King Charles III proclamation Wyre: These were the scenes at the historic ceremony welcoming new monarch
Wyre welcomed in King Charles III with their own proclamation ceremony
It took place outside the Civic Centre in Poulton, and coincided with similar ceremonies in towns and cities across the country following on from the national proclamation event, taking place at St James's Palace, London, on Saturday.
The Mayor of Wyre proclaim the King's name and his accession at 10am on Monday, September 12, 2022.
The public queued to sign a book of condolences afterwards.
Here’s the best of our pictures from photographer Kelvin Stuttard.
The public queued to sign a book of condolences afterwards.
5. Nation in mourning
Bust of Queen Elizabeth II is covered in a black mesh at Wyre Civic Centre following her death last week. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
6. Mayor of Wyre
The Mayor of Wyre Councillor Julie Robinson signs the book of condelence for The Queen at Wyre Civic Centre. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
7. The Proclamation of the Accession
The Proclamation of the Accession which was read out outside Wyre Civic Centre. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
8. Tributes to a well-loved monarch
Councillor Lady Atkins signs the book of condolence for The Queen at Wyre Civic Centre. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard