Public invited to walk on Westminster Abbey’s Cosmati pavement – in socks

Intricate mosaic floor where King Charles III will be crowned on 6 May will be opened to visitors this summer

Visitors to Westminster Abbey this summer will be invited to walk in their socks on its medieval Cosmati pavement to mark the coronation of King Charles III.

A special programme of events has been announced by the abbey, including a new guided tour, which will take place after the coronation on 6 May.