For centuries, it’s been a traditional way of marking major royal events and as King Charles III is crowned, it will be given a makeover.
The night after the Coronation will see the ancient rite of lighting the night sky as part of the royal celebrations. But instead of beacons and bonfires, the focus will be on illuminations.
Landmarks across the UK will be lit up to mark the crowning of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Drones, lasers and illuminations will also be used in the celebrations for the Coronation
The full list of landmarks to be included hasn’t yet been confirmed but famous places around the country are expected to be part of the celebrations.
The illumination of buildings also ties in with a tradition that was begun for the Jubilee of King George III in 1809 when all kinds of establishments were lit with candles to mark the anniversary.
The lightings will come on the same night as the Coronation Concert which takes place at Windsor Castle on May 7th. Stars from around the world are expected to join the musical show which will be performed in front of an audience who will win their tickets in a ballot.
Earlier in the day, street parties will take place as part of the Coronation Big Lunch. The following day, May 8th 2023, is a Bank Holiday. It will also be a day of community support, called the Big Help Out, honouring King Charles III’s lifetime of service. People and groups across the UK are asked to put a spotlight on community causes close to their hearts.
King Charles and Queen Camilla will be crowned on May 6th 2023 at Westminster Abbey.
