His Majesty King Charles III’s Coronation

The Coronation ceremony to mark His Majesty King Charles III’s ascension to the throne will take place at Westminster Abbey in London on Saturday 6 May 2023.

The Coronation ceremony will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury.

The Ceremony will see His Majesty King Charles III crowned alongside The Queen Consort.

An extra bank holiday will take place across the UK to mark the coronation of King Charles III and it will fall on Monday 8 May 2023, two days after the ceremony at Westminster Abbey.

The bank holiday will provide an opportunity for communities and people throughout the United Kingdom to come together to celebrate the Coronation.

Planning on having a street party?

You will need to apply to Nottinghamshire County Council (external link) to close your street/road to traffic by completing their application. More information is available of GOV.UK on how to organise a street party (external link).

Planned events

The Coronation Big Lunch

The Coronation Big Lunch, on 7 May, will encourage communities to come together, celebrate their connections and get to know each other better.

The Big Help Out

The Big Help Out, on 8 May, will provide an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of His Majesty’s service and showcase the impact of volunteering within communities.

More information is available on planned events (external link) for the Coronation of King Charles III.

 


Last Updated on Thursday, February 23, 2023