A new research study reveals the ‘top 10’ street party faux pas voted by residents in London ahead of the Platinum Jubilee, when nearly a quarter (23%)* of locals are planning to attend a street party to celebrate over the bank holiday weekend.

The research commissioned by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. found not helping to clear up (29%), letting the kids and animals run riot (27%) and having one too many tipples (25%) are the ‘top 3’ faux pas when hosting or attending a street party during the Platinum Jubilee. Other things to avoid include not minding your language (18%), gossiping about neighbours (25%) and bringing uninvited guests (17%).

‘Top 10’ Street Party Faux Pas Voted by Londoners

Not helping to clear up – 29%
Letting the children or animals run riot – 27%
Drinking too much alcohol – 25%
Gossiping about neighbours – 25%
Saying food is bad / cold to those at the street party – 22%
Creating a seating plan that divides households – 20%
Not minding your language – 18%
Not pretending to enjoy every dish your neighbours have made – even the horrid ones – 18%
Bringing uninvited guests – 17%
Not bringing at least 1x dish with you – 16%