Welsh town cancels coronation party after failing to raise money for costs

Caldicot had planned to hold street celebration but organisers got zero donations on crowdfunding page

It had been billed as “the party of the year” but a Welsh market town has been forced to cancel its coronation celebration after failing to raise any money to cover costs.

Caldicot, in south-east Wales, was planning a “massive street party” with a big screen to watch the coronation of King Charles, a “fully decorated town centre”, entertainment, children’s activities and competitions.