90th Birthday Celebrations of Queen Elizabeth: May and June 2016

[miss whirley]

Exactly. If she wanted it to be a one woman show her official birthday pictures would have only been of herself. Instead she had one with her g-grandkids and the wessex kids, one with Anne, and one with her corgis and dorgis. The main topic of the pictures was how cute the kids and dogs are, and I'm sure that's what she planned when she approved the photos.

 

[Dman]

Not sure Charlotte will be on the balcony. I guess that all depends if her parents think she can handle it. She'll be at Buckingham Palace though. It's one of those rare times where the family get together and catch up.

 

[crm2317]

I would love to see Mia, Savannah and Isla on the balcony this year. My friend lives in London and I'm flying over to stay that weekend so we can go to The Mall for the carriage parade and balcony appearance.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Although I've already seen it, the Birthday Pageant was broadcasted live on NRK1 (Norway's biggest tv channel) tonight from 7:55pm to 21:35pm. The same happened in 2012 with the Diamond Jubilee Concert and with all the documentaries that NRK have bought from BBC/ITV about the Queen. Documentaries about the Norwegian, Danish and Swedish royal familys rarely get to air on that time. And even more rarely on a saturday.

 

[Countessmeout]

I have to agree, if Charlotte is on the balcony, it much better she be in her parent's arms. It will be noisy and startling at that age, it certainly was for George and he was older. Being in her grandfather's arms would not offer as much comfort. If we want to see Charles with a grandkid, give him George.

 

[HereditaryPrincess]

I'm a little late but I thought the horse show was wonderful and it was so nice to see Lady Louise riding. It was sweet to see HM and Prince Philip's reactions to her appearance when the camera pulled back on them. I liked Azerbaijan's display the most, and the ending was a nice and thoughtful touch. It seems that HM loved each minute of it!

Regarding Charlotte on the balcony, I doubt we will see her this year. I think she's a little too young for it at the moment, but I can imagine that George will attend again. I agree with crm2317 that it would be nice to see Savannah, Isla and Mia present this year too.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Queen's 90th birthday compilation album 'Happy & Glorious' to feature The Beatles | Royal | News | Daily Express

 

[duchessrachel]

I am not sure if this is the place to ask this question. It sort of applies in this category but is much broader. Why did the British Royal Family not consider the Queen's 90th birthday a reason to have a tiara wearing event? Recently King Carl Gustaf's 75th birthday was celebrated and there was a tiara event. It seems that 90th birthday is a lot more special than a 75th. Also, it seems that the Scandinavian Royal families are constantly having tiara events (weddings, birthdays). Why does the British Royal family not have as many tiara events? It seems like such a waste to have all these beautiful jewels only to have them sit in a vault. I say if you have it, wear (flaunt) it. I just don't understand why they don't. The British royals are my favorite, but I have to look elsewhere to get my royal jewel fix. Can someone please explain? I really want to understand.

 

[hernameispekka]

I am not sure if this is the place to ask this question. It sort of applies in this category but is much broader. Why did the British Royal Family not consider the Queen's 90th birthday a reason to have a tiara wearing event? Recently King Carl Gustaf's 75th birthday was celebrated and there was a tiara event. It seems that 90th birthday is a lot more special than a 75th. Also, it seems that the Scandinavian Royal families are constantly having tiara events (weddings, birthdays). Why does the British Royal family not have as many tiara events? It seems like such a waste to have all these beautiful jewels only to have them sit in a vault. I say if you have it, wear (flaunt) it. I just don't understand why they don't. The British royals are my favorite, but I have to look elsewhere to get my royal jewel fix. Can someone please explain? I really want to understand.

There is probably alot of different reasons. The wedding thing is because in Scandinavian countries it's customary to have your weddings in the afternoon, which makes tiaras and evening dress appropriate because it continues on to the evening, while in the UK morning weddings are more common and then it's morningsuit and hat that is the fitting dresscode.

Also, the Queen doesn't seem very keen to celebrate her own personal milestones in such a way. She celebrates milestones connected to the monarchy (like her Diamond Jubilee) more than her personal ones (or at least more publicly).

