Here is how much King Charles’ coronation cost British taxpayers?

Approximately 20 million people in the UK watched the coronation at Westminster Abbey on television, significantly fewer than the 29 million who tuned in to Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in 2022.

The ceremony was attended by dignitaries from across the globe, and a star-studded concert was held at Windsor Castle the following evening.

The DCMS annual report and accounts, detailing its role as the lead department under Rishi Sunak’s government in collaboration with the royal household, stated that it had “successfully delivered on the central weekend of His Majesty King Charles III’s coronation, enjoyed by many millions both in the UK and across the globe.”

Describing the event as a “once-in-a-generation moment,” the department highlighted its role in fostering nationwide celebration while providing “a unique opportunity to celebrate and strengthen our national identity and showcase the UK to the world.”

The historic occasion, which marked Charles’ formal crowning, was watched by millions globally and by thousands of Britons who lined the streets. Adorned in fur and velvet robes with golden accents, Charles, then 76, took his seat in the 700-year-old Coronation Chair as the Archbishop of Canterbury placed the ornate St Edward’s Crown upon his head. The following evening, a star-studded concert featuring Take That, Olly Murs, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie was held at Windsor Castle in celebration.

While the final cost is yet to be disclosed, estimates suggest it exceeded $125 million (£100 million), highlighting the scale of the event.