King Charles III & Queen Camilla say they are 'deeply touched' by yesterday's coronation events in central London.
The Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen took place at Westminster Abbey yesterday (Saturday) afternoon.
A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace said, “Their Majesties were deeply touched by the events of yesterday and profoundly grateful both to all those who helped to make it such a glorious occasion – and to the very many who turned out to show their support in such numbers in London and further afield.”
In the first Coronation Service in almost 70 years. Their Majesties arrived at Westminster Abbey in procession from Buckingham Palace, known as ‘The King’s Procession’. Millions lined the street of the capital to get a glimpse of the royal procession.
Nearly 19 million watched the Coronation service across 11 channels and services, a share of 89%. Viewing peaked at 20.4 million at 12:02 pm as the King was crowned.
After the Service, Their Majesties returned to Buckingham Palace in a larger ceremonial procession, known as ‘The Coronation Procession’. Their Majesties were joined in the procession by other Members of the Royal Family.
Upon returning, The King and The Queen received a Royal Salute in the Garden of Buckingham Palace from the Armed Forces taking part in the Processions.
The King and The Queen, accompanied by Members of the Royal Family, then appeared on the Buckingham Palace Balcony for the Flypast and the conclusion of the day’s ceremonial events.
Later today (Sunday), a special Coronation Concert will be staged and broadcast live from Windsor Castle.
It will be hosted by Hugh Bonneville and feature performances from Manchester's Take That, international superstar Lionel Richie, pop icon Katy Perry and opera star Andrea Bocelli.
The concert will see a world-class orchestra play a host of musical favourites and will also feature, for the first time ever, a joint performance from The Royal Ballet, The Royal Opera House, the Royal Shakespeare Company, The Royal College of Music and The Royal College of Art.
Throughout the afternoon, the Coronation Big Lunch, at which neighbours and communities are invited to share food and fun together, will take place across the country.
Tomorrow (Monday), members of the public will be invited to take part in The Big Help Out, which will encourage people to try volunteering for themselves and join the work being undertaken to support their local areas.
(Photos: John Pannell/Flickr)
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