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Charles has spent his entire life preparing for his role as King, and today he will finally be crowned at a Coronation filled with pomp and ceremony as crowds flock to London to celebrate his reign. His second wife Camilla will also be crowned today, dropping her Consort title to become known as Queen Camilla. Early this morning, members of the crowd waved flags to remember Princess Diana as they turned out at The Mall in droves, despite the rainy weather forecast.
The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, will have starring roles in the two-hour long service at Westminster Abbey. Prince Harry is flying in from the US to watch his father's big day, however he's set to leave straight after the ceremony as he finally comes face to face with his family since he made a series of shocking allegations against them in his controversial memoir, Spare. He will make the trip solo after Meghan Markle declined his invitation, choosing instead to remain in their California mansion with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
In an unfortunate diary clash, the couple's oldest son Archie celebrates his fourth birthday today. The King and Queen will take two processions through the streets of London, accompanied for what's expected to be a spectacular military display. Hundreds of service men and women will march the route from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey with the Monarch.
The most dedicated royal fans have been camped out on The Mall since Wednesday afternoon, battling the rain and wind to make sure they've got the best seats in the house for the historical day. Stay here for all the latest updates and reaction throughout the Coronation.
08:54Dan WarburtonCrowds flood London and travel over 3,000 miles to get a glimpse of King Charles
Thousands of royalists have flocked to Green Park as they try to get a glimpse of King Charles as he makes his way through the capital. Construction company boss Nathan Mabbett, 39, and his teacher wife Kate, 37, brought their two children, Ted, seven, and Winnie, three, more than 300 miles from Penzance, Cornwall.
Nathan said: "It's a sense of occasion, it's a part of our heritage and it's a part of our history." Kate said: "When our children are grandparents they will be able to tel their children they were here. It's amazing."
Meanwhile mother and daughter Sue Seabrook, 62, and Jodie Seabrook, 32, caught a 6am train from Gloucester, Glos., to see history. Personal assistant Jodie said: "My mum wanted to be part of the celebrations, to be in the depth of it, so we caught a train at 6am this morning. It's and early start but there's nothing a few wines won't help us get through."
08:47Phil CardyAnti-monarchy protesters drowned out by crowd singing national anthem
Protesters chanting "Not my King" have been drowned out by the crowd singing the national anthem.
Anti monarchy campaigners who unfurled a large flag in Trafalgar Square were jeered by the thousands who turned out to watch the Coronation parade. The campaign group Republic hoped between 1,500 to 2,000 people would attend their protest. Footage posted on Twitter seemed to show demonstrators in yellow "Not My King" t-shirts being arrested by police, with one officer saying: "They are under arrest, end of."
Tweets from the Alliance of European Republican Movements appear to show the CEO of Republic, Graham Smith, having his details being taken and being arrested as part of the police activity.
Protesters have been drowned out by the crowd singing the national anthem08:45Paul Byrne
Tens of thousands gather in St James's Park - travelling from as far as Somerset
Huge crowds standing ten deep lined The Mall from early this morning. In St James's Park, where giant screens were broadcasting the coronation, tens of thousands had gathered. Sam and Di McGrory had travelled to the capital from Taunton, Somerset.
Retired telecoms engineer Sam, 69, had prepared for a possible downpour with his Union Jack umbrella. Di, a nurse, said: "We are here because it had to be done. It is a once in a lifetime experience, it won't happen again in our lifetime."
The couple were stunned at the size of the crowds. Sam said: "It is an incredible turn out. There is definitely a real affection for the Royal Family."
Sam and Di McGrory had travelled to the capital from Taunton, Somerset (Paul Byrne/Daily Mirror)08:42KEY EVENT
Emma Thompson, Lionel Richie, Stephen Fry and Nick Cave spotted arriving at Abbey
Love Actually actress Dame Emma Thompson was all smiles as she gave photographers a wave as she arrived to take her seat at Westminster Abbey.
Other VIP guests seen heading for the West Door are Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty, singer Nick Cave, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Fry and Governor of the Bank of England Andrew Bailey. Politicians have included Steve Baker, Graham Brady and Baroness Valerie Amos. Spice Girl Mel B has also been spotted in the area.
