CROWDS enjoyed a special beacon lighting to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee in Malmesbury last night, Thursday.

The Beacon - lit at Cuckingstoo Mead - was among one of thousands being lit across the UK and the Commonwealth.

Read here to see pictures of the celebrations in Cirencester. 

Celebrations also took place in Fairford. 

The lighting took place at around 9.45pm with refreshments included and a live band. 

A community Jubilee Picnic will take place in Cloister Gardens, Malmesbury on Sunday, June 5 at 12.30pm.

Click the above gallery to see the pictures.

All images submitted by Ben Thornbury.