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Best coronation decorations for a royal party fit for King Charles III
Hang out the bunting and celebrate the coronation in style with balloons, napkins, a cake stand and more
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Your support makes all the difference.King Charles III’s coronation is just over a week away – and royal excitement is rapidly mounting. The momentous occasion will happen on Saturday 6 May, in a ceremony held at Westminster Abbey. Queen Consort Camilla is set to be crowned at the same time too.
Should you be a firm fan of the monarchy, or simply love an excuse for a royal knees up, it’s an ideal excuse for a get-together and we’re anticipating nationwide street parties to mark the occasion. The weekend stretches out over three days, as there’s a bank holiday rounding off the celebrations too. Whether or not you’re a royalist, the long weekend will be a good reason to raise a glass.
As always, our expert team has been keeping a keen eye on the best buys to shop and there’s everything from coronation memorabilia to royal-themed food hampers available right now. You might even fancy making the coronation quiche King Charles and Camilla have plumped for as their signature party dish.
If you are planning on hosting a celebratory soirée or cooking up a royal feast, you’ll likely be in the market for some coronation decorations. From bunting and balloons to paper napkins, cake stands and more, there are plenty of party picks to peruse.
Keep scrolling to shop the top coronation decorations to help you celebrate this historical royal moment in style.
Best King’s coronation decorations
M&S Union Jack coronation bunting: £7, Marksandspencer.com
Nothing says classic British celebration like bunting, and this 3m string features 20 Union Jack flags. The 100 per cent cotton bunting will instantly create a party mood, and it’s reusable for future events too. We’re picturing it strung across a wall, window, fence or gazebo in preparation for the coronation weekend.
Coronation party balloon arch decoration: £18.71, Notonthehighstreet.com
Add some fun to party proceedings with this balloon-arch decoration. Featuring a selection of different-sized balloons in red, white and blue, there are also cardboard crowns attached. You’ll receive 65 balloons in total, with some featuring gold-crown details, and the set comes with everything you need to assemble the arch.
Talking Tables coronation paper tablecloth: £7, Amazon.co.uk
Pop a festive tablecloth underneath your party plates, by shopping this patterned pick. The coronation-themed cloth depicts the royal crown, lion and unicorn, as seen in the family’s coat of arms. Plus, the words “three cheers for his majesty” add a joyful vibe. This paper tablecloth measures 180cm x 120cm and can be recycled after your party.
Decorative coronation kit: £14, Next.co.uk
Get set for the coronation with this decorative kit, featuring paper accessories such as bunting and hanging baubles. The red, white and blue decorations will add a colourful touch to any living space, should you be having a big party or just marking the occasion with family.
London bus cake stand: £19.99, Lakeland.co.uk
This London bus cake stand doubles up as a decorative centrepiece to place on your party table. The red 67cm x 38.5cm decoration is made from FSC-certified card and it comes with a three-year guarantee too. There are three layers on which to place sweet treats, and we think the bunting illustration perfectly completes the coronation scene.
Ginger Ray coronation bunting party like royalty: £7, Sainsburys.co.uk
Add some party bunting to your indoor or outdoor space with this paper and twine decoration. We think the simple message and crown symbols make for a fun take on coronation celebrations. The 1.8m bunting has two strings and could be hung up over a party table or as a statement wall decoration.
M&S king’s coronation napkins, 20 pack: £2.25, Ocado.com
Complete a royal afternoon tea setup in style with themed napkins, courtesy of this coronation pack from Marks & Spencer. The napkins are decorated with King’s Guard sentries set on a blue backdrop. A great option for little ones at a picnic or for brightening up your regal tablescape, the £20 pack is also pleasingly affordable.
Union Jack plates, 8 pack: £1.80, Hobbycraft.co.uk
Get set for putting on a royal spread with these Union Jack plates. You’ll find eight 23cm x 23cm plates in the pack, and they feature a white centre trimmed with a Union Jack design. There are also matching Union Jack flag cups (£1.80, Hobbycraft.co.uk). These are only available for click and collect.
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