Love Actually actress Dame Emma Thompson was all smiles as she arrived08:31Katie Weston
Best seat in the house!
Daily Mirror's Ian Vogler all set up for the big day
Ian Vogler, a photographer for the Daily Mirror, is set up and ready to go for the big day. The snapper was seen with his camera directly in front of Buckingham Palace, ahead of the King's procession later today. The State Standard was erected at the Palace at 8am, meaning that the King is in residence.
Daily Mirror photographer Ian Vogler outside the Palace today (Ian Vogler/Daily Mirror)08:25KEY EVENT
Anti-monarchy protesters arrested by police
Republican protesters appear to have been arrested ahead of the King's coronation.
Footage posted on Twitter seemed to show demonstrators in yellow "Not My King" t-shirts being arrested by police, with one officer saying: "They are under arrest, end of." Tweets from the Alliance of European Republican Movements appear to show the CEO of Republic, Graham Smith, having his details being taken and being arrested as part of the police activity. Republic activist Luke Whiting, 26, said: "Six Republic members have been arrested including the CEO as the demonstration was starting at the edge of Trafalgar Square.
"It is unclear why, potentially it is because one of them was carrying a megaphone. "It is unclear exactly whether the police are using these new powers and whether they are misusing them to stop protest happening." Daily Mirror chief reporter, Andy Lines, also overheard a police chief telling officers: "Arrest anyone with a megaphone for breach of the peace.
We can 'de-arrest' them later if we need to."
I also heard the police chief (inspector I believe) tell his officers to "arrest anyone with a megaphone for breach of the peace. We can 'de-arrest' them later if we need to." @MirrorRoyal
-- Andy Lines (@andylines) May 6, 2023 08:19Katie WestonFinal touches added to Palace balcony ahead of Royal Family's appearance
Preparations were in full swing at Buckingham Palace as staff were seen adorning its famous balcony with red and gold draping ahead of the royal family's appearance later. Military bands could be heard practising ahead of the procession while street cleaners were working with precision to ensure the area in front of the palace was ready.
Conservative MPs Sir Graham Brady and Northern Ireland Office minister Steve Baker were also seen arriving at Westminster Abbey.
Final preparations on the balcony of Buckingham Palace (PA)08:13Nicola Small
Guests start filing inside Westminster Abbey
The Abbey's famous West Door has opened and excited guests have started filing in. Dressed in their finery with hats of all shapes and sizes, they have been making their way to their seats inside. Meanwhile fresh sand has been laid on the road outside - in preparation for the arrival of the King's horse and carriage later.
Guests begin to arrive in Parliament Square (Getty Images)08:10Katie Weston
Controversial 'Homage of the People' is toned down
The controversial "Homage of the People" element of the King's Coronation service has been toned down.
Charles reportedly approved the change which came after a string of commentators criticised the new addition as divisive. Broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby, a friend of Charles who wrote the King's authorised biography, said the monarch would find the Homage of the People "abhorrent". The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, will now "invite" a show of support from the congregation rather than a "call" to those in the Abbey and elsewhere to swear allegiance to the King.
Read more here.
Charles and Camilla will be crowned later today (POOL/AFP via Getty Images)08:06Katie Weston
How Daily Mirror reported the Coronation in 1911
King Charles will follow in the footsteps of 20th Century sovereigns as he is crowned in Westminster Abbey today. He will put on the Supertunica, created for George V in 1911 and later the Imperial Mantle, first worn by George IV in 1821 and then worn at all coronations since 1911. Traditionally known as the "close pall of cloth of gold", the Supertunica is based on priestly robes worn at royal ceremonies dating back to Byzantine times.
It was made by Wilkinson & Sons, robemakers to the court. Today, the Daily Mirror used its front page to echo its coverage of George V's Coronation in 1911.
How ?@DailyMirror? and ?@MirrorRoyal? reported the coronation in 1911. pic.twitter.com/TZKPcu77MW
-- Andy Lines (@andylines) May 6, 2023 07:57Katie WestonUkrainian PM thanks King for his solidarity
The Ukrainian prime minister has thanked the King for his solidarity after the pair met during a reception last night.. Charles offered Ukraine his "unwavering support" when he met with the country's First Lady Olena Zelenska and prime minister Denys Shmyhal.
