The Archbishop of Canterbury is having ‘nightmares’ ahead of the king’s coronation

The Archbishop of Canterbury said he is already having “nightmares” ahead of the king’s coronation next year.

On May 6, Justin Welby will become the first archbishop in 70 years to crown the monarch and described how he feels ahead of the symbolic religious event expected to be watched by millions.

During an interview with Channel 4 News, Mr Welby said he dreams of accidentally leaving the crown at his official London residence, Lambeth Palace.

“It’s already giving me nightmares,” he said.

“I dreamed that I came to the point and left the crown at Lambeth Palace. Obviously it weighs quite heavily on me.

“But it’s just a huge honor and privilege to do it and the coronation weekend will be a moment to bring the country together.”

The King’s coronation is due to take place at Westminster Abbey and the government has made the following Monday – May 8 – an additional bank holiday.

Geoffrey Francis Fisher, who served as Archbishop of Canterbury for 16 years from 1945, crowned Queen Elizabeth II in 1953.

The King’s coronation is expected to be a smaller and more modern affair than the late Queen’s ceremony.