On June 11 celebrations will be held all over the county to celebrate the official 90th birthday of the Queen.

Cumbria County Council is calling on everyone to get involved and paint the town red, white and blue - with all communities celebrating the day together. 

It's hoped that the parties will recall the widespread festivities which took place across Cumbria in 1977 to commemorate the Queen's Silver Jubilee and 51st birthday.

The events back then saw hundreds of roads closed, bunting stretching from house to house across the streets, live music and delicious food being shared.

Now is your chance to get involved all over again, or even to get involved for the very first time. 

To make it easier we've put together this handy guide of hints and tips for throwing a great street party. 

Don't forget to use the hashtag <font color=blue> #CumbriaHMQ90 </font> to share your plans and photos from the day.

You can also have a go at our fun quiz below and find out how much you really know about the Queen! 

How well do you really know the Queen?
It's the Queen's official birthday this June, but how well do you really know her? Take our quiz and find out!
At what age did the Queen marry Prince Phillip?
18
21
25
30
Which song from a musical is reportedly one of the Queen's all time favourites?
America (West Side Story)
You Can't Stop The Beat (Hairspray)
People Will Say We’re in Love (Oklahoma)
Sweet Transvestite (Rocky Horror Show)
Which Roald Dahl book features Queen Elizabeth II as a character?
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Fantastic Mr Fox
The Twits
The BFG
Which cult 90s TV show was Queen Elizabeth II apparently a fan of?
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Twin Peaks
The X-Files
Saved by the Bell
Which new innovation did the Queen test out in 1976?
Email
Mobile phone
Computer game
Sat Nav
Why did the Queen visit Carlisle in 1978?
To deliver a special birthday message to a 100 year old resident
To watch the Rolling Stones perform at the ABC Theatre
To present Maundy money at the cathedral
As part of her Jubilee tour
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