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Celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III and the long Bank Holiday weekend with a host of royally themed events and activities.

Over the weekend, the expansive riverside grounds will come alive with music, face painting, lawn games for the family, a Street Food market serving delicious dishes from around the world, and bars serving a tempting selection of drinks including Pimms and Prosecco.

Event Programme:
Radio Coronation | 4th - 8 May
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Visit a world-class radio station, established especially at the Old Royal Naval College to broadcast celebratory Coronation messages to thousands of fellow amateur radio enthusiasts across the world. The messages set by shortwave radio, will be made possible by two impressive radio masts of 80’ (24.4m) and 40’ (12.2m) erected on Monument Gardens. Be part of this attempt to be make 14,000 contacts over the five days of operation – sit at the radio, take the microphone, and speak with people across the globe.
FREE Admission

Painted Hall Late | Friday 5th May
Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm 
On the eve of the Coronation, the Painted Hall will stay open late with a special ‘Coronation Community Ticket’ price.
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Film & TV Tours | Friday 5th, Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th and Monday 8th May
A fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of ‘the most popular filming location in the world.
Time: 12:30pm and 2:30pm 
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Comedy Royal Guards | Saturday 6th May
Time: 12noon - 3:00pm
The Royal Guards have hotfooted it over from Westminster Abbey and are on parade in the grounds. Look out for their lavish red coats and iconic bearskin-style hats and watch-out for their cheeky banter and razor-sharp wit.
FREE Admission

Royal Tours | Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th May
Time: 12 noon and 3:00pm 
Meeting Point: King William Undercroft
A specially curated Royal Tour will highlight royal connections with the site over the last 500 years from the Tudors to Charles III’s visits. It also highlights the many portrayals of the members of the Royal Family that have been filmed at the Old Royal Naval College, from The King’s Speech to The Crown.
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Live Music Acts | Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th and Monday 8th May
Time: 12 noon - 3:00pm 
Join Funktion Town, 6 Strings & A Cello and Everett as they bring the King Charles Lawn to life with live music.
FREE Admission

First Sunday Storytelling | Sunday 7th May
Time: 11:00am and 1:30pm 
Make the most of the £5 First Sunday entry fee, and join in our family-friendly storytelling session, which will feature special stories and rhymes featuring Kings and Queens. (Aimed at children from 5-10, but everyone is welcome.)
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Choral Eucharist for Coronation Sunday | Sunday 7th May
Time: 11:00am
Join the Chapel of St Peter and St Paul as we celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen Consort with a service featuring music by Purcell, Mozart, and Handel. (No need to book).
FREE Admission

Royal Afternoon Tea | Saturday 6th May
Time: 12 noon - 3:00pm
A majestic treat to celebrate the Coronation in true British style with a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, homemade scones with clotted cream and jam and a selection of cakes & sweet treats. 
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Sea Cadets Coronation Parade | Monday 8th May
Venue: Lower Grand Square
Time: 1:00pm 
450 Sea Cadets from across the UK, including their marching band, will parade in Lower Grand Square as a tribute to His Majesty The King. This rare spectacle will see 450 Sea Cadets joined by 100 colleagues the Army Cadet Force, the RAF Air Cadets, the Volunteer Police Cadets, St John Ambulance, the Fire Cadets, and Scouts; all from the London region.
FREE Admission

The Big Help Out | Monday 8th May
Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm 
Venue: King William Lawn
Highlighting the impact volunteering has on bringing together communities across the nation, and in tribute to His Majesty The King’s public service, Old Royal Naval College will be celebrating their own team of volunteers. There’s an opportunity to meet and chat to them and find out how you can get involved. The staff and volunteer choir will perform a short set at 11:30am to 11:45am on King William Lawn. 
FREE Admission

Coronation Pop-up shop | April onwards
Location: College Way
Opening Hours: 10:00am - 4:00pm 
Visit the shop in the Mews and check out the special selection of Coronation retail, including mugs, pins, books and much more!