The Kings Coronation- what’s going on in Sheffield?
With the Kings Coronation coming up this weekend, I bet a lot of you are wondering what Sheffield has to offer.
Alongside the rest of the UK, the city will be doing its bit to celebrate this monumental moment in history.
This article will fill you in on everything you need to know before the bank holiday weekend.
What is the Coronation?
The King’s Coronation is a ceremony which will take place on the 6th of May, where HM King Charles III will be formally crowned as king.
The purpose of the ceremony is to reflect the Monarch’s role today and look towards the future, whilst performing lifelong traditions of the royal family.
It will take place in Westminster Abbey in London but can be watched live between 11am and 5pm on BBC IPlayer and ITVX.
On Sunday the 7th of May, there will also be a coronation concert taking place at Windsor Castle. Artists, such as Lionel Richie and Katy Perry, will be performing live to honour the historic occasion.
Where can I celebrate in Sheffield?
If you haven’t noticed already, many areas in Sheffield have been decorated with red, white and blue for the occasion.
However, the main event will be taking place at the Peace Gardens, which is located between the Moor and Arundel Gate in Sheffield’s city centre.
The event is organised by Sheffield City Council and residents are encouraged to come down and enjoy a celebration spreading across the 6th and the 7th of May.
What is happening on each day in the Peace Gardens?
On Saturday the 6th of May the Lord Mayor will be holding a Coronation party, which means you can watch the ceremony on a big screen whilst surrounded by the Sheffield community.
Once the royal proceedings are over, the family favourite film ‘Paddington’ will be shown, alongside various street entertainment acts.
On Sunday the 7th of May, the coronation concert will also be broadcast live on the big screen.
Before 3pm, there will be screenings of ‘Paddington 2’ and ‘The Boy Who Would Be King’.
How much will it cost and what should I bring?
The event is accessible to all as it is free of charge.
Guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets or something to sit on, alongside drinks and snacks.
Although there will be several food and drink places nearby where you can also grab refreshments.
Is there anything else going on?
Alongside the celebrations in the Peace Gardens, bars and restaurants across the city will be contributing to the celebratory atmosphere.
There will also be a series of street parties organised by neighbourhoods across the city.
St Matthews Church on Carver Street is one of the many hosting a street party, which will take place on Sunday the 7th of May.
Ian Burgess, who is a key organiser and the development worker at the Church, said: “This is an important time for us to get together. When a monarch is anointed, we should pray they’re full of wisdom and our country is in good hands.”
“Of course, you don’t have to be religious to attend, it’s a good knees up. We will have live music, hot pork rolls, beers, games. It will be a fun get together.”
The party will take place from 12:30pm until 4pm and tickets can be purchased on their website.
Should I attend?
Susan Ilison, 47, who is a Nurse from Sheffield and a Royal fan, said: “I’m so happy the council is making an effort to bring the community together.”
“This is a really monumental moment in history which everyone should see and take the opportunity to celebrate. I mean it’s been nearly 70 years since the last one.”
If you aren’t a fan of the Royal Family, the event is still a great chance to socialise with others and make the most of the bank holiday.
There will be a variety of free entertainment and definitely something for everyone to enjoy.