Details of some of the events were outlined at the meeting of the full Council.

Conservative councillor Michael Kurn said he hoped there would be a better show than for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee last year.

Cllr Kurn said: “With the coronation for King Charles III fast approaching, what plans are in place to celebrate this event of national importance in our historic city? This after the notable absence of recognition for her late Majesty the Queen's Platinum jubilee in which many residents noticed there was no real effort especially in our city centre to mark the occasion.

"I know cities across the country will be making great effort to make this occasion memorable for all, especially as the last time we witnessed a coronation was in 1953. As a former capital city I'm sure many will agree it is important we play our part to honour our new King.”

Cllr Lucille Thompson, cabinet member for business and culture, replied: “For the Platinum Jubilee, the council awarded grants to enable a dozen community Jubilee events to happen in village, town and city communities, spanning from Micheldever in the north of the district to Wickham in the south.

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"In addition, five parish councils received direct grants to support celebrations for their communities. Road closure applications were made free of charge and the city council processed 49 of these to allow our communities to come together. The city council supplied The Queens Green Canopy plaques to mark the planting of trees in 24 parishes, 48 city council housing sites and 27 council-maintained open spaces along with a special Platinum Jubilee planting display at the Bar End roundabout.

"Events and celebrations taking place across the district were promoted via the council’s corporate and Visit Winchester websites and social media channels. Since last Autumn, information about the King’s coronation, along with opportunities such as grants and advice, including information on road closures and top tips for holding events, has been available and kept up to date on the council’s website."

She said the council will be dressing the city with union flag-themed bunting and associated displays, including the Guildhall and a coronation-themed floral carpet on Bar End roundabout.

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Celebrations in Alresford, Denmead, Wickham, Bishop’s Waltham and Whiteley are being supported through £800 grants to parish councils to help with their plans for events and street dressings.

Winchester Cathedral is planning to offer a free event including a live streaming of the coronation on a big screen.

The council is working with Winchester BID and businesses to put on events. Grants have been made available to support community celebrations for the King’s Coronation. Five grants have been awarded/under consideration to date. Applications for grants up to the value of £1,000 can be made up to February 28 2023. Road closures for street parties have been made available free of charge and early applications have been encouraged. To date 20 applications have been received.