Join Chichester Cathedral across the Coronation weekend for services and events in celebration of His Majesty King Charles III.
1. Celebration event and screening on the Cathedral Green
We're joining forces with Chichester BID to spearhead the city centre’s celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III on Saturday 6th May, supported by Chichester District Council.
All are welcome to come together to mark this historic occasion on the picturesque Cathedral Green where a large outdoor screen will broadcast the Coronation Parade and Ceremony live. Deck chairs will be set out for people to gather for picnics whilst watching the proceedings and there will be themed arts, crafts, games and face painting for children to enjoy.
Other events taking place this spring, include a free Easter Trail that will run from 1st - 16th April.
2. Showcase from the Cathedral Library
Discover a number of artefacts from the Cathedral's Library, on show within our North Transept. From a copy of the Death Warrant of Charles I, signed by William Cawley (Mayor of Chichester), through to service sheets from the Coronation of former Monarchs.
3. A Service to Celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III
On Sunday 7th May at 3.00pm we invite you to join us for a service to celebrate His Majesty, King Charles III. An evocation of the Coronation’s liturgy, encouraging us to reflect on our own service to our community, and featuring ‘Zadok the Priest’ by G.F. Handel, ‘I was glad’ by C.H. Parry, a poetic homage to the King from Kate Mosse, and trumpets aplenty!
Special prayers will be said over the weekend.
4. The Big Help Out @ Chichester Cathedral
To mark His Majesty The King’s Coronation, thousands of organisations across the country are getting together to give us all the chance to help out in our own local communities. As part of The Big Help Out, we invite the local community to come and volunteer to help us shine the brasses; dust the Cathedral chapels; and deep clean the choir stalls to keep those moths away!