Celebrate the Coronation at Salisbury Cathedral

Monday, 1 May 2023 01:00

Where better to come together to celebrate a monumental occasion than a monumental building?

Salisbury Cathedral has a range of activities and events to suit all the family as Salisbury comes together to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.

We are all invited to join in with their activities and events as we officially crown a new monarch for the first time in almost 70 years.

This week, in the build-up to the coronation itself, the cathedral has a range of activities and exhibitions to enjoy and see.

https://vimeo.com/821946332 WATCH: Rob Douglas from Salisbury Cathedral tells us about the Coronation celebrations at Salisbury Cathedral (Video: Salisbury Radio) Encounters with Kings Exhibition (included with standard admission) All week until Friday, 5 May Mon-Fri 10:30 – 12:30 & 13:30 – 15:30

A special exhibition in the Cathedral Library to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.

Community Bunting Making (Free, no ticket required) All week until Friday, 5 May 10:00 – 15:00

Everyone is welcome to decorate bunting with messages for the new King, which will be displayed in The Cloisters during Coronation weekend.

Coronation Robe Tuesday, 2 – Saturday, 6 May

See the magnificent Coronation Robe on display in the St Lawrence Chapel at the Cathedral. The replica of the Queen’s Coronation robe is made from purple pampas grass, gilded dried foliage and ferns.

Parent and Toddler Crown Making with Selfie Throne (included with standard admission) Friday, 5 May, 10:00 – 12:00

Parents and carers are invited to bring their toddlers to the Cathedral to make their very own crowns in preparation for the Coronation. Children can then dress up in cloaks and have their photos taken with their crown on a special throne.

Live screening of the Coronation of King Charles III (Free, no ticket required) Saturday, 6 May, 09:30

Come together to watch this historic event, including the build-up, processions and service, broadcast live on the big screen inside the Cathedral.

The Refectory serving food & drink, and the Gift Shop will be open as usual.

The screening is FREE, and no ticket is required, but as it may get busy, you should arrive early.

General admission to the Cathedral for visitors will open from 14:00 (standard admission charges apply).

Crown Making with Selfie Throne (Free, no ticket required) Saturday, 6 May, 12:00 – 16:00

Family activities where you can make your own souvenir crown and be photographed on a special ‘Throne’.

Swing Unlimited Big Band (Free, no ticket required) Saturday, 6 May, from 13:00

Join Swing Unlimited and their singers on the West Lawn for an afternoon of free music, singing and dancing.

A special outdoor barbecue and bar (charges apply) will be available on the lawns to make the afternoon go with a swing.

A Service of Celebration for the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III Sunday 7 May 15:30

Everyone is welcome for this special service where thanks are given to the new King Charles III.

You can find out more on the Salisbury Cathedral website.

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