The Queen's Diamond Jubilee concert goes out live on BBC One, BBC One HD, BBC Radio 2 on 4 June.

• Huw Edwards hosts the BBC's coverage of the events across the Diamond Jubilee weekend.

PUBLIC VIEWINGS

• Live coverage of Jubilee Pageant on 3 June airs on 50 giant screens along the route. Viewing areas open at 8am. For a map of the location of screens:www.thamesdiamondjubileepageant.org/interactivemap