It's the Queen's Platinum Jubilee bank holiday - and people across the world have flooded the gates of Buckingham Palace to celebrate. 

With the Union Jack Flying high and large crowds of excited people - we know this Jubilee is going to be one for the history books. 

The News Shopper headed to Buckingham Palace on Wednesday, June 1, ahead of Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubulee. 

Below are a selection of pretty great shots taken of the iconic Palace:

Crowds of people swarm the gates of Buckingham Palace

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Buckingham Palace with Union Jack flags flying high on The Mall 

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Camera crews filimg the surrounding area of Buckingham Palace

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Tents and decorations across the sidewalk leading to Buckingham Palace

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Jubilee attendes celebrating the four day bank holiday

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Home secretary Priti Patel and police officers

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Queen's Jubilee signage

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Reporter Poppy with background of Buckingham Palace

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TALK TV studios hosting games with members of the public at Green Park

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Groups of people relax on the green next to Buckingham Palace

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