However, he delighted crowds who had started to gather in The Mall earlier this week, by emerging from his limousine to shake hands and chat with people who have come to London from home and abroad.

placeholder image — However, he delighted crowds who had started to gather in The Mall earlier this week, by emerging from his limousine to shake hands and chat with people who have come to London from home and abroad.

In Pictures: King meets his people and carries out engagements on coronation eve

By Staff reporter

Published 5th May 2023, 19:52 GMT

Updated 5th May 2023, 19:55 GMT

The King met his people and welcomed visitors from around the world on the eve of the coronation.

Charles had attended a rehearsal for Saturday’s ceremony, the first since his mother was crowned in 1953, at Westminster Abbey.

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In his role as head of the Commonwealth, Charles also met leaders from the bloc of nations, in a reception at Marlborough House.

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In his role as head of the Commonwealth, Charles also met leaders from the bloc of nations, in a reception at Marlborough House.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and other heads of government met the King, who also hosted visiting heads of state in the evening.

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and other heads of government met the King, who also hosted visiting heads of state in the evening.

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