The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in pictures

See all the pictures of the Queen during her Diamond Jubilee celebrations and fun pics of people all over the country celebrating her 60 years on the throne

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

See all the pictures of the Queen during her Diamond Jubilee celebrations and fun pics of people all over the country celebrating her 60 years on the throne

See all the pictures of the Queen during her Diamond Jubilee celebrations and fun pics of people all over the country celebrating her 60 years on the throne...

The Queen

Saturday 2nd June

The Queen began her Jubilee celebrations by attending the Derby festival at Epsom Racecourse. Looking radiant in her blue dress coat and matching hat, The Queen looked pleased to be celebrating her 60 years on the throne.

Prince Philip

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

Looking very dapper in his top hat and tails, Prince Philip was once again at the Queen's side as she celebrates her Diamond Jubilee.

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie helped their grandmother celebrate the first day of her Diamond Jubilee weekend.

Epsom Derby race-goers

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

The fans were very excited to get a glimpse of the Queen at the Epsom races. They climbed aboard a Union Jack covered double decker bus to get a better look.

The Queen

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

How sweet is this pic? You never really see the Queen crack a smile this big! A huge fan of horses, the Queen was in her element at the Epsom Derby.

Fulham street party

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

What are the Queen and Prince Philip doing in Fulham? Ha, not really! We bet we'll be seeing plenty of these masks over the Jubilee weekend.

Fulham street party

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

Excited families line the street in Fulham as they celebrate the Jubilee weekend with a good old-fashioned street party. Look at all that delicious street party food!

Peterborough street party

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

Celebrations got underway in Peterborough at the start of the long weekend. How nice is it to see everyone out on the streets celebrating together?

Brighton college Jubilee party

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

Singing a rousing version of Rule Britannia, these students from Brighton College got in the Jubilee spirit with some Union Jack flags and red, white and blue face paints.

Peterborough street party

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Saturday 2nd June

Very patriotic! This young man showed his love of the Queen by covering himself in the Union Jack during the celebrations in Peterborough.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Fans lined the River Thames to catch a glimpse of the Royal family on the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant saw the Queen and other members of the Royal family sail down the Thames on a barge surrounded by a 1,000 boat flotilla.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Wearing a massive smile and waving to the crowds, the Queen opted for a simple white outfit for the pageant, while Philip followed tradition and wore his army uniform.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

The Queen and Prince Philip rode a small boat to her specially-designed barge, where the rest of the Royal family was waiting.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Prince William and Kate Middleton got all dressed up for the special day - well, they were riding on the Queen's special barge! Kate opted for an eye-catching red ensemble, while William wore his full army uniform.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Prince Charles and Camilla rode the Royal barge alongside the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince William, Kate Middleton and Prince Harry.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Princess Anne, Colonel-in-Chief of the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, wore full uniform to support her mother on her big day.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Despite the cold weather, the Queen stood at the front of her barge for the duration of the trip and waved to the crowds gathered to see her.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Princess Beatrice and Sophie Countess of Wessex followed behind the Queen's barge on one of the boats in the flotilla.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

Carole, Pippa and James Middleton provided support for Kate as they joined in the pageant on one of the boats.

Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Sunday 3rd June

How happy does the Queen look? A reported 1 million people turned out to see her, so no wonder she's smiling!

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

A massive stage was erected outside Buckingham Palace to host the Diamond Jubilee concert.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

A whopping 20,000 people lined the Mall to watch the concert. Waving Union Jacks, these lucky fans won tickets in a nationwide ballot.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Robbie Williams kicked off the show with a rousing version of his hit song Let Me Entertain You.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

The Voice co-stars will.i.am and Jessie J teamed up to sing Black Eyed Peas song I Gotta Feeling.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Gary Barlow, who organised the concert, sang a special duet with Cheryl Cole. The pair sang a cover of country song Need You Now.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

The concert featured music from all across the Queen's 60-year reign, so of course Cliff Richard had to be there!