Someone probably has more insight into why the british royals are more sparse with tiara wearing in general. Although, they are the ones who every year put on the state crown while the scandinavian countries (as far as I can remember) doesn't even wear it at coronations anymore. So it's probably a bit of "whatever happened to stick" behind why it's different.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Minister to vote 'no' to late pub opening for Queen's 90th « Jersey Evening Post

THE Health Minister is to vote against extending opening hours for pubs and bars to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday.

Last month Assistant Economic Development Assistant Steve Pallett announced that he would bring forward proposals to the States to temporarily extend opening hours.

The amendment to the Licensing (Jersey) Law 1974 would allow pubs and bars to continue serving customers until 1 am on the evenings of Friday 10 and Saturday 11 June.

During a Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel hearing this week, Senator Andrew Green said that he would vote against the move, as he did with similar proposals for the Queen’s Jubilee anniversary, because it would ‘not be good’ for the Island.

 

[eya]

Happy birthday to the Queen: RHS Chelsea flower show | Life | Life & Style | Daily Express

New Winnie the Pooh & Queen story released to celebrate 90th birthdays | Royal | News | Daily Express

The Queen's wedding and coronation dress to be displayed for the first time

What is Trooping the Colour, when is it and how can I watch the Queen's birthday parade?

Legoland throws amazing street party for the Queen - made entirely from Lego

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

There are already been held several tea parties in the UK
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh7naVAcjcs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggzww6635oo

 

[duchessrachel]

hernameispekka, Thank you so much. It makes sense that it comes from tradition.

 

[Dman]

I am not sure if this is the place to ask this question. It sort of applies in this category but is much broader. Why did the British Royal Family not consider the Queen's 90th birthday a reason to have a tiara wearing event? Recently King Carl Gustaf's 75th birthday was celebrated and there was a tiara event. It seems that 90th birthday is a lot more special than a 75th. Also, it seems that the Scandinavian Royal families are constantly having tiara events (weddings, birthdays). Why does the British Royal family not have as many tiara events? It seems like such a waste to have all these beautiful jewels only to have them sit in a vault. I say if you have it, wear (flaunt) it. I just don't understand why they don't. The British royals are my favorite, but I have to look elsewhere to get my royal jewel fix. Can someone please explain? I really want to understand.

The British royals used to put their jewels to very good use back in the day. A lot of it stopped back in the early 90's. The British royals come under great media scrutiny when they are seen with their jewels too much, so it all died down.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Read more: Queen's 90th birthday flower sculpture honour for Huyton florist - Liverpool Echo

A Huyton florist is set to create a design made up of 5,000 roses to mark the Queen’s 90th birthday.

Botanical artist Joseph Massie, 27, has been commissioned to create the floral installation at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show next week.

The award-winning florist has created a design that will see 5,000 fresh-cut roses from Meijer Roses and 1,000 preserved rose petals suspended in the air to create a romantic, sensory tunnel.

“It is a huge honour to be commissioned by the Royal Horticultural Society to create an installation to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s 90th birthday.

He added: “I would be lying if I said I wasn’t a little bit nervous to know what Her Majesty’s verdict will be when she sees my installation for the first time!”

Joseph said: “With my design, I am aiming to create a sensory and immersive experience by presenting fresh rose blooms in a truly romantic and captivating way.

“I really hope that the Queen, and all of this year’s visitors to Chelsea, will enjoy the exhibit.”

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Politicians to debate extending pub opening times for Queen's 90th birthday | Channel - ITV News

Politicians are to debate whether to extend opening hours for Jersey pubs during the Queen's 90th birthday.

The proposition would allow bars to serve alcohol until 1 am on the 10th and 11th of June.

The move has already been agreed for England and Wales.

Constable Steve Pallet, Assistant Minister for Economic Development, says it seems 'appropriate' that Jersey follows suit so islanders can have 'the same chance to celebrate the Her Majesty’s 90th birthday.'

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

New Winnie the Pooh & Queen story released to celebrate 90th birthdays | Royal | News | Daily Express

Nicole Pearson, creative director at Egmont Publishing, said: "This is a celebration of two very British icons that have been part of our British heritage for 90 years."

