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The Coronation

The Mall dressed with Union flags

The Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort will take place on 6 May 2023, almost 70 years since the last Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in June 1953.

Visit the royal residences this summer and join us to celebrate this landmark event.

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A gold crown set diamonds, rubies, amethysts and sapphires. It has a purple velvet cap.

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Events
Activity
Crowns and Coronations at the Castle
  • Windsor Castle
  • Next event: 1 Apr 2023
  • Daily
  • Included in Castle ticket or 1 Year Pass
  • Children / Families
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Painting of Queen Victoria at her coronation
Short talk
Coronation traditions
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • Next event: 4 May 2023
  • Daily
  • 11:00, 12:00 and 14:00
  • Included with Palace ticket or 1-Year Pass
  • Adults
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A child wearing a crown stands excitedly in front of the Gold State Coach
Activity
A Coronation Celebration
  • The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace
  • Next event: 7 May 2023
  • Daily
  • 11:00 - 15:00
  • Free with standard admission
  • Children / Families
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Children wearing homemade crowns
Activity
Coronation celebration activity day
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • Next event: 1 May 2023
  • 1 upcoming event
  • 10:00 - 15:00
  • Included with Palace ticket or 1-Year Pass
  • Children / Families
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A girl is wearing a crown in an art gallery
Activity
Glorious Georgians - a Coronation Celebration
  • The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
  • Next event: 8 May 2023
  • 3 upcoming events
  • 12:30, 13:30 and 14:30
  • Free with standard admission
  • Children / Families
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Children and adults clapping
Activity
Royal Rhyme Time: Coronation celebrations
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • Next event: 1 May 2023
  • 1 upcoming event
  • 11:00 - 11:45
  • £10.00 for one adult and up to two children, Additional adults £5.00
  • Children / Families
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School resources

To help your school celebrate this important moment in history, a number of resources and activities have been created focused around four themes, exploring The King, his role, and what coronations are. Visits to the royal residences for classes are available throughout the year to participate in coronation workshops. 

School resources for the Coronation
The King and Queen Consort with President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa
What is the role of our King?

The Sovereign acts as a focus for national identity, unity and pride; gives a sense of stability and continuity;...

Painting of Queen Victoria at her coronation
What is a Coronation?

A coronation is the formal investiture of a monarch of their regal powers. It is a grand, celebratory event in which...
Be a part of history and celebrate!

How can you celebrate the Coronation in 2023? Here are some ideas.
A Focus on the life of Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II ruled for longer than any other Monarch in British history, becoming a much loved and respected...

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Plan your visit

Click or tap the icons below for more details on what to see and how to book tickets

Gates at Buckingham Palace
London
Buckingham Palace

Open selected dates

The Round Tower at Windsor Castle
Windsor
Windsor Castle

Open Thursday - Monday

The Gold State Coach at Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Pageant
London
The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace

Open Thursday - Monday

The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Palace of Holyroodhouse

Open Thursday - Monday

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The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.