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Sonnart 03-05-2012 17:36
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
Oh :( I'm a bit gutted I can't go.

I'm not a royalist or anything, but it would be interesting. I suppose it will be on the news and stuff. Anyone know if there are any other reasons for her visiting other than to "express her thanks to people throughout the country for their continued support and loyalty."? Anything special happening in Accy around that time or is it just a random date for her to visit?

Sonnart

lancsdave 03-05-2012 17:37
She became Queen the minute her Dad died in 1952
 
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Originally Posted by mobertol (Post 989151)
Took the following photo recently in Dacre village in the Lakes -it's a commemorative Coronation bench.

Just a thought, if she wasn't crowned officially until June 1953, is it really her Diamond jubilee this year or should it be held next year?:rolleyes::D


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lancsdave 03-05-2012 17:39
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susie123 03-05-2012 17:42
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by mobertol (Post 989151)
Took the following photo recently in Dacre village in the Lakes -it's a commemorative Coronation bench.

Just a thought, if she wasn't crowned officially until June 1953, is it really her Diamond jubilee this year or should it be held next year?:rolleyes::D
In my role as natural corrector though not Tippex this time ;), that would be the jubilee of her coronation - this year is the jubilee of her accession - 60 years on the throne.

From Wikipedia: The coronation usually takes place several months after the death of the previous monarch, as it is considered a joyous occasion that would be inappropriate when mourning still continues. This also gives planners enough time to complete the elaborate arrangements required. For example, Elizabeth II was crowned on 2 June 1953, despite having ascended the throne on 6 February 1952, the instant her father died. The throne is not left vacant and the new monarch succeeds the old one immediately.

Here endeth the lesson... :):rolleyes:

mobertol 03-05-2012 17:46
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by susie123 (Post 989165)
In my role as natural corrector though not Tippex this time ;), that would be the jubilee of her coronation - this year is the jubilee of her accession - 60 years on the throne.

From Wikipedia: The coronation usually takes place several months after the death of the previous monarch, as it is considered a joyous occasion that would be inappropriate when mourning still continues. This also gives planners enough time to complete the elaborate arrangements required. For example, Elizabeth II was crowned on 2 June 1953, despite having ascended the throne on 6 February 1952, the instant her father died. The throne is not left vacant and the new monarch succeeds the old one immediately.

Here endeth the lesson... :):rolleyes:
Does that mean she might be back next year too? :D

I wonder if she'll send herself an ofiicial letter of congratulations -my mum sent off for one for my grandparents diamond anniversary...she could always get one of her ladies in waiting to sign it.;)

lancsdave 03-05-2012 17:47
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by susie123 (Post 989165)
In my role as natural corrector though not Tippex this time ;), that would be the jubilee of her coronation - this year is the jubilee of her accession - 60 years on the throne.

From Wikipedia: The coronation usually takes place several months after the death of the previous monarch, as it is considered a joyous occasion that would be inappropriate when mourning still continues. This also gives planners enough time to complete the elaborate arrangements required. For example, Elizabeth II was crowned on 2 June 1953, despite having ascended the throne on 6 February 1952, the instant her father died. The throne is not left vacant and the new monarch succeeds the old one immediately.

Here endeth the lesson... :):rolleyes:
Thats what I was trying to say before but stupid phone played up.

She became Queen the minute her Dad died

jaysay 03-05-2012 17:47
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by mobertol (Post 989151)
Took the following photo recently in Dacre village in the Lakes -it's a commemorative Coronation bench.

Just a thought, if she wasn't crowned officially until June 1953, is it really her Diamond jubilee this year or should it be held next year?:rolleyes::D
They might move it to outside the Market Hall just for the day:rolleyes::D

lancsdave 03-05-2012 17:48
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by Sonnart (Post 989161)
Oh :( I'm a bit gutted I can't go.

I'm not a royalist or anything, but it would be interesting. I suppose it will be on the news and stuff. Anyone know if there are any other reasons for her visiting other than to "express her thanks to people throughout the country for their continued support and loyalty."? Anything special happening in Accy around that time or is it just a random date for her to visit?

Sonnart
It is possible a shop or business in Accrington is not closing down that day, indeed an occasion fit for Royalty these days :0

jaysay 03-05-2012 17:49
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Having problems with your mobile device Dave:D

mobertol 03-05-2012 17:57
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by jaysay (Post 989171)
They might move it to outside the Market Hall just for the day:rolleyes::D
Good idea, Jay.

It is a particularly nice one and quite sturdy, if in need of a lick of paint...

Perhaps if it was shipped down quickly enough, Her Maj might be tempted to rest her weary royal limbs on it for a moment so she could fully enjoy the beauty of Accrington's Market Hall and Town Hall and the flower towers:D

She might even meet some Accywebbers -is no-one thinking of sending a delegation?

Wynonie Harris 03-05-2012 18:01
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Perhaps if it was shipped down quickly enough, Her Maj might be tempted to rest her weary royal limbs on it for a moment so she could fully enjoy the beauty of Accrington's Market Hall and Town Hall and the flower towers:D
...as long as she doesn't mind sharing it with a few alkis and smackheads.

lancsdave 03-05-2012 18:07
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by Wynonie Harris (Post 989186)
...as long as she doesn't mind sharing it with a few alkis and smackheads.
I have a funny feeling the police might do their job that day and sort them out before they create havoc :rolleyes:

jaysay 03-05-2012 18:08
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by lancsdave (Post 989189)
I have a funny feeling the police might do their job that day and sort them out before they create havoc :rolleyes:
You don't mean they don't care normally Dave:eek::rolleyes::D

cashman 03-05-2012 18:09
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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Originally Posted by lancsdave (Post 989172)
It is possible a shop or business in Accrington is not closing down that day, indeed an occasion fit for Royalty these days :0
When yeh printing the "Lizzie Was Here" T-Shirts dave?:D

lancsdave 03-05-2012 18:10
Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
 
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When yeh printing the "Lizzie Was Here" T-Shirts dave?:D
Her Majesty to you peasant :D


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