Two beloved brits celebrate their 90th birthdays with style in "Winnie-the-Pooh and the Royal Birthday"

Which brings us to Her Majesty’s 90th Birthday Celebration. Given that Queen Elizabeth II has dedicated decades to watching over the Commonwealth and consulting on its international affairs, it only makes sense that the residents of the Hundred Acres Woods would somehow want to pay tribute to her Majesty The Queen (who - it is believed - loved the Winnie-the-Pooh stories as a child).

 

[Dman]

Peter Hunt-
Charles and Camilla won't be at @thepatronslunch for The Queen's 90th. Instead they'll be attending what Buckingham Palace calls a "regional lunch"
https://mobile.twitter.com/BBCPeterHunt/status/736232660377456640

 

[hernameispekka]

Peter Hunt-
Charles and Camilla won't be at @thepatronslunch for The Queen's 90th. Instead they'll be attending what Buckingham Palace calls a "regional lunch"
https://mobile.twitter.com/BBCPeterHunt/status/736232660377456640

This is rather surprising. I would think that Camilla and Charles would be rather visible during this since they are "next up". But might also be nice that they are spreading around a bit. I had just assumed that they would be out in full force for that event.

 

[duchessrachel]

The British royals used to put their jewels to very good use back in the day. A lot of it stopped back in the early 90's. The British royals come under great media scrutiny when they are seen with their jewels too much, so it all died down.

That is so sad. It seems like a waste to just let them sit there instead of using them. Why did they come under scrutiny?

 

[VictoriaB]

That is so sad. It seems like a waste to just let them sit there instead of using them. Why did they come under scrutiny?

I don't know whether this is the answer but it's possible it was felt that in times of austerity when many people are finding it tough, it's not a good look for the Royal Family to be bedecked in thousands of precious jewels. Other than on very few occasions (state banquets, State opening of Parliament), the jewellery worn may be worth more than a house but it's discrete.

 

[Countessmeout]

But ironically they spend a ton of money on smaller new pieces, and on clothes. It seems more austere to wear family pieces, then to keep buying new ones. Its not about giving away everything you have, its about being conscious about the money you are spending now. Spending 10,000 on a necklace in the store to look less flashy kind of defeats the purpose of austerity in times when people don't have jobs.


I like that both Camilla and the queen find a balance, wearing many older pieces, but not drowning themselves in jewels either.

 

[Iluvbertie]

I don't know whether this is the answer but it's possible it was felt that in times of austerity when many people are finding it tough, it's not a good look for the Royal Family to be bedecked in thousands of precious jewels. Other than on very few occasions (state banquets, State opening of Parliament), the jewellery worn may be worth more than a house but it's discrete.

Even before austerity - they don't didn't do any more public tiara events than they do now - two incoming State Visits, sometimes two outgoing State Visits, CHOGM (every two years) and the State Opening of Parliament per year.

It is simply the BRF's way - they don't do these events all the time.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Chester to stage Queen's 90th birthday celebration in city centre - Chester Chronicle

To mark Her Majesty The Queen‘s 90th birthday, Cheshire West and Chester Council, along with Theatre in the Quarter, community groups from across the borough and CH1ChesterBID, are planning a party on Sunday, June 12 from noon to 3.30pm.

The event will begin with an elaborate ceremony to open ornate gates placed for the occasion at Eastgate Clock.

Performed by Chester’s own Roman soldiers at noon, the ceremony will be filled with drums and chanting and will provide a unique and historic moment to commemorate our sovereign’s special day.

Following this unique ceremony, party goers will be invited to process with the Lord of Mayor of Chester to Town Hall Square.

Council leader Samantha Dixon said: “I am pleased we are going to celebrate the Queen’s birthday in a unique way.

“It will bring the city alive and showcase our great community spirit.”

 

[Curryong]

I think the tiara, jewels and gown wearing has lessened bit by bit since the 1960's when Royal females including the Queen, Queen mother and Princess Margaret used to appear in full fig at several evening events.

Even in Diana's day she would wear a tiara to galas at the ballet, for instance. I don't think it was all austerity measures in the 1990's. The War of the Wales thing and the breakup plus Diana's death led to some changes in how the BRF was viewed by the public, and therefore different behaviour by royal family members in an attempt to show they weren't out of touch.

