Charles and Camilla in lavish robes and wearing their crowns returned with a wave the cheers of the crowds, who filled The Mall after braving downpours to see a colourful ceremonial military procession not seen for 70 years.
The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis joined the monarch as did the pages of honour.
The royals are expected to watch a flypast from the balcony, which has been scaled down due to “unsuitable weather conditions”.
A few minutes past midday, Charles became the 40th reigning sovereign to be crowned at Westminster Abbey, the nation’s coronation church since 1066, as Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby placed St Edward’s Crown on his head.
The historic moment, watched around the globe, was a fulfilment of the King’s destiny, but followed the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, last September after a 70-year reign.
21. The Coronation Procession travels along The Mall f
Thousands of members of the armed forces from across the Commonwealth and British Overseas Territories, members of the UK armed forces, and the Sovereign's Bodyguard and Royal Watermen, are taking part in the celebrations through central London in the largest military operation in 70 years. Photo: James Manning
22. King Charles III is crowned with St Edward's Crown by The Archbishop of Canterbury
King Charles III is crowned with St Edward's Crown by The Archbishop of Canterbury the Most Reverend Justin Welby during his coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey, London. Photo: Victoria Jones
23. King Charles III during his coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey
King Charles III during his coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey, London. Photo: Jonathan Brady
24. The Duke of York leaving the coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
the Duke of York leaving the coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in Westminster Abbey, London. Photo: Yui Mok