Coronation Celebrations in Salisbury
Our historic city is paying tribute to King Charles III across the whole Bank Holiday weekend, with tonnes of culture, craft and community. From a Live Screening at Salisbury Cathedral to The Big Gig in the Guildhall Square with ‘The Deloreons’, Salisbury has something for everyone to enjoy!
Before the Big Day…
Salisbury Cathedral are kickstarting the fun on 29th April by inviting you to pop along and make some colourful coronation bunting – ready to go on display in The Cloisters over the ceremonial weekend! Be sure to stop by the special ‘Encounters with Kings’ exhibition in the Library while you’re there.
From the 2nd May, our iconic Cathedral will also have a magnificent replica of the Queen’s Coronation Robe on display in the St Lawrence Chapel.
There is something for even the littlest of people at Salisbury Cathedral: bring your toddlers to a craft workshop on 5th May and make a crown fit for royalty – then pose on a throne for a super-sovereign-selfie! This continues into 6th May where older children are also invited to get involved.
Replica Coronation Robe © Finbarr Webster
Coronation Day 👑- Saturday 6th May
Salisbury Cathedral will be the place to be to watch the coronation LIVE on the BIG screen! The refectory will also be serving food & drink, and the gift shop will be open as usual – the perfect time to grab a souvenir for this significant day in royal history!
From 1pm, join Swing Unlimited and their singers on the west lawn for some musical fun and a tasty outdoor barbecue in the afternoon!
Harnham Community Sports & Social Club are hosting a spectacular live music celebration with The Deloreons, supported by local band Signature Vision. Starting from 6pm, the award-winning party band will have the dancefloor filled as the Coronation Day draws to a close. Be sure to get yourself a ticket for just £7.50 – they’ll sell out fast!
Swing Unlimited at Salisbury Cathedral © Henk Leerin
Sunday 7th May
THE BIG LUNCH – Queen Elizabeth Gardens will be home to a traditional British ‘Fete in the Gardens’ from 11am on Sunday 7th May! Hosted by Salisbury City Council, there will be lots of fun games and activities for the whole family to get involved in. The event will also feature live music, a puppet show, community stalls, and food vendors. Alternatively, bring a royal picnic along and spend the afternoon relaxing by the river in celebration of our new King.
THE BIG GIG – After an afternoon by the river, head over to Salisbury Market Square at 3pm for the Big Gig! With a selection of brilliant bands lined up, there will surely be something that’ll have you dancing the night away... Headliners, The Deloreons, will end the evening in style to top of Sunday's celebrations!
Salisbury Cathedral finishes off their weekend of celebration with an afternoon service on Sunday 7th May to celebrate and give thanks to the new King.
Monday 8th May
THE BIG HELP OUT – As King Charles takes his place on the throne, he’s asked us all to help those in need on the Bank Holiday. The ‘Salisbury Foodie Network’ will be out in force on Monday 8th from 12pm – 4pm to collect as many food items as possible. If you can spare anything, be sure to pop down to the Market Square to make your donation.
… And there will be much, much more to come! Keep your eyes peeled on Experience Salisbury’s Coronation Hub for all the events, offers and promotions across the city. From daytime food and activity offers to night’s out across the city, Experience Salisbury will have EVERYTHING on offer for the Coronation in one place!