Platinum Jubilee Weekend

Thursday 02nd June 2022 21:00 - Sunday 05th June 2022 17:00

On 6th February this year Her Majesty The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of service to the people of the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth.

To celebrate this unprecedented anniversary, events and initiatives will take place throughout the year, culminating in a four day UK bank holiday weekend from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June. The bank holiday will provide an opportunity for communities and people throughout the United Kingdom to come together to celebrate the historic milestone.

To celebrate in Leighton-Linslade

Thurs 2 June – Beacon lighting and fireworks in Parson’s Close Recreation Ground from 09:00pm.

Fri 3 June – Jubilee Fayre organised by Leighton-Linslade Rotary Club.

Sat 4 June – Leighton Buzzard Charter Market 

Sun 5 June – The Big Lunch Food Festival and the first band concert of the season.