HistoryKing Charles III

What are coronation banquets and why aren't they held anymore?

King Charles III is making considerable changes to the coronation to modernise the ceremony and recognise the monarchy’s position in the twenty-first century. Both the coronation ceremony and procession will look quite different from his mother’s coronation in 1953. However, Charles is not the only monarch to make changes to coronation traditions.  Historically newly–crowned monarchs…
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The Royal Family celebrate the first Easter of King Charles's reign at Windsor Castle

Members of The Royal Family gathered at Windsor Castle on Sunday to celebrate the first Easter of the reign of King Charles III. The King and Queen were joined by the Prince & Princess of Wales and their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. The Princess Royal and the Duke of York also joined the family at St George’s Chapel for the traditional Easter…
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The wedding flowers of Queen Camilla

It’s Easter Sunday and what better than a burst of spring flowers for a message of joy and hope? The wedding bouquet carried by Queen Camilla on her wedding day, April 9th 2005 were a riot of early blooms that matched her pale blue and gold dress to perfection. But the…
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King Charles distributes Maundy coins for the first time in his reign

King Charles III has continued a tradition stretching back centuries as he gave out Maundy money. The King distributed specially minted coins at the Maundy service at York Minister. Accompanied by Queen Camilla, His Majesty was greeted by large crowds on his arrival at the Minster. There was also a small, organised demonstration against the monarchy. Inside the ancient church, King…
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The first Maundy coins of the reign of King Charles III are unveiled

The first Maundy coins to bear the image of King Charles III have been revealed ahead of a special service at York Minster where His Majesty will distribute them in a tradition that stretches back centuries. The King will hand out Maundy money to 74 men and 74 women, one for each year of his age. They will be given a red purse, containing a special £5 coin and 50p piece, and a white purse…
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