Mr Shmyhal said on Twitter: "It is a special honour to attend the reception of His Majesty King Charles III ahead of coronation. "We received assurances from His Majesty that (Ukrainian) people will have unwavering support until the final victory. Grateful for the solidarity."
Charles hosted heads of state from around the world at a Buckingham Palace reception on the eve of the Coronation.
King Charles speaks to the First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska and the Prime Minister of Ukraine (PA)07:48Katie Weston
Sisters spend GBP750 on London hotel so they can get a good spot along The Mall
Jenny Pegur and her sister Jane Soper spent GBP750 to stay at the Hilton in Tower Bridge so they could wake up early and get a good spot along The Mall. Speaking in St James's Park, Ms Pegur, who had travelled from Bristol, said: "This is my first royal event. We are never going to see this again.
My sister twisted my arm. I'm a bit nervous about the crowds. "We woke up at 3am and had the taxi booked for 5.45."
The pair are stocked up on Marks & Spencer sandwiches, and rose and pink champagne to drink. Ms Soper added: "I'm proud to be here. I just don't think people embrace it enough.
I just want to embrace being part of history so in 100 years' time when everyone looks at the photos they will see grandma there. "I'm proud of King Charles. Who else does a 70-year apprenticeship?
Who else has waited so long?"
Flags hang along the length of the Mall (Getty Images)07:40Nicola Small
Sniffer dogs carry out final sweep as guests start arriving
Outside Westminster Abbey, a team of sniffer dogs have arrived for a final security sweep before guests start arriving at 7.45am. The four-legged team have been searching bushes, drains and flower pots, and have seemingly found nothing suspicious. A massive security and policing operation, dubbed Golden Orb, is underway that will see 11,500 police officers on duty today alongside more than 9,000 military personnel taking part in the ceremony.
Met Police officers march along The Mall in London (PA)07:34Katie Weston
Thousands of soldiers arrive by train for Coronation
More than 5,000 armed forces personnel travelled by train to London Waterloo before marching off to take part in the Coronation.
Network Rail said it was the biggest movement of military personnel on Britain's railways since Sir Winston Churchill's funeral in 1965. Members of the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force and Commonwealth forces travelled to the UK's busiest railway station on Saturday morning on board seven South Western Railway trains and two chartered West Coast Railways trains. The soldiers, sailors and aviators arrived to the sound of a special announcement recorded by the King and Queen, which is being played at stations across Britain this weekend.
After leaving Waterloo, they marched over Westminster Bridge to assemble ahead of the Coronation.
Members of the Armed Forces arrive into Waterloo station (PA)07:25Katie Weston
Crowd remembers Princess Diana ahead of Coronation
Royal well-wishers are waving flags to remember Princess Diana ahead of the Coronation. Daily Mirror chief reporter Andy Lines is at the scene as thousands gather to mark the occasion. He wrote on Twitter: "rincess Diana remembered by some in the crowd."
Princess Diana remembered by some in the crowd. ?@MirrorRoyal? pic.twitter.com/lM1cc83jGq
-- Andy Lines (@andylines) May 6, 2023 07:19Katie WestonArchbishop of York arrives at Westminster Abbey
The Archbishop of York has arrived at Westminster Abbey.
Stephen Cottrell walked into the church while talking on his mobile telephone at around 6.45am. A bus carrying men wearing military uniforms, medals and hats, and women with fascinators also arrived at the abbey.
The inside of Westminster Abbey ahead of the Coronation (Royal Family)07:12Mia O'Hare
Holly Willoughby shows off impressive Coronation cake
Holly Willoughby has shown off her impressive baking skills ahead of her Coronation celebrations this weekend. The This Morning host, 42, wowed her fans with her hidden talent, which took her two days to complete.
The presenter admitted she "can't wait" to have a slice of the giant crown-shaped cake but is resisting until the big day tomorrow. Holly looked overjoyed with her creation as she posted a snap on her Instagram. Going with the patriotic theme by wearing a red T-shirt and blue jeans, she beamed as she held up the impressive cake for fans to see.
