- Coronation Celebrations
Coronation Celebrations
A bank holiday has been proclaimed in honour of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, which will fall on Monday 8 May.
The Coronation ceremony will take place on Saturday 6 May at Westminster Abbey.
The Coronation will see people across the UK and the Commonwealth come together to celebrate.
The Coronation programme will include the procession and service at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May, the 'Coronation Big Lunch' across the country on 7 May, with a concert taking place in Windsor in the evening, and 'The Big Help Out' community activity on the bank holiday, Monday 8 May.
The Coronation Big Lunch
The Coronation Big Lunch on 7 May will encourage communities to come together, celebrate their connections and get to know each other better.
It will bring the Coronation festivities into the heart of every community.
Order a Coronation Big Lunch pack(Opens in a New Window) and start planning.
The Big Help Out
The Big Help Out, on 8 May, will provide an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of His Majesty's service and showcase the impact of volunteering within communities.
Hundreds of activities are planned for the day by local community groups, organisations and charities including The Scouts, Royal Voluntary Service, National Trust and RNLI.
Run a charity or want to get involved? Find out more at the Big Help Out website(Opens in a New Window)
Events in Broxtowe
You can share your own events on our online events calendar or contact press@broxtowe.gov.uk with details.
What |
Where |
When |
Further Details |
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To watch the live stream of the Coronation King Charles III |
St Helen's Stapleford |
Saturday |
Doors open from 9.00am. |
Indoor Street Party to Celebrate the King's Coronation in Trowell |
Trowell Parish Hall, Stapleford Road, Trowell, Nottingham NG9 3QA |
Saturday 6 May, |
Bring your own picnic and drinks. There will be games, raffle and throw the wet sponges at the Councillor in the stocks. Fancy dress through the era's. Coverage of the Coronation will be shown in the main hall. |
Celebration of the Coronation of King Charles in Cossall |
The Old School Room, Church Lane, Cossall |
Saturday |
To watch the coronation on the large TV in the hall. At lunch time a buffet lunch with a glass of fizz will be provided. The afternoon will conclude with the life entertainment from Pancakeboy and Miss Sharpen performing songs from the previous decades of the life of King Charles. |
Kimberley Coronation Picnic on the Park |
Miner's Recreation Ground, Kimberley |
Saturday 6 May, 11am-4pm |
Coronation celebration organised by Kimberley Town Council, featuring a variety of stall holders, food vendors, children's rides and amusements, live music and dancing, live stream of Coronation on a big screen, a bar and classic car display |
West End King's Coronation Event |
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6 May |
Live entertainment at 2pm with Lucie Lou, Royal tea party, Royal Bingo and raffle |
Village "Cream Tea" in Brinsley |
Brinsley Parish Council, Parish Hall, Cordy Lane, Brinsley, Nottingham, NG16 5BY |
Saturday 6 May, |
Enjoy a nice cuppa, a cream cake and a singsong to the King's favourite songs. Bring some cash for a tombola to raise funds for a king’s plaque to mark the event. |
Awsworth Kings Coronation Picnic on the Park |
The Lane Recreation Ground, Awsworth |
Sunday |
Open to all Awsworth residents, bring your own picnic, blanket and chairs to enjoy celebrating with friends and family with a variety of activities, including inflatables, games, tombola, children's crafts, target bowls, children's crafts and dance and much more! If you're interested in helping in any way please contact Hayley on 07913751484. |
Coronation Fun Day |
Basil Russell Field, Maple Drive, Nuthall |
Sunday |
Community event with free Brass Band. 1940's singer, bouncy castles and children's entertainment. Also lots of stall holders and some fairground rides. Traditional tea and scones from the cafe, cakes from the WI, hot dog stall and side shows from local groups, individuals and entertainers. The park also has play area, tennis and limited parking. Picnics welcomed |
Westerland's King's Coronation Street Party |
At 'The Island' |
7 May |
Bring your own picnic and chairs. Children party from 2.30pm - 4.30pm, with glitter tattoos, make a Crown Stall, Bouncy Castle, Disco. General Street Party from 4.30pm - 10.00pm with DJ, Raffle, Sticky 13 and Play Your Cards Right. Raffle & book donations to house n umber 72, 75, 1 or 24 please. |
King's Coronation Afternoon Tea |
Awsworth Village Hall |
Sunday |
For those aged 65 and over who reside in the Parish of Awsworth. Come along and join us for tea, cake, games and a good old sing song! But be quick as tickets are limited so please contact Natalie on 07504556174 to get your free tickets. |
Children King's Coronation Street Party |
Old Mill Club, Mill Road, Stapleford NG9 8GD |
Sunday |
Games, prizes, music, bouncy castle, street food and lots of fun. |
Street Party fit for a King |
Old Mill Club, Mill Lane, Stapleford NG9 8GD |
Sunday |
Games, music, party food, bouncy castle, fun. |
Hemlock Happening
Hemlock Happening Returns for Coronation Celebrations!
With not just one, but two stages with live music and performances. Enjoy inflatable fun and fairground rides, then cool off and enjoy the stalls with a drink from Blue Monkey Brewery. Make sure you stick around for the firework finale at 10.30pm, you won’t want to miss it.
The Hemlock Happening is taking place on Saturday 3 June 2023, 1.00pm – 10.30pm at the Bramcote Hills Park, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3JT.
What to expect:
• Main stage acts performing popular hits from the last few decades
• A secondary live music stage featuring singer/ songwriters performing original music
• A licensed bar provided by Blue Monkey Brewery
• Food and drink stalls
• An array of craft and trade stalls
• Sports activities, fairground rides and inflatable fun
• Community stalls
• Classic vehicles
• The Haven Performance Arena showcasing a host of talent from local dance organisations and clubs.
• Coronation themed make and take arts and crafts for the family
• A spectacular Coronation themed fireworks display at 10.30pm
Activities you can do at home
- Connect the dots and decorate to make a carriage fit for a king!(Opens in a New Window)
- Make Adam Handling's strawberry and ginger trifle(Opens in a New Window)
- Cook from Ken Hom's Coronation roast rack of lamb with Asian-style marinade(Opens in a New Window)
- Have a go at Nadiya Hunnsain's Coronation aubergine(Opens in a New Window)