Over the coronation weekend, Luton, Dunstable and the surrounding areas celebrated the historic crowning of His Majesty, King Charles III.
On Saturday (May 6), there was a colourful parade in St George’s Square, followed by a screening of the coronation on the big screen. Event organiser, Jane Malcolm from Luton Borough Council, said: "There's been loads of rain and we're all really wet, but there have been loads of smiles, the children have had such a fantastic time.”
She added: "There was such a sense of carnival as we walked down George Street - the children with the flags, really proud to represent Luton as a global town.”
Scroll through these pictures to see how people marked the special occasion:
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Here is a snapshot of just some of the weekend's festivities Photo: Tony Margiocchi and Joanna Cross
. Stalls all around
There were lots of stalls in Kensworth at the village fete Photo: Tony Margiocchi
. Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire
Susan Lusada joined children from St Mary's Church to plant an oak tree to celebrate the coronation Photo: Tony Margiocchi
. Kensworth dog show
At the fete, there was a dog show featuring a young handler with her golden Labrador Photo: Tony Margiocchi
. Cakes galore
Here is one of the stalls in the village at the weekend. Attendee Samantha Dadd said: “It was a nice, busy affair. There were lots of people there, it was a successful afternoon.” Photo: Joanna Cross Photography
. Durham Road
Street party organiser, Rosemary said: "It was a beautiful day and lots of residents and visitors came together for a fun afternoon with games for the children and lots of food. The food was representative of the many different cultures in our road." She added: "We spoke to neighbours new and old and discovered more about the other people who live in our area. A great time was had by all. Photo: Rosemary Stipta
. Patriotic
The town hall was decked out in Union flags for the occasion Photo: Tony Margiocchi
. Dressed to impress
These boys donned homemade costumes and held flags for the parade Photo: Tony Margiocchi
1. Stalls all around
There were lots of stalls in Kensworth at the village fete Photo: Tony Margiocchi
2. Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire
Susan Lusada joined children from St Mary's Church to plant an oak tree to celebrate the coronation Photo: Tony Margiocchi
3. Kensworth dog show
At the fete, there was a dog show featuring a young handler with her golden Labrador Photo: Tony Margiocchi
4. Cakes galore
Here is one of the stalls in the village at the weekend. Attendee Samantha Dadd said: “It was a nice, busy affair. There were lots of people there, it was a successful afternoon.” Photo: Joanna Cross Photography