RHYL crowned a weekend of Platinum Jubilee celebrations with a free event for the whole community.

Marking Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne, Rhyl Town Council put on a day of activities for the special occasion.

“Royal Rhyl” brought together a historical regal guest - a living statue of Queen Victoria – royal-themed crafts and activities, traditional seaside games and a red, white, and blue bubble maker.

The star of the show was the Sol Cinema, the world’s smallest picture house, powered entirely by the sun.

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The community event was the first for this year’s Rhyl mayor, Cllr Diane King.

She said: “We were determined to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with some special activities aimed at all the family.

“The free high street event offered something for everyone, bringing people together, which is what the Platinum weekend was all about.

“It has been heart-warming seeing people out and about in sunny Rhyl, enjoying what the town has to offer and spending time together.

“Over the next few months, there’s a lot happening here, with concerts, activities, and new developments, so it promises to be an exciting time locally.”

Also joining the fun was a team from the Sussex Street Christian Centre, who gathered special written messages from the people of Rhyl to be sent to the Queen.

The next free community event in Rhyl will be the Summer Starter, to be held on High Street on Saturday, July 30.

The event includes a special theatre performance featuring a desert island and giant lobster, music from “Elton Wrong” – a tribute to Elton John - and a whole host of other activities.

For more information, keep an eye on rhyltowncouncil.org.uk.