This year the UK will mark the Coronation of King Charles III with a three-day bank holiday weekend.
To help Island residents celebrate the occasion, the Isle of Wight Council in partnership with Island Roads is simplifying the process for private residential street parties, so that organising an event is as easy and stress-free as possible.
Private residential street parties
Street parties are a great opportunity for communities to come together, usually organised by a group of residents who get together and make arrangements to celebrate with their neighbours, friends and families.
For anyone wishing to hold a street party over the extended bank holiday weekend (Saturday 6 May to Monday 8th May 2023), the council asks that applications are submitted by 24th February 2023.
Residents can email [email protected] to request a street closure and an application pack.
Jordan: We want everyone to have fun
Cllr Phil Jordan, Cabinet member for highways, said,
“Having a private residential street party is easier than you may think and is a great way to meet your neighbours, build community spirit and, of course, to celebrate this fabulous event.
“We want everyone to have fun, and this means removing as many barriers as possible so that organising an event is as easy and stress-free as possible.
“We hope that as many neighbourhoods as possible will take the opportunity to join in.”
For guidance including tips, ideas, advice and support on organising a street party, you can visit the Gov Website.
The Coronation will see people across the UK and the Commonwealth come together to celebrate.
The Coronation programme will include the procession and service at Westminster Abbey on 6 May, the ‘Coronation Big Lunch’ across the country on 7 May (with a concert taking place in Windsor in the evening), and ‘The Big Help Out’ community activity on the bank holiday, Monday 8 May.
The Coronation Big Lunch
The Coronation Big Lunch, on 7 May, will encourage communities to come together, celebrate their connections and get to know each other better. It will bring the Coronation festivities into the heart of every community. More detail on getting involved is available on the Coronation Big Lunch Website.
The Big Help Out
The Big Help Out, on 8 May, will provide an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of His Majesty’s service and showcase the impact of volunteering within communities. People across the UK will be able to get involved and more detail is available on The Big Help Out Website.
National Lottery funding
Community groups can apply through the National Lottery Awards for All programme for funding of up to £10,000 for Coronation events and activities
Don’t miss the deadline
National Lottery Awards for All does not have a deadline, but it can take up to 12 weeks from the point of application submission to receiving funding, which means applications for the Coronation weekend should be made before the middle of February.
Further details are available here.
News shared by Isle of Wight council press office, in their own words. Ed
