King Charles III

A look at the guest list for King Charles's Coronation

Guests for King Charles’s 6 May Coronation at Westminster Abbey are being confirmed. Many foreign heads of state, their heirs or their spouses will represent their countries at the special event in London. So, who can you expect to see amongst the crowd with the British royals? Australia: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Governor-General David Hurley Denmark: Crown Prince…
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Westminster Abbey's Coronation Theatre

For those who have toured London’s Westminster Abbey, you might notice a particularly spacious area. Or maybe you’ve seen it during other royal events at The Abbey on TV such as the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, or the funeral of Her Late Majesty…
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What are the Crown Jewels?

The Crown Jewels are the most sacred and special jewellery and regalia at the disposal of the monarch, and they are stored permanently at the Tower of London unless otherwise needed for state occasions, such as a coronation. In total, there are 142 objects with over 23,000 gemstones that make up the Crown Jewels, from crowns, sceptres, and orbs to swords, maces, and trumpets that are never…
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First details of Coronation service revealed as new music is announced

The first details of the Coronation service have been shared as details of the brand new music composed for the ceremony are announced. Before the service begins, a short composition by Judith Weir, Master of the King’s Music, will be played by the Coronation orchestra, the first time they will perform. The overture is called ”Brighter Visions Shine Afar” which takes its…
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Ainsley Harriott gets the Coronation street party going

Top TV chef, Ainsley Harriott, has been helping get the Coronation street party started as he encouraged communities to come together to mark the historic moment King Charles III is crowned. As Coronation Big Lunches take shape around the UK, the star helped deliver invitations to a community celebration in London. With just over three weeks until the big day, Ainsley Harriott MBE knocked on…
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