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How the Queen celebrated her 90th birthday

Ringing in her huge milestone, Queen Elizabeth II opted to be with her people on her big day.
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Taking part in a walkabout, Her Majesty was greeted by thousands of adoring fans, who had lined the streets of Windsor to wish her a very happy 90th birthday.

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Our very own Erin Holohan was lucky enough to be at Windsor for the landmark occasion.

Describing it as an electric day, she waited alongside fellow eager fans, in the hopes to wish the Queen a happy ninetieth.

Speaking to some of the well-wishers, Erin was told some had lined up outside Windsor Castle from as early as three or four in the morning on Thursday, with some sleeping out overnight, just in hopes to catch a glimpse of Her Majesty on the special day.

Erin was delighted to catch a glimpse of Britainโ€™s longest-serving monarch.

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At 11:30am, the band arrived, playing a beautiful rendition of Amazing Grace.

Donning what can only be described as a majestic lime green statement-making outfit, the 90-year-old wore a Angela Kelly design completed with her favourite pin โ€” the star diamond brooch, gifted to her in 1981.

Elizabeth was driven to the top of Castle Hill where she stepped out of her car to be greeted by loud cheers from the crowd.

Joined by her husband-of-68-years, Prince Phillip, Her Majesty waved at her biggest fans before going on a short walk and then launching a new walkway in her honour.

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Charles greets his โ€œmummyโ€.

Of course, no birthday would be complete without cake.

Joined by fellow 90 year olds from around the country, the royal cut her very own birthday cake.

Later that day the royal birthday girl attended a beacon lighting ceremony.

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Joining them was the coupleโ€™s eldest Prince Charles and his wife Duchess Camilla.

The Queen was delighted by the turnout.

Following the short engagement, the Queen headed home to Windsor Castle, where she was believed to be having a private dinner with 71 guests, including 30 members of the royal family,

No doubt sheโ€™ll be treated to some more cake!

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Find out what the Queen loves to eat right here

For the full coverage of the Queenโ€™s 90th head here

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Queen Elizabeth has marked her 90th birthday with a series of new portraits and engagements across Windsor
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