The Bradford district broke out the bunting for the wedding of Kate Middleton and Prince William.
Despite few formal applications for street parties in the run-up to the event, there were several celebrations across the area as the big day took shape in London.
There might only have been a smattering of people watching the televised event on the big screen in Centenary Square, but elsewhere parties were in full swing.
In Wibsey, about 100 people joined forces for a party to remember on Beechwood Drive. “It all started with me putting a few letters through people’s doors, asking if anyone wanted to do something for the Royal Wedding. It snowballed from there,” said organiser Rachel Terry.
Also in Wibsey, a medieval-style hog roast was held by residents in Bearcroft Court while neighbours in Thackley gathered at Weavers Croft to toast Prince William and his new bride.
Organiser Jo Temple said: “We’re having a meal outside – thankfully the weather has held out – and that will be followed by a presentation for the best costume in our royal fancy dress contest. We’ve got children’s games and a DJ, it’s a lovely community party.”
Over at St Matthew’s Church in Bankfoot, about 150 people attended a wedding-themed party.
Revellers were also having a royally good time at the Victoria Hotel in Sandy Lane, Bradford. The hotel was hosting a lively party complete with bouncy castles, fairground rides and games.
And in Clayton, a party was held outside the Friendship Centre in Tanton Walk, which was damaged by arsonists earlier this month.
In Cullingworth a street party got underway last night, with children’s games and a spectacular firework display planned. “Everyone’s bringing food along and we’re going to be toasting marshmallows around a campfire,” said organiser Annette Mitchell.
Bingo players at Mecca Bingo in Little Horton Lane, Bradford, were busy recording messages of congratulations to William and Kate as part of a day-long Royal Wedding extravaganza.
And bridal salon Elegance, of Scholes, near Cleckheaton, was converted into a church with seats set out like pews for more than 50 guests to watch the wedding.
You would be hard pressed to find a more quintessential British scene than The Grove in Ilkley, where more than 1,000 people attended a traditional street party. As the town crier announced the start of the celebrations, there was a cheer for the royal couple and everyone stood to sing the National Anthem.
The event, organised by Ilkley Parish Council, was attended by the Lord Mayor of Bradford Councillor Peter Hills. He said: “Street parties have been few and far between but this is a proper one. It’s good to see everyone making such an effort.”
At Ilkley Cricket Club, there was a cheer from flag-waving crowds gathered around TV screens as William and Catherine were married. Youngsters enjoyed three-legged, egg-and-spoon and sack races at the family day, organised by Abigail Bailey, in aid of the British Heart Foundation and to boost support for the Children’s Heart Surgery at Leeds General Infirmary.
Over in Skipton, huge crowds gathered in Union Jack bowler hats to watch the ceremony on a huge double-sided screen and flocked to the Canal Basin, where there were stalls, bridal veil and crown-making workshops and live music.
“Everyone’s in great spirits, I’m thrilled with the numbers,” said town centre manager Brett Butler.
At Silsden Sports Club, excitement mounted as the royals arrived at Westminster Abbey. There was a collective “aaahh” as the bride’s sister, Pippa Middleton, arrived with the bridesmaids.
In Calverley villagers took gazebos, picnic rugs and hampers to a party in the park.
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