Only in England

Chris, in the straw hat, is my oldest friend, I've known him as a friend and colleague for over 50 years. A couple of years ago he lost all his sense of balance and can no longer live at home, instead he lives a rather nice old mansion which has been transformed into a residential home. The staff invited families and friends to organise mini garden parties to celebrate the Jubilee. Apart from Mrs T and one other friend of nearly 50 years, this is Chris and about half of his family. To prove that weather doesn't deter the English, in another gazebo, just out of shot, a brass band was playing.