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St Edward’s Crown to be resized for King Charles III’s coronation

The monarch’s coronation will take place next spring

The Independent UK

Who’s performing the Coronation ceremony and what happens?

The sacred ceremony will take place on Saturday 6 May at 11am

The Independent UK

Anointing screen to be used in King Charles coronation revealed

Tree design includes names of Commonwealth nations, and poles are made from tree from Windsor estate

The Guardian - UK

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First images released of Al Murray as King Charles II in new West End show

The pub landlord stars alongside Mel Giedroyc and Neil Morrissey in new comic caper The Crown Jewels at the Garrick Theatre

Evening Standard

Bishop ‘honoured’ to take on symbolic role at coronation

The Most Rev Mark Strange is Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church.

The Independent UK

How the long tradition of coronations has evolved

Ceremonies in which Anglo-Saxon monarchs were anointed with oil were recorded in the seventh and eighth centuries.

The Week

King Charles III coronation: What happens in sacred anointing ceremony?

The coronation will take place on Saturday 6 May 2023

The Independent UK

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Historic church is site of the crowning of British monarchs for 1,000 years

Charles III will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned in the gothic surrounds of Westminster Abbey.

The Independent UK

History lover drives around England, Scotland and Wales dressed as King Charles I

Daniel Williams began impersonating King Charles I after his ‘creativity exploded’ when he saw his life-like portrait

Wales Online

How to watch King Charles' Coronation in US - and when you'll see Princess Kate

King Charles II and Queen Camilla's crowning at Westminster Abbey on May 6 will be the UK's first Coronation in 70 years. Here's how you can watch the big day if you're in the US

Daily Mirror

Rare set of etchings depicting Charles II coronation found at back of cupboard

The etchings were found within weeks of the coronation of King Charles III.

The Independent UK

A day in the life of a King Charles I lookalike: ‘It takes a hell of a lot of work’

Daniel Williams has toured the UK impersonating King Charles I after his ‘creativity exploded’ when he saw his life-like portrait

The Independent UK

St Edward’s Crown to be resized for King Charles III’s coronation

The monarch’s coronation will take place next spring

The Independent UK

The only Australian with a role in King Charles’ coronation is from Wangaratta – where most people don’t know him

Simon Abney-Hastings, the 15th Earl of Loudon, will be the bearer of the great golden spurs on 6 May. But that doesn’t cut much ice in the town where Nick Cave grew up

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The Independent UK

Q&A: Why is there a coronation and what exactly is happening?

The historic ceremony – steeped in 1,000 years of history – is taking place in London on May 6.

The Independent UK

Complete guide to all the glittering regalia used at the coronation

The priceless objects are part of the Crown Jewels – the nation’s most precious treasures.

The Independent UK

Late Queen’s coronation was joyous celebration in aftermath of Second World War

Elizabeth II was anointed and crowned on a drizzly day in June 1953.

The Week

Head to toe: the history of King Charles’s coronation outfits

King Charles III has been advised by the government to tone down his and his guests’ outfits for the coronation but ceremonial robes will still be on display.

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The Independent UK

St Edward’s Crown to be resized for King Charles III’s coronation

The monarch’s coronation will take place next spring

The Independent UK

13 unusual coronation customs from gold ingots to the threat of a duel

Celebrations over the years have featured secret recipes, a pardon for criminals and a royal stay in the Tower of London.

The Independent UK

Prince Louis wears shirt from older brother Prince George in Queen’s birthday tribute

The youngest royal has previously worn hand-me-down clothes from his older brother, Prince George

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Are shops open on coronation day? Supermarket opening hours for King Charles' coronation

As the bid day approaches, many are asking if shops are open on coronation day.

Daily Mirror

Two 'crucial' bracelets that will play a huge role in King's Coronation

The jewel-encrusted gold bracelets have played a crucial role for the crowning of Britain's kings for almost 400 years and will be used again at King Charles' Coronation

The Independent UK

St Edward’s Crown to be resized for King Charles III’s coronation

The monarch’s coronation will take place next spring

Daily Mirror

Meghan and Harry suffer fresh blow as William, Kate, and King Charles' popularity soars

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle lag behind other members of the Royal Family in popularity with the British public, according to a new survey, with just 14% calling them good role models

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