Holly wrote alongside the pic: "Well @julietsear and @thismorning I did it!!! Started it last night and just finished... don't look too closely... "It may not be perfect but I can't wait to have a slice with the kids and a glass of bubbles whilst watching the Coronation tomorrow ... whatever and wherever you are this weekend enjoy the moment and I hope the cake is involved somewhere!"
Read more here.
07:01Katie WestonFergie gets out the bunting to celebrate King's Coronation
Sarah Ferguson has got out the bunting and thrown a tea party with the late Queen's beloved corgis. Last night, the Duchess of York tweeted: "I hope you have got the bunting out ready for the Coronation tomorrow. "I certainly have.
Today I assembled a tea fit for a King which I shared with the residents at the Manor Care Home in Windsor to help them celebrate. "Enjoy the weekend!" Read more here.
I hope you have got the bunting out ready for the Coronation tomorrow.
I certainly have. Today I assembled a tea fit for a King which I shared with the residents at the Manor Care Home in Windsor to help them celebrate. Enjoy the weekend! pic.twitter.com/1ZyrtW8cNL
-- Sarah Ferguson (Fergie) (@SarahTheDuchess) May 5, 2023 06:45William WalkerEight key differences between King and Queen's Coronations
In an extravagant event at Westminster Abbey, King Charles will be crowned sovereign at his Coronation on Saturday.
The occasion is set to honour centuries of royal tradition, with both Charles and Queen Consort Camilla wearing priceless crowns adorned with precious jewels worth billions The service is one of the oldest royal events in history, dating back more than 1,000 years. However, the new king is said to have made some changes to reflect his role as monarch in modern Britain.
There will be some key differences at the ceremony on May 6, compared to Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation on June 2, 1953.
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Although changes have been made to scale down the royal extravaganza, the reportedly GBP100million affair has still been slammed by critics amid the cost of living crisis. Click here to read more on the key differences between the coronations
06:30KEY EVENTPrince Harry will NOT wear his military uniform or robes at King Charles' Coronation
Prince Harry will not wear his military uniform or robes at his King Charles' Coronation later today. The Duke of Sussex served in the Army for a decade and did two tours of Afghanistan but will not be allowed to adorn the military uniform because he is no longer a working Royal.
The same rules applied when Charles' youngest son and Prince Andrew wore morning suits for the Elizabeth II's funeral last September. Charles did permit Harry and Andrew to wear the uniform "as a special mark of respect" at the final vigil for the late Queen at Westminster Hall ahead of the funeral service. Read the full story here.
06:15William WalkerHuge police presence for coronation as Mirror reporters head to central London
There is a huge police presence for the coronation as the nation awaits the historic coronation of King Charles.
Daily Mirror chief reporter Andy Lines is at the scene as thousands gather to mark the occasion. He wrote on Twitter: "Massive security presence already in central London. "Huge queue of police officers inside the Trafalgar Square Pret.
Getting coffees before the madness ahead!"
Massive security presence already in central London. @MirrorRoyal pic.twitter.com/VDfhD3sgwU
-- Andy Lines (@andylines) May 6, 2023Some anti-monarchy protestors have also been spotted.
Anti monarchy group already here In Trafalgar Square. @MirrorRoyal pic.twitter.com/3M9TzyQDek
-- Andy Lines (@andylines) May 6, 2023From 6am this morning the viewing areas were opened along the procession route. In about an hour guests for Westminster Abbey are expected to begin arriving at security check points in Victoria Tower Gardens. The congregation will be seated inside the Abbey from 9am.
The service will begin at about 11am.
06:00KEY EVENTFull Coronation plans - including its very own emoji
The Coronation of King Charles III will honour centuries of tradition - but also crown his drive to modernise the monarchy by featuring a special Twitter emoji. Plans reveal the Crown Jewels will play a starring role during the religious service at Westminster Abbey today. And the Coronation Procession will feature hundreds of members of the Armed Forces from the UK, Commonwealth and British Overseas Territories, as well as the Sovereign's Bodyguard and Royal Watermen.
