Coronation of the British monarch different robes and other garments during the course of the ceremony. In contrast to the history and tradition which surround the regalia, it is customary for most coronation robes to be newly made for each monarch. (The present exceptions are the "supertunica" and "Robe Royal", which both date from the coronation of George IV in 1821). Worn for the first part of the service (and the processions beforehand): Worn over the surcoat for the Anointing: Robes with which the Sovereign is invested (worn thereafter until Communion): Worn for the final part of the service (and the processions which follow): Male
Isle of Wight it includes a number of significant obstacles such as the Needles and the overfalls at St Catherine's Point. The traditional start and finish were at Ryde Rowing Club; however, other starts have been chosen in recent years to give a tidal advantage. Cowes is a centre for sailing, hosting several racing regattas. Cowes Week is the longest-running regular regatta in the world, with over 1,000 yachts and 8,500 competitors taking part in over 50 classes of racing. In 1851 the first America's Cup race was around the island. Other major sailing events hosted in Cowes include the Fastnet race, the