King's Coronation: How to apply for a street party in your borough as deadlines fast approach

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The King's Coronation is just around the corner and that means It's almost time to get the bunting out, stock up on the tablecloths and bring out the 'big' chairs in anticipation.

The coronation of His Majesty The King Charles II and the Queen Consort will take place on Saturday, May 6, with celebrations taking place all throughout the bank holiday weekend until Monday, May 8.

Just like last year with the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, plenty of residents will be opting for a classic street party to coincide with the historic event - with plenty of food, games, and entertainment to bring the community together. READ MORE: There will be five bank holidays in April and May - all the dates But if you're wanting to host a street party of your own, then you're going to have to get your skates on as deadlines throughout Greater Manchester are already creeping up - with one borough having now already stopped taking applications.

Of course, there will be plenty of big parties, live events and celebrations going on up and down the country. For the King and Queen Consort themselves, they'll be attending the Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey on May 6, before partaking in a star-studded Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle on May 7.