The Coronation Weekend of Their Majesties The King and The Queen: #6for6th

From hosting street parties to picnics in the park – however you intend to celebrate the Coronation this bank holiday (5 – 8 May 2023), we want you to do so safely!

The Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May 2023.

We’ve put together our six steps to keep your celebrations running smoothly:

TRAVEL

There will be a number of road closures due to street parties, activities and events, so plan your journey in advance! 

Check with your Local Authority for any road closures or celebrations that could effect you, keep emergency service vehicle access in mind f you’re having a party and remember, if you’ve been drinking alcohol, you could still be over the legal limit the next day. 

Complete your P.O.W.D.E.R.S checks before setting off on your journey.

Why don’t you familiarise yourself with the Fatal 5? 

RESPECT

Respect our emergency workers and work with us, not against us.

We know it’s distressing when you’re waiting for help, but abusing emergency service workers is not the answer. We are here to help you, and can’t do that if you attack us. The safety of our crews comes first and if it becomes compromised, might have no choice but to leave a scene. 

If you need assistance from us or our emergency service colleagues, please respect us and work with us, not against us. 

WATER

If you’re celebrating near water or the coastline, be SAFE

SPOT the dangers  

ADVICE – follow safety signs and advice  

FRIEND – stay close to a friend or family member  

EMERGENCY – shout for help and call 999 or 112

In an emergency, dial 999 and ask for the Fire and Rescue Service if inland or the Coastguard at the coast. 

For more advice and guidance, please visit our Water Safety Page. 

ALCOHOL

Injuries and accidents can occur under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Being distracted or falling asleep while cooking are both major contributors to domestic fires, but adding a few cheeky drinks into the mix could be a recipe for disaster, putting your home, loved ones and yourself at risk. 

Don’t risk being one of the 100,000 drink or drug drivers caught each year. You could face a minimum 12 month ban, a large fine, a criminal record or even imprisonment. 

BARBECUES

Planning a Coronation BBQ? Keep the steaks low by following our safety advice! 

• Never light a barbecue indoors   
• Make sure that your barbecue is in good working order   
• Keep a bucket of water, a bucket of sand or a garden hose nearby – in case of emergencies!  
• Ensure your barbecue is on a flat surface and well away from buildings, fences, trees and shrubs   
• Use only enough charcoal to cover the base of the barbecue to a depth of about 50mm (two inches)  
• Keep children, garden games and pets well away from the cooking area   
• DON’T attempt to cook if you’ve been drinking alcohol 

RUBBISH

If you have an increase in rubbish following the bank holiday weekend, don’t be tempted to burn garden or household waste.  

Take responsibility for your waste! 

Contact or visit your local authority’s website for information on collections and recycling centres, or visit Wales Recycles.  

If you choose to dump rubbish, you could be fuelling the fire and choosing to contribute to a tragedy.