Following the sad passing of Prince Philip, Prince Charles has inherited his father’s Duke of Edinburgh title.
Philip’s death led to floods of our readers sending in their favourite memories and touching tributes.
The emotional funeral – screened internationally on television – took place last weekend and Charles is now the patriarch of the royal family.
We have delved into the archive to find some eye-catching photographs of south Essex residents celebrating Charles and Diana’s wedding in July 1981.
The wedding may have taken place at St Paul’s Cathedral, but the feelgood factor certainly made its way to Southend, Basildon and Canvey as our photographs show a string of fun-filled street parties were held on the south Essex streets.
Dressing up for Diana and Charles - youngsters got into the spirit of things
Patriotic - this couple got kitted out in Union Jack gear to celebrate the big day
Celebrating - children loving the chance to hold a party outside in the August heat
Slice - youngsters cut a celebratory cake at a party
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- IN PICTURES: When the Queen and other members of the Royal Family headed to south Essex
Coming together - children are all smiles on the big day in July 1981
Say cheese - south Essex residents smile for our photographer while they enjoy a day in the sun
Cheers - members of the community raise a toast to Charles and Diana on the big day
Waving to well-wishers - Prince Charles and Princess Diana on the Buckingham Palace balcony after their wedding
Side-by-side - Prince Charles and Prince Philip
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