Families and friends gathered across Romford to celerate the coronation of King Charles III on Saturday. 

A big tea party was organised by Romford's Business Improvement district with a live stream of the coronation taking place outside Tollgate House. The rainy weather did not dampen spirits of residents who lined up for the event, with free picnic tables and deckchairs on offer.

Romford Recorder: Residents braved rain and thunder for the live screeningResidents braved rain and thunder for the live screening (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Havering Mayor, Councillor Trevor Mckeever and the director of Romford's Business Improvement District, Julie Frost, were among the many attendees. 

Romford Recorder: Councillor Trevor Mckeever with Romford BID director, Julie FrostCouncillor Trevor Mckeever with Romford BID director, Julie Frost (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Live performances, children’s entertainment and games followed the coronation. Miss Jones, a vintage style vocalist & multi-instrumentalist based in London took to stage enthralling audiences. 

Romford Recorder: Miss Jones performed with her fellow musiciansMiss Jones performed with her fellow musicians (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Dance Group Echo Stage School entertained the crowds with their talent. 

Romford Recorder: Dance Group Echo Stage School on stageDance Group Echo Stage School on stage (Image: Sandra Rowse)

There was also a magician, John Clayton, who kept the kids engaged with his clever tricks. 

Romford Recorder: Magician John Clayton in actionMagician John Clayton in action (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Local residents shared happy pictures from their visit on social media.

An audience member commented on Romford BID's Facebook post: "Well done to everyone, we had a lovely day despite the weather".