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May 5, 2023
There are two countries in the world where new monarchs are crowned with a Christian liturgy — crowned, that is, in the literal sense of having metal placed on their heads. One, obviously, is the United Kingdom. The other is Tonga, where a British-style coronation involving the local Anglican archbishop has been tacked onto the older ritual of ceremonial kava-drinking.
May 5, 2023
At Westminster Abbey this weekend, ancient coronation bling such as the stone of destiny and St Edward’s staff is set to wow onlookers
May 5, 2023
King Charles III’s coronation ceremony dates back to the anointment of Solomon and the crowning of King Edgar in 937 by Dunstan Archbishop of Canterbury.
May 5, 2023
The graphic is mapped onto an image looking across the royal church - with the Coronation Chair sitting ready for the big moment.
May 5, 2023
Find out what role the Archbishop of Canterbury will play in King Charles' Coronation ceremony.
May 4, 2023
THIS years Pride of Somerset Awards coincides with Somerset Day, an annual celebration of all that is good in the region.
May 4, 2023
What to expect from the first coronation in 70 years.
May 4, 2023
What to expect from the first coronation in 70 years.
May 4, 2023
The historic event will be a celebration of British pageantry and legacy
May 4, 2023
What to expect from the first coronation in 70 years.