Thames Valley Police 'immensely proud' to have supported Coronation Concert
More than 20,000 people enjoyed the event at Windsor Castle
Last updated 8th May 2023
Thames Valley Police have said they are 'immensely proud' to have supported the Coronation Concert yesterday (May 7) by working with partners to police Windsor.
The event at Windsor Castle was enjoyed by over 20,000 people, as well as a further 10,000 who enjoyed events along the Long Walk throughout the day.
Hundreds of officers from Thames Valley Police as well as the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, the Metropolitan Police Service, the Royal Household, British Transport Police and many others worked together to ensure the day to celebrate the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla ran as smoothly as possible.
As well as the Coronation Concert, many officers from Thames Valley Police, as well as staff and volunteers, supported community events and Big Lunches across the Thames Valley.
Strategic commander for our operation in Windsor, Assistant Chief Constable Christian Bunt said: “My thanks go to every single member of my team and our partners who have contributed to ensuring this iconic concert was an enjoyable event for all.
“While it is an honour for us to be involved in this operation to mark Their Majesties’ Coronation, it has only been possible because of so many people’s hard work and dedication.
“My priority throughout has been to ensure the public’s safety and provide an effective and proportionate policing response, which I believe we have achieved.
“I would like to thank concert-goers as well as residents, business owners and the thousands of visitors to Windsor this weekend for their cooperation.
“There was no significant disruption or incidents, and no protest activity took place in Windsor today.
"My officers have commented on how many positive interactions they've had with residents and visitors in the town which has made for such a lovely, celebratory atmosphere in Windsor today.”