![]() The guest list has also been substantially pared down, with no more than 2,800 guests expected at the Abbey compared to Queen Elizabeth’s in-person audience of 8,000. His coronation will be two-hours long, down from three for Queen Elizabeth in 1953. Saturday’s ceremony is expected to be more toned-down and less extravagant than the late Queen’s 70 years ago, heralding King Charles’ vision of a “slimmed down” monarchy. Photo by VICTORIA JONES / POOL/AFP via Getty Images How will King Charles’ coronation be different? ![]() While accessions are usually a time of reflection and mourning, coronations tend to have a more celebratory feel.Ĭaroline de Guitaut, deputy surveyor of the King’s works of art for the Royal Collection Trust, adjusts the imperial mantle, which will be worn by King Charles III during his coronation on May 6. But the deeply religious and regalia-heavy event is a more formal confirmation of his role as head of state and titular head of the Church of England. There is no legal requirement for a coronation, and other European monarchies have done away with the ceremonies. There was an accession ceremony two days later where he was officially proclaimed monarch.Ĭharles said he was “deeply aware of this great inheritance and of the duties and heavy responsibilities of sovereignty which have now passed to me.” ![]() Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Why is there a coronation if Charles is already king?Ĭharles automatically became king when his mother Elizabeth II died on Sept. Members of the RCMP leading the funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth on Sept. The other four are horses previously given to the queen. He was also given a horse named Noble, one of the horses the RCMP will ride in the procession. Last week, Charles was named RCMP commissioner-in-chief - a ceremonial title previously held by his mother. The rest of the official Canadian delegation still remained a mystery three days before the event. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will attend, as will Governor General Mary Simon. More than 2,200 are expected to attend, including the British Royal Family, foreign royals, heads of state and representatives from the Commonwealth and charities supported by Charles and Camilla. Photo by BEN STANSALL / AFP via Getty Images Who will be in attendance? Members of the public pass Westminster Abbey on as preparations continue before the May 6 coronation of King Charles III. It will also stream live on the networks’ online platforms and on the BBC News website.īBC’s coverage of the coronation will also be aired live on subscription channels BBC First and BBC World News starting 11:30 p.m. In Canada, the coronation will be broadcast live by CBC and CTV starting 1 a.m. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Charles’ wife, Camilla, will be crowned Queen Consort. ![]() Charles will be anointed with oil and receive the traditional symbols of the monarch, including the orb, sceptre and crown. The Archbishop of Canterbury, the spiritual leader of the Church of England, will preside over the service. The coronation will take place at Westminster Abbey, where every coronation has been held since William the Conqueror was crowned monarch on Christmas Day, 1066. Here’s some things to know about King Charles’ coronation day: Millions of people around the world are expected to watch the historic event, including the grand procession through the streets of London, the ancient rites at Westminster Abbey, and a flypast outside Buckingham Palace. The next issue of Sunrise presented by Vancouver Sun will soon be in your inbox. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. Manage Print Subscription / Tax ReceiptĪ welcome email is on its way.Westcoast Homes & Design Previous Issues.Vancouver Sun Run: Sign up & event info.
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