IN PICTURES: How Llanidloes marked the Platinum Jubilee

Rain and wind didn’t put a dampener on the occasion which saw residents gather together to celebrate The Queen's 70 years on the throne.

Jane Owen, organiser, said: "The biggest thank you is reserved for the community and of Llanidloes: for turning out in full measure when the sun shone and all those who dressed up ready to brave the wind and rain; for baking cakes and dishes for the table; for dancing on the street to well past 7pm; for just being there and smiling and chatting. Thank goodness for the weather: for finally shedding the rain midday and shining through for a warmer afternoon.

"We were a very small committee who worked hard to make this happen. Thank you to Angela Swindell and Graham Davies. Thank you for the support of all of our families whilst we fully immersed ourselves in organising this event."

The street party on Saturday afternoon was a hive of festivity with tables lining the length of Great Oak Street.

The entertainment was provided throughout the afternoon by local musicians with highlights from the energetic cheerleaders, a War Mime and singing from The Young Farmers. While the Platinum Jubilee Olympics was held in Bethel Street, local artist Osian Gwent won the best dressed window display competition and received the Carnival Shield for his bigger than life portrait of The Queen.

Jane added: "All of this wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the local people and businesses. Thank you for all those businesses and market holders that stayed open throughout the day."

The Queen has said she remains “committed to serving” the nation to “the best of my ability”, after she appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on Sunday at the end of her Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

The 96-year-old monarch was absent for much of the extended Bank Holiday weekend events, after finding the first day enjoyable but tiring, and in a message of thanks acknowledged this but said her “heart” had been with well-wishers.