There will also be a series of royal-themed programmes across the coronation weekend, including special royal editions of the Antiques Roadshow, Songs of Praise and Countryfile, with the latter exploring the King’s passion for rural affairs.

The BBC says that in line with the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, where millions tuned in to watch a coronation for the first time, the corporation will be at the forefront of technology - with iPlayer streaming the day’s events live from multiple locations in Ultra High Definition and High Dynamic Range. The former Marine who attended Prince Harry’s wedding to Meghan Markle, has previously said he will be “forever grateful” to the Prince for the part he played in his recuperation, describing him as “one of the key people who created one of the key catalysts in my recovery”. He suffered facial injuries, lost two fingers and severely damaged his right elbow. Mr Chalmers was severely injured in an IED blast while serving in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in May 2011. The BBC’s lineup will also include JJ Chalmers, the presenter and former Royal Marine, who will speak to members of the military as they prepare for one of the largest parades in living history. The Absolutely Fabulous actress, who provided commentary for Sky News for Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee last year, will be attending the service at Westminster Abbey in May as a guest of the King and Queen.ĭame Joanna, 76, will then be joining the broadcaster's Coronation line-up, which includes royal events commentator Alastair Bruce and presenters Kay Burley and Anna Botting.

Meanwhile, Dame Joanna Lumley will join Sky News for its coverage of the Coronation. People will be relying on the BBC for coverage of what promises to be a memorable weekend.” Mr Edwards said: “Few broadcasters have the privilege of working on a coronation and I’m delighted to be involved. Ceremony, spectacle and a right royal celebration – it’s got all the ingredients of a weekend worth watching.”

Speaking about the announcement, Ms Young said: “I’m very happy indeed to be part of the BBC’s Coronation coverage, as our cameras capture history in the making.

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