THE BOROUGH'S streets were awash with bunting and union jacks as hundreds of people gathered to toast the new and Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on Friday.
In scenes not repeated since celebrations of Prince Charles and Lady Diana's wedding in 1981, neighbours came together to enjoy food, drink and party games in honour of the special day.
In Hillingdon, nearly 40 streets were closed to traffic as residents set up barbecues, baked cakes and dusted off the karaoke machines.
Crowds of people attended Manor Farm, Bury Street, Ruislip where they enjoyed a free wedding breakfast of sausage and bacon rolls, followed by a hog roast lunch once the nuptials were finished.
At Bell Farm Christian Centre, West Drayton, around 60 seniors gathered to watch the ceremony, followed by music and dancing.
A number of businesses, including Argos in Cowley and Funky Flowers in West Drayton, donated goods on the day as wells as users of the centre and their families.
Organiser Donna Rall said: "It went fantastically, it was hard work and all the staff worked really hard. We have had a lot of positive feedback."
Ahmadiyya Muslim Association of Hayes and Hillingdon held a street barbecue party at Hillingdon Community Centre, Royal Lane, Hillingdon.
Nearly 200 people enjoyed a spread of Asian and English food while youngsters played on a bouncy castle.
The association said: "Overall it was it was good fun and a chance to bring the community together."
Residents between one and 17 Mount Pleasant, Ruislip, also gathered together for an outdoor party and raised a glass to the happy couple and in Lichfield Road, Northwood Hills, more than 100 people shared food and drink during a good-natured afternoon.
Hayes Town Chapel held a party in their car park in St Mary's Road, Hayes.
Gatherers enjoyed a very British tea of sandwiches, cream cakes and scones as well as lots of fun and games.
Secretary John Lodge said: "It was a very enjoyable time and made the day very special, with lasting memories."
In Croxley Green, the residents of Durrants Drive held a massive street party for more than 100 people.
Adults and children turned out wearing red, white and blue and took part in a fun-packed day of games, competitions and races, followed by a live band.
Residents were challenged to decorate their houses and top prize was scooped by the occupants of number 76, who created life sized replicas of William and Kate.
Event Coordinator Sarah Arnold said: "Young and old were all invited and now it has really brought everyone together and there seems to be a lot more community spirit around."
