Now residents are starting to plan celebrations for this summer’s events, with six applications to hold street parties already registered.
Sutton Council has also announced that it is slashing red tape to make it easier for residents to break out the bunting and celebrate with neighbours.
It is waiving road closure and application fees, which usually cost £25, while organisers of events can also apply for a £50 voucher to help pay for refreshments.
Cllr. Ruth Dombey, Deputy Leader of Sutton Council, said: “Last year saw neighbours come together for some really lovely events that will be remembered for years to come. With two big occasions within 100 days, this year is even more special and we want the borough to beat last year’s record.
“We want to make it as easy as possible for residents to hold street parties, so we’ve slashed red tape and can provide vouchers to help pay for refreshments. The Olympics and the Diamond Jubilee are the perfect opportunity to bring communities together, meet your neighbours and make new friends, so I’d urge everyone to think about taking their celebrations to the streets.”
To hold a street party over the Diamond Jubilee weekend, Saturday 2 June to Tuesday 5 June, road closure applications need to be made to the council by Friday 4 May. The deadline to apply for a £50 voucher is 15 March.
To apply, fill out the one page form at www.sutton.gov.uk/summerfestival and email it to trafficpostbook@sutton.gov.uk. The form to apply for the voucher can also be found there.
A Sutton Street Party from times past
Sutton is on track to be crowned London’s street party capital as patriotic and enthusiastic residents line up to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics.