King and Queen Crowned in Historic Abbey Ceremony
The King and Queen arrived at Westminster Abbey’s great west door, greeted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, who will anoint and crown them. This is the first coronation since Queen Elizabeth II’s in 1953. The ceremony marks the 40th monarch crowned at the Abbey since William the Conqueror’s historic coronation in 1066.
Royal Family and World Leaders Gather for the Big Day
World leaders, prime ministers from overseas realms, foreign monarchs, and the extended British 123 and Prince Louis were there too. The Duke of Sussex attended, but the Duchess stayed behind in the US.
Thousands Celebrate Nationwide Coronation Weekend
Hundreds of thousands are set to celebrate the coronation weekend, with events planned across the country. The coronation service and procession were watched by about 3,800 members of the public from a grandstand outside Buckingham Palace, alongside representatives from Commonwealth nations.
Youth and Charity Groups Take Centre Stage
Meanwhile, 400 young people representing various charities observed the ceremony from nearby St Margaret’s Church, adding a poignant touch to this historic occasion.
