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King Charles III Coronation
May 6, 2023 - May 8, 2023
People across the country and the Commonwealth are invited to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort over a weekend of special events on 6–8 May.
The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort takes place on Saturday 6 May at Westminster Abbey in London. Their Majesties will be crowned in the same location as Her Late Majesty The Queen 70 years ago.
What’s on in Victoria
Cardinal Place & Nova
Spot the bearskin hats
On the 8th of May, marvel at the Royal Guards in traditional costumes, who are here to surprise and delight visitors. Catch them from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm at Cardinal Place and Nova
where they will break out into a hilarious, entertaining routine and take selfies with guests.
Musical performances at Cardinal Place rooftop & Nova – 1st & 8th May
12:00-14:00 and 16:30 -19:30 @ Cardinal Place
12:30-14:30 and 17:00-20:00 @ Nova
Find out more here
Biscuiteers
Purchase the Biscuiteers limited edition Coronation collection. Each biscuit is intricately hand-iced by artists at the Biscuiteers headquarters in Wimbledon, The Ministry of Biscuits. The royal-inspired designs include the beautiful crown, the royal ermine, the Sovereign’s Orb and sceptre and Westminster Abbey. You can also Celebrate the Coronation with Biscuiteers & Wild By Tart for a limited edition Coronation-themed icing class, followed by a lunch with us. What’s included: All the biscuits, icing and edible decorations you’ll need to hand-ice your own collection. The icing class will begin at Biscuiteers at 11:45am, where you will learn all the tips & tricks of icing your own biscuits followed by lunch at 1:30pm. Book Here
Brigit’s Bakery
Jump on the King Charles III Coronation Afternoon Tea Bus Tour. Until 31 May 2023, indulge in a quintessentially British afternoon tea on board a classic Routemaster bus, embellished with flags, crowns, and coronation decorations. Book Here
Boisdale
2nd – 5th May
Coronations are not something that comes around every day… so in the lead up to this historic moment, join Boisdale of Belgravia from Tuesday 2nd – Friday 5th May to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III in gastronomic style, with a feast fit for a king! They have curated a classy and classic four-course menu, accompanied by hand-picked wines. Alternative dishes are available on request. Book here
Taj Hotels
“In the name of the king” Feast
Saturday 29th April – Sunday 7th May
They will be offering a set lunch menu at TH@51, starting from this Saturday, 29th April until Sunday, 7th May. Booking is available now. Click here to see the menu.
360-Degree Video Booth at TH@51
Saturday 6th May
On Saturday 6th May, from 11 am to 3 pm, there will be a 360-video booth at TH@51 for guests to enjoy and take away a video as a souvenir of this iconic celebration. Fun for all the family.
Drinks at Hamptons & TH@51 Bar
Whisky flights will be served at both Hamptons and TH@51 Bar for all visitors during the celebration, including one of our great monarch’s favourite tipples – Churchill’s Breakfast – a whisky cocktail he enjoys occasionally, which is also in the coronation set lunch menu.
Bill’s
Tuesday 2nd – Monday 8th May
Eat like a King this Coronation with Bill’s take on British classics
Take a seat, wave your flag, and get patriotic with the ‘King’s Chippy Tea’. A nod to the old fish & chips, this crispy fish goujon burger with lemon mayo, crushed peas & pickled red onion is sure to get the pinky’s out and cups of tea a flowing.
Guests can finish off the feast with our quintessentially delicious and oh-so-creamy ‘A Right Royal Mess’. Complete with strawberries, blueberries & crushed meringue with white chocolate mousse and warm white chocolate pieces, this dessert will have you feeling worthy of a crown by the end of your meal.
The Rubens at the Palace
1st May – 1st August
A colourful array of sweet and sticky cakes and pastries, including a delicate crown made from Opalys white chocolate and a cherry chocolate brownie, are paired with dainty finger sandwiches to offer you a delightful affair steeped in traditional British flavours.
Please note: This tea will not be available on the 6th May in The Palace Lounge or The English Grill, or the 7th May in The English Grill.
Venue: The Palace Lounge | The English Grill Price: From £70 per person | £35 per child under 12 years old Book here
The Palm House Victoria
5th May
Whether you’ve escaped the office early or you’re down in London for the Coronation weekend, head down to The Palm House for tropical cocktails, beers, and fresh tacos, stay late for DJs and live Sax well into the night!
6th May
Join The Palm House on Coronation Day for bottomless brunch, where their DJs and live Sax will provide the soundtrack to 3 delicious courses and 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks. In the evening, pull on your dancing shoes for a night that starts at your table and ends on the dance floor, expertly hosted by their DJ and live singer.
8th May
Round off the weekend with bottomless brunch. Enjoy 3 delicious courses and 90 minutes of free-flowing rum punch, beer and bubbles under swaying palm trees. Book Now
The Ivy Victoria
For the crown jewel of your bank holiday weekend, celebrate The King’s Coronation at The Ivy. Feast on majestic dishes like our Grilled Fillet of Beef, complemented with mushroom sauce and crowned with 24ct gold leaf. Whilst with them, cheers to the Coronation with their selection of gin cocktails, inspired by King Charles III himself. For the perfect serve, choose The King’s Martini made with Beefeater Crown Jewel Gin. Find out more
The Goring
Get street party ready, with the Goring’s bar team’s delicious ‘Congratulations, Your Majesty’ cocktail. First, shake together 15ml of delicate Lanique Spirit of Rose and 5ml of The King’s Ginger with elderflower liqueur and Sūpāsawā, 5ml of each. Double strain into a flute and top with Champagne for a celebratory drink that sparkles. Too much like hard work for a Bank Holiday weekend? Simply ask the masterful Massimo to mix one for you instead!
