Hundreds of Reading residents were out in force yesterday (6/5) to celebrate King Charles III Coronation.

In true British fashion, despite the rain and colder than normal temperatures, street parties across the town still went ahead.

From doughnut eating competitions to 'pin the crown on the king' the different party ideas were fantastic.

A small community in the heart of Reading Town Centre stood out with their cobbled streets and live entertainment. The people of St John's Street and Eldon Place went above and beyond during the Coronation, pulling together as a community.

Both the local pub, 'The Retreat' and the corner shop pitched in to help with the entertainment and food.

The organiser of the event said: "This is such a tight knit community and everyone has come together to help prepare for the celebrations. It also doesn't help that we have the pub and local shop on our doorstep. We all look out for each other.

"Although it had to start a little later because of the weather we're expecting lots of people out today to enjoy fun and games."

Billy O'Dell, a resident on the street was given the oppertunity at the party to showcase his artwork which he will soon be taking to craft shows across Berkshire. 

As a thankyou, he gifted everyone with a poster of an animated King Charles for their game of pin the crown on the king.

The Reading Children's Festival also took place when it was opened by the Deputy Lord Lietuenent of Berkshire.

Although it wasn't as busy as a usual festival in Forbury Gardens, children and families said that they enjoyed the activities and entertainment featured on stage.

Another street that went all out for the Coronation was Wantage Road. The entire length of the road was closed off as residents set up various gazebos to highlight a different activity or food stand.

The youngest resident was Lea Vlastakis (5 months old), who was out enjoying the fun and games with Mum Joe.