Celebrating the Coronation

The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6th May, 2023.  Buckingham Palace has announced that ceremonial, celebratory and community events will take place over the Coronation Weekend between Saturday 6 and Monday 8 May 2023. These will include a special Coronation Concert, The Coronation Big Lunch and The Big Help Out.

Find out more about what is being organised across the country and register your event

Ways to get involved

The UK has a long history of organising street parties to celebrate large national events. Why not one with your neighbours to mark the occasion? You could apply for a road closure (more details below), hold a community lunch at your local pocket park, or join in with one of the events being organised by our local charities.

The Big Help Out

Volunteers are the unsung heroes of our communities, with over 12 million people donating their time during the Covid-19 pandemic to help others. Many of these volunteers were supporting charities and community organisations, and now thousands of them (of all shapes and sizes!) are coming together to give everyone the chance to try a new volunteering opportunity!

Register your opportunities or sign up to volunteer

Road closures

Cheshire East Council are waiving road closure fees for residents and groups organising events to mark the Coronation. Road closures must be applied for by Friday 31 March 2023. Please follow the link below for more information.

Visit the temporary road closures page for more information.

Funding and advice

The Big Lunch have lots of hints, tips and resources available for groups planning street parties and community get-togethers.

National Lottery grants 

The National Lottery are also offering grants of between £300 to £10,000 for any organisations wishing to apply for funding.

In order to apply your group must have a constitution, bank account, and two board or committee members who are not related. Applications close Friday 24 March 2023.

National Lottery awards for all England

Page last reviewed: 10 March 2023