For instance, had Edward and Sophie's wedding occurred ten years earlier than it did I'm convinced that it would have been the Abbey as the venue not St George's.

However, the next reign may include some return to gala events again, which I'm looking forward to. (Love the way the Scandi royals hold weddings.)

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Extension to Licensing hours in recognition of the Queens 90th Birthday

In recognition of the UK wide celebrations for the Queen’s 90th birthday, the Aberdeen City Licensing Board has agreed a general extension of licensed hours on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th June 2016.

The extension means that all onsales licensed premises, with the exception of casinos and premises which currently exceed 14 hours trading in any 24 hour period, will automatically be permitted an extra hour trading beyond the current terminal hour on the 10th and 11th June 2016. Premises license holders will not therefore be required to make a formal application for extended hours on those dates.

Councillor Marie Boulton, the Convener of the Licensing Board said “The Aberdeen City Licensing Board recognised the national significance of the Queen’s birthday this year and wished to give the citizens of Aberdeen the opportunity to join in the celebrations.”

Community celebrations for Queen's 90th birthday (From Worcester News)

COMMUNITIES in Worcester will be coming together to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday.

A host of street parties are being planned across the city to celebrate the big day, which takes place on Saturday, June 11.

One of the biggest events will be a community picnic outside DG Den, in Gresham Road, Dines Green, between 2pm and 4pm on Saturday, June 11.

DG Den, run by Worcester Community Trust, is a community facility which aims to provide a diverse range of services for the residents of Dines Green.

 

[Dman]

Even before austerity - they don't didn't do any more public tiara events than they do now - two incoming State Visits, sometimes two outgoing State Visits, CHOGM (every two years) and the State Opening of Parliament per year.

It is simply the BRF's way - they don't do these events all the time.

The British Royal ladies also used to wear their tiaras and RFO's to the Royal Variety Performance and to official dinners on foreign Royal tours.

Now, I their jewels only come out State Visits, Opening of Parliament, CHOGM, Diplomatic Corps Reception and the Annual Royal Academy of Arts Dinner. Also, the foreign State Visits. I guess that's enough though.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

South Yorkshire catering students serve royal feast for the Queen's 90th birthday - The Star

Six Barnsley College Catering students have recently spent the week at Windsor cooking for the Queen, her family, friends and acquaintances during the annual Royal Horse Show.

Preparing over 650 meals each day, the students and their tutors supported lead chefs in cooking and serving classic and modern cuisine to both the royal restaurant and members’ restaurant which consisted of VIPs and exclusive guests.

The prestigious event also marked the Queen’s 90th birthday where royalty from around the world were also invited.

Catering course leader, Martyn Hollingsworth, together with tutors Angela McGinley and James Key expressed how extremely proud of the students they were for being such fine ambassadors of the college and coping well under pressure.

Martyn said: “Catering for such a high-profile event was a challenge for myself and my colleagues, who are highly qualified and experienced, so for our students to take on the challenge and do such a wonderful job is extraordinary. They worked to professional standards throughout the week and were praised by industry experts for their diligence and remarkable work ethic.”

The college’s Open Kitchen restaurant will be hosting its own prestigious event on June 9 to mark the Queen’s 90th birthday where learners will be replicating one of the menus that they cooked for the Queen. The five-course dinner will be £17.95 per head and will be served from 6.30pm with limited places available.

 

[duchessrachel]

Even before austerity - they don't didn't do any more public tiara events than they do now - two incoming State Visits, sometimes two outgoing State Visits, CHOGM (every two years) and the State Opening of Parliament per year.

It is simply the BRF's way - they don't do these events all the time.

Didn't they also used to wear them to the theater?

 

[duchessrachel]

However, the next reign may include some return to gala events again, which I'm looking forward to. (Love the way the Scandi royals hold weddings.)

I love those Scandinavian weddings too. I hope the next reign will include a lot more jewels. Camilla wears big jewelry so well. Kate seems to be minimalist when it comes to jewelry, but it could be that she has limited access right now.