But His Majesty will also bring the ceremony firmly into the present with a Twitter emoji to be used via a set of hashtags across the bank holiday weekend. Treasures from the Crown Jewels on display will include the Sovereign's Orb, the Golden Spurs, bracelets known as armills, two maces, five swords, the Sovereign's Ring, the Sovereign's Sceptre with Cross and the Sovereign's Sceptre with Dove. From the jewels to the procession and its own emoji - learn more about what's involved in the day ahead here.
King Charles waving to well-wishers on The Mall yesterday (AFP via Getty Images)05:45KEY EVENT
Armed forces 'spectacular' Coronation display of 9,000 personnel
The nation's armed forces have promised a "spectacular" display of military pomp and pageantry when the King and Queen travel by carriage through the streets of the capital on coronation day.
The event is the military's largest ceremonial operation since Queen Elizabeth's 1953 coronation, with 9,000 servicemen and women deployed and 7,000 of these performing ceremonial and supporting roles. When the newly crowned Charles and Camilla ride in the Gold State Coach back to Buckingham Palace, their coronation procession featuring 4,000 ceremonial troops will stretch for a mile.
The Red Arrows display during the Queen's Jubilee celebrations in 2022 (PA)
Six months of planning followed by extensive rehearsals have laid the groundwork for the military event which will also see a King's Procession take the couple from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey - featuring a Sovereign's Escort of about 200 troops. A Ministry of Defence (MoD) spokesperson said: "It will be spectacular and with the precision and detail you would expect, we have taken key lessons and best bits from previous coronations, the Platinum Jubilee, Her Late Majesty's funeral and added them to our plan."
Click here to see every town RAF Red Arrows will fly over.
05:30William WalkerWhat to expect at the post-coronation royal lunch
The King and the Queen are set to enjoy a post-coronation lunch with the royal family and Camilla's nearest and dearest at Buckingham Palace after completing their public duties. They will be joined by a host of royals, as well as Camilla's relatives including, most likely, her sister and trusted confidante Annabel Elliot, her children Tom Parker Bowles and Laura Lopes, and her grandchildren, for the private celebration with their blended family.
The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis will be among the family heading back to the famous royal residence following the historic ceremony in Westminster Abbey. After the King and the Queen take a royal salute from the military in the Palace gardens and appear on the balcony with other members of the family for the flypast, official photographs will be taken by their favourite photographer Hugo Burnand in the Throne Room and the Green Drawing Room.
Portraits of the couple and group shots of senior royals and those who played a part in the coronation service will be arranged, before the King and Queen enjoy a cup of tea.
05:15William WalkerHow King and Queen spent night before big day
The King and Queen Camilla spent the night before their coronation dining together privately at Clarence House. The pair stayed at their much-loved London base, rather than at monarchy HQ Buckingham Palace, as they prepared for the historic, momentous task ahead of them. Charles moved into Clarence House - the former home of his grandmother the Queen Mother - in 2003.
The residence, built between 1825 and 1827 to the designs of John Nash, is a favourite of the couple and has been their home in the capital for 20 years. It was extensively refurbished and redecorated to their taste, and features many pieces from Charles's art collection and countless family photos. A short walk from Buckingham Palace, it stands beside St James's Palace.
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It will be a welcome place of refuge for the King and Queen as they get ready to take centre stage in front of a global audience of millions at the nation's first coronation for 70 years.
05:00William WalkerGeorge, Charlotte and Louis to join Coronation Procession back from Abbey
Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis will join the grand carriage procession back to Buckingham Palace after witnessing their grandfather being crowned.
The King and Queen will travel in the 261-year-old Gold State Coach, followed by three others carriages carrying working members of the royal family. The Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk, the man in charge of organising the historic occasion, described the return procession as a "glorious display of pageantry". Seven thousand troops will be on ceremonial duties, with 4,000 taking part in the procession itself escorting the King and Queen from Westminster Abbey at 1pm.
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The Princess Royal will ride on horseback behind Charles and Camilla as Gold Stick in Waiting and Colonel of the Blues and Royals, to the rear of the Gold State Coach.
In the first carriage behind the Gold State Coach will be the Prince and Princess of Wales with nine-year-old George, Charlotte, eight, and five-year-old Louis. It is not the youngsters' first experience of a royal carriage procession, with the trio waving to crowds from a landau during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations last year. Read more on the role of George, Charlotte and Louis here
04:45KEY EVENTWhat time does the Coronation start?
