The Queen's Platinum Jubilee 2022

Is there an extra Bank Holiday Day?

Friday 3rd June is an additional bank holiday day added to the calendar year in 2022. This gives us a 4 day weekend, with a chance to spend more time with friends and family. The Spring Bank Holiday day has been moved so Brits have an extended break in one go. 

What is the Platinum Jubilee?

The Platinum Jubilee celebrates the Queen’s 70 year service as a British Monarch, and she is the first ever to do so. Street parties are often held, alongside the Queen’s Green Canopy campaign. There is also an official emblem that has been designed by the 19 year old Graphic Design student Edward Roberts. 

What can you do on the Jubilee weekend?

There’s plenty of fun activities to get involved in, including street parties and having a go at making the Platinum Pudding. A competition was held to find the best dessert for the occasion, and the mouthwatering winner was the Lemon Swiss Roll and Amaretti Trifle pudding.

When it comes to planning a street party, there are certain guidelines that need to be adhered to for the Jubilee so make sure you are adhering to the rules. 

The Queen’s Green Canopy campaign is a tree planting initiative that has also been brought in to honour her 70 year reign. If you’re wanting to get involved with this special tree-planting process, here’s how.  

A great option for gathering employees, family or friends is the Big Jubilee Lunch! This is part of the official celebrations of the Platinum party and everyone is invited. To get your free party planning pack and for more information about how to get involved, the Eden Project Communities is the best place to go.

Trooping the Colour 

Trooping the colour is performed by the British Army. The regiments perform this ceremony to mark the birthday of the British Sovereign. It has been performed since the 17th Century. If you are at home during the Jubilee celebrations, the Trooping the Colour is easily accessible to view from home. The ceremony will be streamed live via the BBC and iPlayer. 

Top Picks for TV

The Bargain Hunt Jubilee Special is due to give us a Royal twist on the 1st June. Join Charlie Ross as he challenges the two teams to hunt down the best bargains, Regal style.

For treasured heirlooms galore, why not tune into The Repair Shop Jubilee special? Watch the team repair precious family antiques with a Royal history.

The Queen’s Birthday Parade, which includes Trooping the Colour is one of the biggest TV events of the year. Tune into BBC One and BBC iPlayer to watch the event live and experience the tradition of parading soldiers, horses and musicians honouring Her Royal Highness. 

TV dramas are also getting involved with the Queen’s Jubilee, including BBC One’s long running soap, Eastenders. Join the Albert Square residents for a celebration to remember.

The weekend continues to promise more celebrations with the Platinum Party at the Palace, presented by Roman Kemp and features a host of performers including Queen + Adam Lambert, Alicia Keys, Hans Zimmer, Ella Eyre, Craig David, Mabel, Elbow and George Ezra.

If you're flying into London, to join in one of the Jubilee events, don't forget to pre-book your Manchester airport parking.