Queen's Diamond Jubilee
In 2012 Her Majesty the Queen will become only the second Monarch in British history to celebrate 60 years on the throne. Find out what is being planned to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee and how you can take part.
Individuals and communities are invited to mark the Queen's historic Diamond Jubilee in a number of different ways. National celebrations will centre on an extended Bank Holiday weekend between Saturday 2 and Tuesday 5 June 2012. During this time thousands of celebrations will take place in Nottinghamshire and around the rest of the UK.
Our Jubilee event
Diamond Jubilee Picnic at the Flicks
A triple bill of family friendly movies will be screened at Rushcliffe Country Park, Ruddington on Monday 4 June, 3pm – 11pm
Admission free
3pm - The Princess and The Frog (U Rated)
An unforgettable fairy tale filled with music, humour and heart where two frogs - along with the help of a 197-year-old voodoo priestess, a love-sick Cajun firefly, and a trumpet-playing alligator - discover that what they want isn't as important as what they need.
5pm - The Muppets (U Rated)
When three Muppet fans learn that Tex Richman wants to drill under the Muppet Theatre for oil, Gary, Mary and Walter set out to find the Muppets who have been split up for years so that they can put on one last show. Starring Jason Segal and Amy Adams, plus a cast of Muppet favourites including Miss Piggy, Kermit, Gonzo and Fozzy.
8pm - Super 8 (12 A Rated)
In the summer of 1979, a group of friends in a small Ohio town witness a catastrophic train crash while making a super 8 movie and soon suspect that it was not an accident. Shortly after, unusual disappearances and inexplicable events begin to take place in town, and the local Deputy tries to uncover the truth - something more terrifying than any of them could have imagined. Visually stunning sci-fi blockbuster from JJ Abrams.
The day will culminate with a Diamond Jubilee Beacon lighting ceremony led by the Mayor of Rushcliffe at 10.15pm. Don’t forget to bring a picnic, something to sit on and a torch for night time. Drinks and snacks will be available from vending units and a licensed bar.
Community events
The following events are have been planned to celebrate the jubilee.
If you would like to have your event included on this page and the events calendar please complete the online events form.
Bingham:
- Saturday 2 June - Diamond Jubilee Tea at the Buttercross 2pm - 4.30pm
- Monday 4 June - Lighting of the Diamond Jubilee Beacon. Butt Field Sports Ground 7pm - 10pm
Radcliffe on Trent
- Thursday 31 May - Jubilee Tea and Concert. Grange Hall 2.15pm
- Thursday 31 May - Radcliffe on Trents got history. Grange Hall 7pm
- Saturday 2 June - Jubilee Concert with Queen 2. Grange Hall 7pm Tickets £12
- Sunday 3 June - Picnic in the park. Grange Hall 12noon - 5pm
Whatton and Ashlocton:
West Bridgford:
Over 50 street parties have been planned to take place across the Borough throughout the Jubilee weekend including locations in West Bridgford, Bingham, East Leake, Barton in Fabis, Normanton on the Wolds, Bunny, Hickling, Tollerton, Keyworth, Rempstone, Upper Broughton, Granby, Shelford, Kingston on Soar, Radcliffe on Trent, Cotgrave, Gamston and Clipstone on the Wolds. Look out for an event taking place near you soon.
Queen's Diamond Jubilee
The Big Jubilee Lunch
On Sunday 3 June neighbourhood street parties are encouraged to be planned as part of The Big Jubilee Lunch. Visit the Big Jubilee Lunch website for information and free resources or call 0845 850 8181
Please note: If you need to close a road to host your street party you will need to notify Nottinghamshire County Council so that the appropriate permits can be put into place. Further information can be found in Nottingham’s County Council’s Street parties guidance .
Jubilee Beacons
On Monday 4June 2,012 fire beacons will be lit across the country, including officially registered sites in Rushcliffe at Ruddington, Bingham, Cropwell Bishop, Holme Pierrepont, Stanton on the Wolds, Shelford and Orston. Visit the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Beacon’s website to find out more about hosting an event in your town or village and to obtain and official registration form. Our Jubilee Beacons Organiser Guide should also help you with the planning process.
Further help and advice
Please telephone 0115 981 9911 or email arts@rushcliffe.gov.uk. Rushcliffe Borough Council's Event Planning A-Z Guide may also help with general enquiries.
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