The coronation of King Charles III is almost upon us, and it will see millions around the UK and the world celebrate. May is also a bumper month for bank holidays, with an extra day off to celebrate the historic event. So how will this affect services like the post? …
Read More »What are the coronation swords? History of the royal blades and how are used when King Charles is crowned
King Charles III’s long-awaited coronation takes place on Saturday, with thousands of people flocking to London to witness the historic event, and millions more set to watch on television at home. Such an occasion mean Britain’s priceless Crown Jewels will be removed from the Tower of London, where they are kept under armed guard, and …
Read More »Are Post Offices open on bank holiday for the coronation of King Charles III?
With a bank holiday right around the corner, many people will be getting ready to enjoy a couple of days off work. However, if you’re hoping to send out some letters and parcels, it may be worth checking when the Post Office is actually open. This is because operating hours …
Read More »Collectors furious with Royal Mail after rise in ‘defacing’ stamps
© Provided by The Telegraph Cancelled stamp Furious stamp collectors have accused Post Office staff of defacing stamps with biro pens and rendering them “worthless”. Instead of being “cancelled” with official, dated postmarks, stamps are increasingly being scrawled on by Post Office workers, enthusiasts have said. Collectors and dealers have …
Read More »The heavens open over London as royal superfans are SOAKED in downpours a day before Coronation
Royal superfans have been soaked by torrential downpours today as the heavens opened up over London just a day before King Charles’s historic Coronation. Though the capital was drenched in heavy rain, spirits remained high as fans flock to the Mall to await the magnificent procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey …
Read More »Collectors furious with Royal Mail after rise in ‘defacing’ stamps
Furious stamp collectors have accused Post Office staff of defacing stamps with biro pens and rendering them “worthless”. Instead of being “cancelled” with official, dated postmarks, stamps are increasingly being scrawled on by Post Office workers, enthusiasts have said. Collectors and dealers have reported an alarming uptick in the practice, …
Read More »Princess Margaret & Prince Philip may have been a ‘challenging double act’, expert claims
This means that she either found the remark funny and couldn’t show that in a facial expression, or she was annoyed at something the Prince said. Judi suggested possible signals from this video clip that showed a “strong bond” between Margaret and Philip. “This subtle and rather ‘deadpan’ tie sign, …
Read More »Order your 164-page King Charles III and Queen Camilla coronation collector’s edition from our online shop
King Charles III’s coronation promises to be one of the most extraordinary and memorable days in royal history. It will be the first time most of us have ever witnessed the coronation of a new monarch and the weekend promises to be packed with pomp and ceremony, tradition and emotion. …
Read More »Toys, stamps and teabags: 10 Coronation mementoes for under £25
It’s been almost 70 years since we last saw the crowning of a monarch in the UK, so King Charles III’s coronation ceremony on Saturday is set to be a much anticipated once-in-a-generation event. While there will be public events and parties as well as the official Coronation Concert over …
Read More »King Charles’s reign rings in the changes
Issued on: 05/05/2023 – 11:44Modified: 05/05/2023 – 11:42 London (AFP) – From the national anthem to coins, stamps, prisons and warships, many everyday aspects of life in Britain have changed between the accession of King Charles III and his coronation on Saturday. The change in monarch triggered a wave of …
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