Explore the life and times of His Majesty King Charles III, from his time as Britain’s longest-serving heir apparent through to his historic coronation.
The Royal Mint has unveiled the official coin effigy of King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings The King’s portrait will first appear on a £5 coin and 50p commemorating the life and legacy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II The 50p will enter circulation to...
From King Charles' jack russell terriers to Meghan and Harry's fondness for regal beagles, we're taking a look at the royal pets: past and present!
Charles’ coronation was held eight months laterat Westminster Abbeyand both of his sons with late ex-wifePrincess Diana,Prince WilliamandPrince Harry, attended alongside the king’s other relatives. Charles’ wife,Queen Camilla, wasblessed and anointedas queen during the ceremony. Related:See Every...
sThe Coronation of King Charles the II in Westminster Abby the 23 of April 1661. Other paintings on show include Titian’sMadonna and Child in a Landscape with Tobias and the Angel(c1535-40), Antonio Verrio’sThe Sea Triumph of Charles II(c1674), Pieter Brugel the Elder’sThe Massacre...
The Coronation of King Charles and The Queen Consort, inside Westminster Abbey, is the centrepiece of the weekend. 6 May - Coronation Day The King and Queen Consort are expected to travel from Buckingham Palace to the Westminster Abbey in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach. ...
This incredible coin commemorates the Incoronation of King Charles III The coin is Silver plated and comes in a blister
Charles’ accession took place when the Queen died. It was, as expected, a deeply somber period when the nation came together to bid farewell to its longest-reigning sovereign. Eight months on, the coronation will feel very different. This is a moment of public celebration of the new K...
While there he questioned the need for “a pointless coronation” instead of a debate over whether the monarchy was still relevant today, according to a statement from the group. “We believe the British public should be asked, do you want Charles or a choice? The tide is starting to turn...
Like Charles III, William had his coronation at Westminster Abbey. This was also where his vanquished foe Harold Godwinson, killed at the Battle of Hastings, had been crowned just months before. The atmosphere both inside and outside the abbey was tense, coming so soon after William had ...