It has been described as the most important British dress design of the 20th century and the gown that Queen Elizabeth II wore at her Coronation, on June 2nd 1953, has its own place in history. The work of Sir Norman Hartnell, created in partnership by the Monarch, it has become one of the most emblematic outfits of the House of Windsor.
This was arguably the most important commission of Sir…
Seventy years ago this spring, a young princess left her palace to marry a handsome heir to a throne. Their families had helped ensure the couple said ‘I do’ while royalty from around the continent gathered to see them exchange vows. It was a pattern followed by…
Service to others at the heart of the Liturgy for the Coronation of King Charles III
29th April 2023
The Liturgy for the Coronation of King Charles III is focused on service to others.
The new liturgy, commissioned by the Archbishop of Canterbury, reflects The King’s commitment to serve others. It is also inspired by the decades of public service given by Charles…
For the first time ever, female bishops will take part in a Coronation service.
Three of the UK’s highest ranking clerics will play integral parts in the ceremony on May 6th which will see King Charles III and Queen Camilla crowned.
The Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullaly, Bishop of London will have a leading role. So, too, will the Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, Bishop of Dover and…
Queen Camilla will wear a Robe of Estate covered with symbolism for the Coronation.
Her Majesty has chosen floral motifs for her new robe as a reflection of her own and The King’s long held interest in the environment and the natural world. The emblems have been…
King Charles III will wear the Robe of State and Robe of Estate belonging to his grandfather at his Coronation.
His Majesty will use the same robes worn by George VI at his own Coronation in 1937. The decision is a nod to his beloved grandfather – The King was…
A Coronation of all faiths - how different religions have been brought into the service for the first time
29th April 2023
For much of his long tenure as heir to the throne, it was said that King Charles always wanted to be a defender of faith rather than of ‘the faith’. And although his ancient title hasn’t changed, his Coronation will, for the first time in 1,000 years, see active involvements from members of religions other than Christianity.
The Coronation Liturgy includes people of many…
Queen Camilla will arrive to be crowned in the same Robe of State used by Queen Elizabeth II at the 1953 Coronation.
Her Majesty has chosen to wear the crimson robe for the start of the ceremony, in keeping with The King’s desire for as much of the event to be…
The Crown Jewels will be going on tour after the Coronation – in a rather unusual form.
An immersive light and music show will project the famous gems on to the sides of landmarks around the UK.
The spectacle starts at the Tower of London this autumn and will…
Around 100,000 people are expected to gather together to watch the Coronation on giant screens around the UK.
With just a week to go until King Charles III and Queen Camilla are crowned at Westminster Abbey, screens are being put up in 57 locations.
One of them will be at the Eurovision Village on the Pier at Liverpool, the setting for the Song Contest just days later. It got the royal nod…
