Celebrations of the King's Coronation are set to be held at Stevenage's Event Island.

On Monday, May 8, the free event will include a food court, mobile bar, learn to cycle with Stevenage Cycling Hub and live music. 

There will also be a variety of stalls, and new leisure contractor Everyone Active will also be bringing their Healthy Hub trailer to carry out health checks and host some fun activities.

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Mayor of Stevenage Councillor Margaret Notley said: “This is a chance for the community to come together over the special bank holiday weekend to celebrate a significant moment in history, the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III.

The Comet: A bank holiday to mark the King's Coronation will take place on Monday, May 8A bank holiday to mark the King's Coronation will take place on Monday, May 8 (Image: PA)

“We have organised an afternoon jampacked with activities for the whole family to enjoy, and we hope that it will bring people together to celebrate this momentous occasion.”

Festivities will take place from midday to 4pm at Event Island - the former bus station in the town centre. 

For more information, visit www.stevenage.gov.uk/news-and-events/news/kings-charles-iii-coronation