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Thousands enjoy party in Hagley park as celebrations continue

Claire Caffrey Residents in the parkClaire Caffrey
Claire Caffrey (front left) said there was a great atmosphere in Hagley park, helped by the sunshine

Thousands of people have gathered in a park in Worcestershire to mark a second day of celebrations for King Charles III's Coronation.

The Party in the Park in Hagley had street food, live bands and a fair as well-wishers come together on Sunday.

Drier and warmer weather on lifted spirits after a damp day for the Coronation.

King Charles and Queen Camilla have thanked those that made the event a "glorious occasion".

Resident Claire Caffrey said it was wonderful to see so many people coming together in the park.

Music at Hagley park
Thousands of tickets have been sold for the event
Hagley park
The drier weather ensured people had a warmer day on Sunday

"The atmosphere and music - especially the Bhangra music - is great and everyone is enjoying themselves and getting in the party mood," she said.

In Pershore on Sunday, a picnic was organised in Abbey Park.

"...and yes, real life sunshine... even on a bank holiday," Whychavon Council tweeted.

Whychavon District Council Abbey ParkWhychavon District Council
A family-friendly picnic was organised in a park in Pershore

But Kelly Mills said she and her neighbours enjoyed organising a gathering on Saturday despite the wet weather.

The friends held a street party and did not let the rain stop the fun.

Kelly Mills HerefordKelly Mills
Kelly Mills said she and her neighbours got together in Hereford on Saturday
Kelly MIlls Kelly Mills and friendsKelly MIlls
The residents did not let the wet weather stop the party
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