HUNDREDS of adults and children alike were treated to sunshine as they celebrated at a Queen’s jubilee picnic.
Held at the Royal Pavilion gardens in Brighton, the public were encouraged to bring their own food and drinks and partake in the platinum jubilee festivities.
The event, titled Our Royal Picnic, was a collaborative effort between Brighton and Hove City Council and the Brighton Fringe festival.
Sally Arnold said she and her family travelled from Shoreham to attend the picnic.
The mother-of-two said while not massive royalists, "it's hard not to love the Queen".
"Thankfully the sun has come out, the kids are playing and there is live music too which is a bonus. What a day to be in Brighton," she said.
"We like the Queen - who doesn't. We're just here to have a nice family day out."
The family-friendly event had a range of activities on offer, including performances from Head First Acrobats, local cellist Robin Sparrow, juggler Richard Filby and Mr Pineapplehead.
Glen, a Union Jack flag seller at the picnic, said trade had stepped up significantly on Saturday.
“I’ve been here the last three or so days, but today [Saturday] is the only day I’ve made much money. People are going for it today,” he said.
“And I will give a homeless charity a donation from any money I make from across the whole long weekend.
“I’ve been up to various royal weddings. I’m not a die-hard royalist, but I love them all the same.
“I’ve never met a royal, but I’d love to. It would be a good experience.”
Grace Tomlinson said she viewed the event as an opportunity to “get out and about” with her friends.
Like many others, the 19-year-old spent the day in the gardens enjoying a glass of bubbly.
The Royal Pavilion will also be illuminated in purple and platinum over the weekend in celebration of Her Majesty’s 70 years on the throne.
Hedley Swain, chief executive of the Royal Pavilion Trust, said: “We are really thrilled to be celebrating the Platinum Jubilee by lighting up the Royal Pavilion in royal colours.
“We are hosting a Platinum Jubilee picnic in the Royal Pavilion Garden on Saturday, we are looking forward to welcoming lots of people coming along to enjoy a lovely day in the garden.
“We wish the Queen a wonderful jubilee.”
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