A coronation chair thought to have been used by Anglo-Saxon kings is one of the treasures going on display at York Minster from this weekend.
The cathedral is celebrating the coronation of King Charles with an updated exhibition showcasing royal treasures from the its historic collection.
Once believed to have been used as Anglo-Saxon kings were crowned, and more recently in the enthronement of the Archbishops of York, the coronation chair was carried ablaze from York Minster following a fire in 1829.
Other items in the exhibition – Majesty: Monarchy and York Minster – include a Bible and matching Prayer Book, bound in red velvet and finely decorated in silver with the keys of St Peter, purchased by York Minster with a grant from King Charles I in 1633.
Chinese silk gifted to Queen Victoria on her wedding day which has been transformed into burses and veils used in preparation for the celebration of Holy Communion, and a Victorian fire bucket with a royal crest, will also be on show.
Visitors can also try on regal robes, bear a crown and sceptre, and pose for a majestic photograph showing off their best royal wave with a soft-toy corgi, before adding their wishes for the Coronation year to a special crown-shaped tag.
Majesty: Monarchy and York Minster runs from this Saturday, 25 March during normal visiting times until Sunday 1 October.
Entry is included with a standard admission ticket and entry to York Minster is free for York residents with valid proof of address.