SCOTS are being urged to host events to celebrate the King’s coronation – with a cash prize for communities as an incentive.
Communities will also receive a special letter from Charles and the Queen Consort to commemorate their participation if they sign up for the Coronation Big Lunch.
Thousands of celebratory events are expected to take place throughout the coronation weekend from May 6.
The UK Government released a map earlier this month, tracking all the coronation events taking place throughout the UK - which showed none registered in Scotland.
There is now 13 events being held in Scotland, one in Northern Ireland, three in Wales, and 202 in England.
The map, created by the department for culture, media and sport (DCMS), allows the organisers of lunches, picnics, street parties and other events to mark celebrations for King Charles being crowned.
The competition is open until March 30 for entries.
Community groups, schools and streets which stage a Big Lunch could also win a community garden designed and planted by the award-winning Eden Project, which is organising the celebration.
Participants are also invited to nominate their area as the friendliest place to live.
The winner will receive £2500 towards their next project and a Big Lunch hamper, while three runners-up will win £1000 for local community projects.
Grainne McCloskey, Scotland regional manager at Eden Project Communities, said: “We want to place community spirit at the heart of this historic occasion and encourage everyone in Scotland to join in.
“Even if you’re simply a group of neighbours who enjoy a wee chat together or you’re part of a school community, club or a local group, we want to hear from you.
“Scots are renowned for our friendliness, and this is an opportunity for people to come together sharing friendship, food and fun and to celebrate an historic event.
“There’s also a chance to win your community some fantastic prizes.
“Let’s celebrate those people who support each other and shape better futures together in the places where they live, but rarely get the recognition they deserve.
“Our competition is open to everyone until March 30, so there is still plenty of time to apply. Don’t be shy.”
Residents can register here, where they can download the royal letter along with free resources to help plan their event.
