The jubilee is finally over after four days of practically continuous celebration, and what a weekend it was!
On Saturday it began with the Queen attending the Epsom Derby, it was relatively low-key compared to some of the more extravagant events to come. On Sunday the largest flotilla on the River Thames since the 1600s took place, it was phenomenal to watch all the boats row past and how happy the Queen looked. On Monday, unfortunately, the Duke of Edinburgh had to be admitted to hospital due to a bladder infection. The highlight of Monday was most certainly the Jubilee Concert at which big names such as Elton John, Paul McCartney and Gary Barlow were playing. A song specially written for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee was also played. On the Tuesday the Queen was at St. Paul's Cathedral for a service commemorating her 60 years on the throne.
So what does the Jubilee tell the world about the UK? Well, firstly that the Monarchy is here to stay, recently getting an 80% approval rating! Phenomenal! It also tells the world that the stiff upper lip is back, despite the harsh austerity and falling living standards, we can still put on a great show and enjoy ourselves!
Here are some pictures of the jubilee:
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| The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh at Epsom |
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| The Jubilee Concert |
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| One of the thousand boats involved in the river pageant |
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| A street party in England |
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