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The processions that will start the Coronation

The Coronation will be filled with history and pageantry. Several processions will make their way into Westminster Abbey as the ancient service gets under way. A procession of all the realms Faith leaders will be the first to walk into the Abbey as the Coronation begins. They will be followed by representatives of all of the Realms of King Charles III. Their procession will include a…
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How Westminster Abbey became the go to Coronation church

One thing has been certain about the Coronation of King Charles III from the very start. Even before the date was known, the location of the crowning of the new Monarch was set in stone. For Charles III, like every King and Queen for almost a millennium, will be crowned at Westminster Abbey. Its role in this ancient ceremony was never even questioned. St. Edward’s Crown will be brought once…
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Coronation artists revealed as historic paintings are set to record events of majestic day

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have chosen artists to record different parts of their Coronation day on canvas. The Coronation processions, the ceremony and the Coronation concert will all be caught in art to become a permanent record of the weekend of historic celebrations. The Coronation ceremony has long been painted and, until the 20th century, the portraits were the only visual…
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The King hosts the first Garden Party of his reign at Buckingham Palace

The King has hosted the first Garden Party of his reign just days ahead of his Coronation. Held in the gardens of Buckingham Palace, His Majesty invited a number of guests to join him for tea and refreshments in the spring sunshine. Joining The King for the seasonal festivities was Queen Camilla alongside the Duke & Duchess of Edinburgh, the Duke & Duchess of Gloucester and the Duke…
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