Throw your own Jubilee party

From planning your party to freezing leftovers, we have countless tips on how to make your Jubilee bash a success.

Getting started...

planning Whether you're throwing a party for five or 50, make sure you've nailed the logistics and memorised the menu with our top tips. Lacking in Union Jack merchandise? It's not too late to gather up last minute goodies to set the scene.

Get ahead...

Summer sandwiches recipe You want to enjoy your hard work as much as your guests so don't leave everything until the last minute. Make ahead our freezable favourites and bring out on the day in 'hereâs one I made earlier' style. Worried you'll get stuck with leftovers? Make sure you know what will keep and what won't with our freezing tips.

Pile plates high...

Diamond cupcakes recipe Preparing to serve a crowd can be a daunting task but having an array of fail-safe favourites to hand can take the pressure off. Make up batches of our party pleasers - all ready in under 30 minutes and sure to be snapped up just as fast.

Show-off centrepiece...

Every trestle table needs a centrepiece, and we have several show-stoppers to choose from. Show your patriotic side with our fruity flag traybake and royal cherry trifle or get creative with stacks of celebration cupcakes and homemade edible bunting.