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Sporting a Union Jack waistcoat, Rolf Harris paid tribute to the Queen and started a sing-a-long version of his hit song Two Little Boys.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Tom Jones got the crowd singing along as he performed hit songs Mama Told Me Not To Come and Delilah.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Shirley Bassey had the perfect song to sing for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee - Diamonds Are Forever!

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Kylie Minogue paid tribute to the Royal family by opting for a pearly queen look for the night - albeit in her typically racy style.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th JuneSinging Isn't She Lovely and Superstition, Stevie Wonder also joined forces with will.i.am to sing Happy Birthday to the Queen.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

We love Elton John's bright pink jacket! The singer performed hits I'm Still Standing and Your Song to the crowd and the Royal family.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Between the performances comedians took to the stage to announce the next act. Peter Kay just couldn't resist the temptation to dress up - we think he looks quite good as a beefeater.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Paul McCartney closed the show with a medley of his hits, including a dramatic version of Live And Let Die.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

Prince Charles took to the stage to pay tribute to his mum and pay respects to his father Prince Philip who missed the show as he was in hospital with a bladder infection. Charles started his speech with the word 'Mummy' to cheers from the crowd. He continued saying: 'Your Majesty a Diamond Jubilee is a unique and special event. Some of us have had the joy of celebrating three Jubilees with you. And I have the medals to prove it. And we are now celebrating the life and service of a very special person over the last 60 years.'

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

The show ended with a dramatic fireworks display over Buckingham Palace.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4th June

4,200 beacons were lit all around the world to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and the Queen herself lit the final one outside Buckingham Palace.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneWith Prince Philip still in the hospital for a bladder infection, the Queen was supported by sons Charles and Andrew, grandsons William and Harry and Camilla and Kate Middleton at the Thanksgiving service.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneThe Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams, led the service at the historic church and praised the Queen for her 60 years of service.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneMike Tindall and Zara Phillips looked smart in matching dark ensembles as they attended the Thanksgiving service.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JunePrincesses Beatrice and Eugenie have had a busy weekend! The Queen's granddaughters supported her once again on her fourth day of celebrations.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneKate Middleton, who chatted to clergymen on her way into the Thanksgiving service, chose a sombre cream dress by Alexander McQueen for the occasion.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneFollowing the church service, the Queen retired to a lunch at Westminster Hall. The menu for the 700-people occasion is said to have included lamb, salmon and asparagus.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneKate and William stayed close throughout the luncheon as they chatted to the guests, who consisted of established food producers from all over the country.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneFrom Westminster Hall the Queen, joined by Prince Charles and Camilla in Prince Philip's absence, began the processional route down Whitehall to Buckingham Palace by carriage.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneSurrounded by servicemen, a military band and a 60 gun salute, the Queen's procession was a traditional Royal affair.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneThe Queen waved to the crowds who braved the wet weather along the route - it is estimated that over 1.5 million people turned out to see her!

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JunePrince William, Kate Middleton and Prince Harry followed behind the Queen's carriage along the processional route and waved to all the well-wishers lining the streets.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneThe Mall attracted another packed-out crowd as the Queen returned to Buckingham Palace - it's certainly seen a lot of action over the weekend!

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneWaving a flag wasn't enough for these patriotic fans who were lucky enough to get a spot on the Mall for the flyover.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneCamilla, Prince Charles, Prince William, Kate Middleton and Prince Harry joined the Queen on the balcony of Buckingham Palace as she greeted the crowds patiently waiting for her.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

Tuesday 5th June

What a sight! The traditional Royal flyover left a trail of red, white and blue smoke as a fitting tribute to the Queen on her Diamond Jubilee.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Ceremonial Day

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday 5th JuneOn the last day of her Jubilee celebrations, the Queen began the day with the Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral, opting again for a lighter ensemble for the occasion.

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