A royal celebration came to Romford Market for the Platinum Jubilee celebrations this week.
Megan Craig and her one-year-old daughter Elizabeth waving union flags (Image: Ken Mears)
Children had a great time dancing to the music (Image: Ken Mears)
Kicking off on Saturday (June 4), the free Platinum Party in the Place saw the square packed with cheerful faces of all ages.
The crowd enjoying the stage performances (Image: Ken Mears)
John Yianni gets into the spirit (Image: Ken Mears)
Red white and blue appeared to be the dress code for patriotic participants who attended in support of the occasion.
Children enjoying the free arts and crafts workshop (Image: Ken Mears)
Performers ready to go on stage (Image: Ken Mears)
Free arts and crafts were on offer, while live performances from The Royal British Legion Band and Corps of Drums Romford made certain everyone was entertained.
The Royal British Legion Band and Corps of Drums Romford put on a mesmerising performance (Image: Ken Mears)
Ayaan Bokde, six, and Saatvik Bokde, three, have a thrill on the revolving teacups (Image: Ken Mears)
A garment called The Regal Robe designed by students from New City College was unveiled and youngsters from The Razzamataz Dance School and Jam Dance also performed on stage.
The Razzamataz Dance School on stage (Image: Ken Mears)
Jam Dance performing on stage (Image: Ken Mears)
Standing tall above the crowd, two people in Queen’s guard uniforms paraded around on stilts.
Duncan Guyatt celebates the Jubilee with two stilt walkers (Image: Ken Mears)
Adults Sarah Day and Cheryl Street with children Imogen and Emily Day and Ralph and Amelia Kayne (Image: Ken Mears)
As Her Majesty celebrates her record-breaking reign we have delved into our archives to create a tribute to her life and 70 years of service. Filled with photos and history, Our Queen's Platinum Reign is a magazine we hope readers will treasure for years to come. This special souvenir is available for £9.99 online and in-store.
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