A spectacular fireworks display illuminated the June night over Humber Bridge as lighthouses were lit around the region in honor of the Queen.
The exhibition followed an evening of festivities as a flotilla of 70 ships sailed up the Humber. Beacons were then lit around the region while Deep was lit in purple while a beeper played to mark the anniversary.
In the past, a Battle of Britain Spitfire and a hurricane have flown over Hull’s waterfront, and thousands were thrilled to see the event. The events started with four days of festivities, with street parties and free events planned in Hull and across East Yorkshire.
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Anniversary parties showed up throughout East Yorkshire to start four-day festivities on Thursday. Thousands of people gathered in Hessle and at Hull Marina for large celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum anniversary.
They saw the amazing sight of a fly passing by two historic Spitfires before a flotilla of 70 ships set off from the Marina to the Humber Bridge. Elsewhere, communities held street parties throughout the region, the first of dozens to be held over the next few days.
(Photo: Donna Clifford)
In Victoria Avenue, West Hull, which was closed to traffic, families sowed themselves in the sunshine and enjoyed a bouncy castle, entertainment and anniversary-like refreshments. At 9.45pm, dozens of beacons were lit to mark the anniversary, including in Hull, Hessle and in towns and villages across East Riding.
Peter Robinson and Anne Mawer, 63, arrived in Hessle to see the Humber Flotilla, but found themselves at a street party. “We were not aware that this gala was underway, but we are looking forward to the flotilla,” Peter said.
Anne added: “I remember I had a tea party for the silver anniversary years ago. The boats must be good.”
Tanya Ferguson, 49, enjoyed the party with Daisy, 14. “We are really looking forward to it. We saw the last anniversary flotilla at Ferriby, but we have come down here to get a better view this time, “said Tanya.” The gala is also fantastic, there is a wonderful family atmosphere. “
Ryan Coggin, 41, said: “This is the first time we’re coming to one of these and we’re really looking forward to it. The gala has been fantastic and the band sounds really good. We also have an anniversary party tomorrow so we had to party all weekend! ”
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