Schools marked the occasion on Friday with a host of events also taking place across town on Saturday.
Here is our first collection of local photos for you to admire.
More will follow on Sunday.
1. Got the T-shirt
Freddie Andrews waits to go down the slide at the Coronation party at the Seaton Carew Domes. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
2. King for a day
Lynnfield Primary School even had their own king for a day. Photo: Frank Reid
3. All smiles
Throston Primary School pupils at their Coronation party. Photo: Other 3rd Party
4. Cuddling up
Isla Llyones gets cuddles from Valerie Evans, left, and Jessika Gott at the Trentbrooke Avenue Coronation party. Photo: Frank Reid
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