Queen's got a bling barge for Jubilee

THIS is the swanky vessel that will carry the Queen as she barges down the Thames to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee next year.

An artist's impression released today reveals a stately craft covered in gold and royal livery.

Her Maj, 85, will take part in a spectacular River Thames pageant to mark 60 years on the throne when a 1,000-strong flotilla will recreate scenes on June 3 not seen on the Thames for centuries.

The 210ft design is based on the lavishly decorated royal barges of the 17th and 18th Centuries and will boast the Queen's cipher - EIIR – on the bow.

The Queen will sit alongside Prince Philip on the top deck in ornate chairs under a gold canopy surrounded by other royals.     More Read