After slowly advancing down the central nave of Westminster Abbey carried by an extraordinarily diverse list of people, the Regalia was presented to King Charles III, officially making him King.
The Regalia are the objects that symbolise the powers of the King. They were carried down the aisle, laid on the Main Altar (or held up high, in the case of the Sword of State), and then presented…
The crowds want more! A surprise encore for Buckingham Palace balcony appearance that sealed historic Coronation day
7th May 2023
It was the crowning moment of a historic day when the Royal Family appeared on the balcony to greet the cheering crowds gathered below Buckingham Palace.
Despite the rain that dampened the celebration, thousands came out from the two sides of The Mall and, walking…
It was one of the most awaited sights since Buckingham Palace announced on 4 April that Prince George would play such a special role on his grandfather’s big day.Â
The 9-year-old Prince was selected to be among the four Pages of Honour to His Majesty the King, a role…
The King promotes inclusivity and diversity as he recites and signs Coronation Oaths (with no leaky pens in sight!)
7th May 2023
It was one of the central moments of the Coronation ceremony and also one of the few instances where traditions were adapted to include the wishes of the King for a more inclusive vision of the monarchy and his role.
And so it was that, shortly past 11:20 am London time, the Archbishop of Canterbury began administrating the Oaths to King Charles III. Yes, oaths, plural: the King had to…
Prince William chose to wear a profoundly significant uniform in his most significant act as Prince of Wales.
At the Coronation of his father, King Charles III, the Prince of Wales was the only one with a role: he kneeled in front of the King and swore to be his…
An unexpected star at the Coronation - how the Lord President of the Council made her mark on history
6th May 2023
In September 2022, she proclaimed the end of an historic reign and the start of a new one. Now, eight months later, she will be remembered for the titanic effort she carried out during the Coronation of the King.Â
We are, of course, talking about Penny Mordaunt, Leader…
Fancy a meal with the Royals? Participation confirmed for the Coronation Big Lunch on Sunday
5th May 2023
Following the pomp and pageantry of the Coronation ceremony, the public will be able to keep the celebrations going, but in a much more relaxed atmosphere, by taking part in one of the thousands of Big Lunches that are expected to take place all around the UK.Â
Several members of the Royal Family have announced that they will take part in the celebrations as well, sitting down with members of…
King Charles surprises crowds on Mall with a walkabout after special reception at Buckingham Palace
5th May 2023
With less than 24 hours to go before he is crowned, Charles III hosted a lunch for Prime Ministers of the Realms at Buckingham Palace.Â
On Friday, 5th May, His Majesty was joined by working members of the Royal Family to welcome the Prime Ministers of the countries in…
How the Coronation Gauntlet links Charles III to his beloved grandfather, Britain's last king
5th May 2023
King Charles III’s Coronation will involve many moving pieces, most of them charged with significant history, especially following His Majesty’s decision to reuse pieces from previous Coronations.
One of those pieces will be the glove, also known as the…
Last minute details are emerging about King Charles III’s Coronation, now only a matter of hours away.
The Lord Mayor of London has revealed his choice of outfit, which will include the robe traditionally reserved for people in that role.
He has also revealed that, in line with choices made by the King himself, the piece has not been commissioned anew. Instead, he will be…
