From Worksop to Hucknall – here are 10 community events for Nottinghamshire residents who want to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III this May.
5. Coronation party at Worksop College
On Friday, May 5, 4.30pm-6.00pm, Worksop College will host a coronation party. With fizz and cake, the college will celebrate the beginning of King Charles’ coronation weekend. Held in the Quad, you can expect live music from talented college musicians, a Great British Bake-off style cake competition, and a chance to come together as a community to commence the bank holiday celebrations.Extended family members and Old Worksopians are welcome. Tickets available at www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/38068. Photo: Worksop College
6. Indoor party at Southwell Minster
On Saturday, May 6, a party will be held from 11.00am-4.00pm at Southwell Minster. The coronation will be live streamed on a big screen from 11am, and the celebrations will start immediately following the broadcast (about 12.30pm). The day will be filled with music, activities, games with a licensed bar and food stalls on site. More information can be found at southwellminster.org/events/event/kings-coronation/. Photo: Southwell Minster
7. Coronation screening at Mansfield Museum
On Saturday, May 6, Mansfield Museum will be open from 10am-3pm. The museum will stream the coronation for members of the community, enabling residents to experience the historic event together. Photo: Mansfield Museum
8. Community fete, Meden Vale
On Sunday, May 7, from 10am-6pm, Meden Vale Colts FC will run a free fete for the community to celebrate the coronation. With food, activities and entertainment for all the family. Photo: Meden Vale Colts