There are a huge range of events going on in Oakham to mark the Coronation of King Charles III, including events to keep the whole family entertained across the Bank Holiday weekend.

His Majesty The King will be crowned in a special ceremony at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May 2023. 

Activities are planned as part of a huge national celebration, including a televised Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle on Sunday 7 May and a Coronation Big Lunch on the same day, where communities are invited to share food and fun together.  

Monday 8 May has been declared an additional Bank Holiday, with people encouraged to volunteer in their local areas as part of the Big Help Out - a scheme that officially kicks off on 8 May and encourages individuals and groups across the nation to get involved with any and all volunteers opportunities in their local community.

Read on to find out about the family-friendly events going on across Oakham and Rutland to mark the historic occasion...

Coronation Curry and Live Music

To celebrate the coronation, The Plough in Greetham will be hosting McGoo for some top live music, as well as a curry supper. 

This will take place on Saturday 6 May from 7:30pm. 

Call the venue on 01572 813613 to find out more.

The Plough in Greetham are hosting multiple events for the Coronation. Image credit: The Plough, Greetham.

Coronation Celebrations at The Admiral Hornblower

On Saturday 6 May, The Admiral Hornblower on Oakham High Street will be hosting a live screening of the Coronation from 11am in their garden area.

Guests can enjoy bottomless pizza with prosecco for £25, or upgrade to Pimms or bellinis for £30 from 12pm - 2pm. This must be booked and can be done so by calling 01572 723004.

The team will then be hosting live music from The Free Soul Sista and The Free Soul Band from 7.30pm onwards. This is free and food and drinks will be available to purchase.

The team are hosting live music and foodie events. Image credit: The Hornblower.

Great British Afternoon Tea

Welland Vale Garden Centre are hosting a Great British Afternoon Tea event to celebrate the Coronation on Saturday 6 May. 

From 12 - 3pm, choose between a sweet or savoury afternoon tea at the Uppingham-based Garden Centre.

Booking is not essential but recommended: 01572 822729.

This will cost £16 per person.

Enjoy a proper British afternoon tea. Image credit: Welland Vale Garden Centre.

Coronation BBQ and Live Music

The Lord Nelson in Oakham Market Place will be hosting a Coronation BBQ and live music to celebrate King Charles III on Saturday 6 May.

Their BBQ will take place from 12pm, and live music will begin at 7pm.

Enjoy breakfast and other events at The Lord Nelson too. Image credit: The Lord Nelson.

Service of Thanksgiving

A special service of Thanksgiving will be held at All Saints Church in Oakham to celebrate the Coronation on Sunday 7 May.  

This will take place at 10:30am and be followed by a parade heading into Cutts Close for the Party in the Park, hosted by Rutland's Lord-Lieutenant, who is currently fundraising to erect a statue of HM Queen Elizabeth II outside Oakham Library. Read more about this here.

The statue will be larger than life and located outside Oakham Library. Image credit: Nub News.

Party in the Park

Following the service on Sunday 7 May, a Party in the Park will be held at Cutts Close, with the permission of Oakham Town Council, where people can gather to enjoy activities and entertainment.

The Party in the Park is becoming a popular annual event. Image credit. Nub News.

Great Casterton Coronation Fete

On Sunday 7 May at 1pm Great Casterton will play host to a Coronation Fete to celebrate King Charles III. 

Money made will be donated to the Air Ambulance and Sue Ryder. 

£1 cash entry.

There will be stalls, a raffle, games, food and more.

Join the fun across Rutland. image credit: GCCF team.

Coronation Sunday Roast and Quiz Night

On 7 May Sunday, the day after the Coronation of King Charles III, The Fox and Hounds in Knossington will be hosting their ever-popular Sunday Roast from 12:00pm until 2:30pm. 

From 4:30pm they will be doing Crispy Brie roll with red onion chutney and beetroot ketchup, with slow cooked pulled pork finished in cola bbq sauce topped with apple slaw. 

This will go wonderfully with their Quiz night, which costs £2 per person to enter and starts at 6:30pm. 

Max 8 people per team. 

Call the team to book on 01664 452129. 

Find the venue at 6 Somerby Road, Knossington LE15 8LY.

The team serve great food, beer and fantastic chat. Image credit: Nub News.

Coronation Car Boot

On Monday 8 May, Rutland Showground will play host to a Coronation Car Boot Sale.

'Clear out to help out' is the theme and residents are encouraged to clear out their homes, garages and lofts to sell goods for charity. 

Funds raised will go to Rutland Foodbank, Rutland Citizens Advice, and For Rutland. 

There will be food and drink, a funfair, games, stalls and more. 

This will take place from 10am until 4pm. 

Clear out to help out at this fundraising event. Image credit: L-L of Rutland / Rutland Car Boot.

Caribbean Coronation Party

On 8 May, The Plough in Greetham will be hosting a Coronation party featuring The Midnight City Disco Band. 

This Caribbean themed event will begin at 2pm and include punch, a BBQ, live music and fancy dress (optional!)

Call the team on 01572 813613 to find out more.

Enjoy a weekend of celebrations across the County. Image credit: The Plough / Nub News.

Coronation Concert and Afternoon Tea

On Tuesday 9 May, Rutland harpist Harriet Flather will play a selection of classical and light music, with tea and cake served in the interval.

This event will take place from 2.30 to 3.30pm and entry is free.

Enjoy live music at Oakham Library. Image credit: Harriet Flather / Oakham Library.

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Enjoy the Coronation celebrations and long weekend, and don't forget to check out our What's On page for even more events going on locally in and around Rutland!