A GOLDEN coach accompanied by King Charles Spaniel footmen will be one of the highlights when Malpas celebrates His Majesty's coronation next month.

There will be celebrations taking place in the town on Sunday, May 7 and there will be entertainment for children.

There will be a parade in High Street and event organiser Dr Liane Smith advised people to get there early to find parking.

She said: "Malpas celebrates the coronation of King Charles III in style on Sunday May, 7 with a grand parade along the high street starting at 12.30pm.

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"Rivalling our Platinum Jubilee Parade we have an exciting line up including Chester City Band, the fire brigade, morris dancers, our local school children with crowns and gowns, Leeks and Daffodils, 'the Scottish Highlands' with bagpipes, One Acchord choir and more.

Whitchurch Herald:

"Central to it all of course is our wonderful golden coach with guest appearance by 'King Charles' and 'Queen Camilla' accompanied by footmen, King Charles Spaniels, and a parade of horses and ponies.

"The King and Queen will be crowned at the Recreation Ground and then the country fair games and events will take place.

"There are lots of refreshment options, stalls with traditional crafts, games for children including hobby horse racing, a dog show and, a first for Malpas, 'sheep racing.'

"Please be aware that Malpas High Street will be closed and no parking will be possible along the street before or during the parade.

"You are advised to share cars and park at a distance.

"Get there early to find a space."

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