Guests will start arriving at Westminster Abbey at 6am, but the main activity won't kick off until a few hours later.
We'll first see the King at about 10.20am, when he will leave Buckingham Palace for the first of the day's two procession. These are the key timings for the King's Coronation:
6am - Viewing areas open along the procession route.
7.15-8.30am - Guests for Westminster Abbey begin to arrive at security check points in Victoria Tower Gardens.
9am - Congregation to be seated inside the Abbey.
9.30-10.45am - Heads of state, overseas government representatives, Government ministers, First Ministers, former PMs, foreign royals and members of the royal family arrive.
9.45am - The Sovereign's Escort of the Household Cavalry begin to gather ready for the procession from Buckingham Palace.
10.20am - The King and Queen Consort's procession sets off from the Palace.
10.53am - The King and Queen Consort arrive at Westminster Abbey.
11am - Charles and Camilla enter the Abbey through the Great West Door and the service begins.
12pm - The King is crowned. The Archbishop of Canterbury places the St Edward's Crown on Charles's head.
Trumpets will sound and gun salutes will be fired across the UK.
1pm - The service ends and the newly crowned King and Queen begin their coronation procession back to Buckingham Palace in the Gold State Coach.
1.33pm - Charles and Camilla are expected to enter Buckingham Palace through the Centre Arch.
1.45pm - The King and Queen Consort receive a royal salute from the military in the Palace gardens
About 2.15pm - The King, Queen Consort and members of the royal family appear on the Palace balcony to watch the flypast.
Coronation spirit will not be dampened as King Charles says 'rain is a blessing'
In typical British style, rain will play a major part during King Charles' Coronation as the historic event finally arrives. Charles and Queen Camilla will be enthroned in a ceremony which will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday morning, with more than 2,200 people in attendance. Thunderstorms hit London on Friday and steady rain is forecast for Saturday by the Met Office but Charles remained upbeat about the weather when he spoke to well-wishers on The Mall on Friday.
He told a group of campers: "I hope you don't all get soaked. Rain is a blessing... except for your camera!"
Umbrellas will be needed during King Charles' Coronation (Getty Images)
For the full weather forecast click here.
04:15William WalkerWho are the other guests?
King Charles and Queen Camilla have invited 2,200 people to with Coronation at Westminster Abbey today. While it mind sound like a lot, it's a much smaller guestlist than the late Queen, who had 8,000 people in her congregation.
From Government, we'll see Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his predecessors, including Boris Johnson and Liz Truss. The leader of the Opposition Sir Keir Starmer will also be there. First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf has accepted an invite, as has Sinn Fein's leader in Northern Ireland Michelle O'Neill.
President Joe Biden has declined his Coronation invitation, but his wife First Lady Jill Biden will be at the Abbey. European French president Emmanuel Macron, Germany and Italy's ceremonial presidents Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Sergio Mattarella will also be there.
It will be the third Coronation in a row to be affected by rain (AFP via Getty Images)
Chinese vice-president Han Zheng, Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese and Pakistani prime minister Shehbaz Sharif will also be there. Iran has not been invited to the King's coronation - joining a list that includes Russia, Belarus, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Syria and Venezuela.
And there will be no shortage of celebs to bring a bit of glamour to the event, with Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, Ant and Dec, David and Victoria Beckham and Rowan Atkinson on the guest list.
04:00KEY EVENTWhich royals will be at the Coronation?
Almost the entire UK royal family will attend the ceremony, including Prince Harry and Prince Andrew. Prince William and Prince George will have starring roles in the service, and Princess Anne will be front and centre for the procession. However Meghan Markle, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are missing the celebrations.
In a break from tradition, members of foreign royal families will be invited to the ceremony. Centuries-old tradition stated that a coronation should be a sacred ceremony between a monarch and their people in the presence of God. However, Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco will be attending, along with King Willem-Alexander and Queen
Maxima of the Netherlands, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, King Carl XVI Gustaf and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and Dragon King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and his wife Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck. Spain's King Felipe and Queen Letizia are expected to be there.
Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko of Japan will represent Emperor Naruhito at the ceremony.