As the official coronation of King Charles approaches, reports suggest that the future monarch has been practicing in a full-scale replica of Westminster Abbey. The coronation ceremony, which is set to take place on May 6th, has been planned to be held at the centuries-old Westminster Abbey, a historic landmark in London.
To prepare for the ceremony, a full rehearsal has been set up in a replica of the Westminster Abbey altar built within Buckingham Palace. The replica, described by a royal expert as “almost an exact copy” of the original, has been built in the Ballroom and features all the ceremonial items that will be used at the Abbey.
Jennie Bond, a royal expert, revealed in an interview with OK! Magazine that King Charles and other members of the royal family will use the replica to rehearse the ceremonial procession, including walking up and down the steps and sitting in the right place. Prince William is also said to be involved in the rehearsal process.
The replica set has been constructed to avoid the closure of the Abbey for multiple rehearsals. Jennie Bond explained, “The reason for building the ‘set’ is that officials then don’t have to close the Abbey for lots of rehearsals.”
The coronation of King Charles is a momentous event in British history, and the preparation process is just as important as the ceremony itself. By creating an exact replica of Westminster Abbey, King Charles and the royal family can ensure they have the best possible preparation for the big day.
