DISTINGUISHED members of the borough have been invited to dine with royalty as part of The Queen's Golden Jubilee celebrations.

This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is open to News Shopper readers who were born on Her Majesty's Accession Day.

A massive Garden Party will be held at by The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace and some of those born on February 6, 1952, will be among the guests.

Anyone eligible will be asked to apply in writing and the lucky few will be selected in a ballot. The dinner guests, who must be British subjects, will also be allowed to take a companion to the lavish function.

For information about how to apply, call Richard Simcox at the News Shopper on 01689 885705 or email rsimcox@london.newsquest.co.uk