Today marks 10 years since Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot in a much-anticipated Royal wedding - and the big day was celebrated in style in south Essex.
Kate married into the Royal family on April 29, 2011, with close to 2,000 people cramming in to Westminster Abbey to witness the ceremony.
Across the globe, two billion people tuned into the television coverage of the big day.
The wedding sparked celebratory scenes in locations such as Southend, Basildon and Canvey.
Kind - St George's Pre-School pupils made a card for William and Kate to congratulate them on getting married
We have delved into our archive to rediscover some snaps of how our communities got involved in the festivities.
School pupils were involved in a mock wedding and created a special card, while teachers donned masks.
Scroll down to see some eye-catching photographs of the big day.
Masked - Briscoe Primary School headteacher Diane Pilgrim and deputy headteacher Ian Lucas got into character
United - youngsters Briany Knevett and Charlie Craig posed as a bride and groom in a mock wedding
Present - Michael Wise presents Prince Charles with a wedding gift for Prince William and Kate
Read more:
- When south Essex street parties were held to celebrate Charles and Diana’s wedding
- When Prince Henry was met by Rayleigh crowds for opening of A127
Cardboard cut-out - a Royal wedding street party at Van Diemens Pass, Canvey
Limited edition - Hazle's Pottery Barn owner Hazle Boyles made special William and Kate plaques
The big day - Prince William and Kate Middleton with her father Michael Middleton at Westminster Abbey
Tying the knot - Briany Knevett and Charlie Craig
Heading inside - Kate Middleton is accompanied by her father Michael and sister Pippa after arriving at Westminster Abbey
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