The Queen's Coronation 1953
This summer marks the 60th anniversary of one of the most momentous occasions in 20th-century British history – the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To mark the anniversary of the event, a major exhibition for the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace will bring together for the first time since Coronation Day, a spectacular array of dress, uniform and robes worn by the principal royal party. Works of art, paintings and objects used on the day will also be on display to recreate the atmosphere of that extraordinary occasion.
Image: Cecil Beaton, © Victoria and Albert Museum, London
Coronation Day
The Queen was crowned on 2 June 1953
Coronation Outfits
The outfits worn by The Queen and members of the Royal party
Coronation Banquets
A coronation banquet has been held at Buckingham Palace since the 19th century
Event programme
Map & directions
By train
London Victoria or London Charing Cross. Visit National Rail Enquiries for times and fares.
By underground
Victoria, Green Park, St. James's Park and Hyde Park Corner. For further information visit the Transport for London website.
By coach / bus
Bus numbers 11, 211, C1 and C10 stop on Buckingham Palace Road. Victoria Coach Station is a 10-minute walk from the Palace.
