The public has been encouraged to share how they will celebrate King Charles’s coronation – whether it is attending a street party or sitting in the pub all day – on a digital map set up by the government.
People will be able to share events they are hosting over the coronation weekend from 6 May to 8 May such as coronation big lunches and volunteering activities in an attempt to foster local community spirit.
The coronation of the king and queen consort will take place at Westminster Abbey on the morning of 6 May and will be conducted by the archbishop of Canterbury.
Tens of thousands of street parties are expected to be staged during the weekend, with people urged to come together across the nation for the coronation big lunch on 7 May.
Pubs, clubs and bars across England and Wales will be allowed to stay open for two extra hours over the coronation weekend, the government said.
Home secretary Suella Braverman will extend licensing hours from the normal 11pm to 1am to allow people to “enjoy an extra pint or two”.
Culture secretary Lucy Frazer said: “We want everyone up and down the country to have the opportunity to get involved in the coronation of his majesty the king and her majesty the queen consort.
“Our interactive map will help you find activities, events and celebrations nearby.
“Whether you’re hosting a street party, planning a big lunch, a screening or activity for the Big Help Out, we want to hear from you.
“This is a fantastic occasion to come together with friends, family and your local community to mark this historic moment.”
Prime minister Rishi Sunak said he will be hosting a big lunch at Downing Street with community volunteers from across the country to be among the guests.
The map can be found here.
