The minster will host the first Maundy service of King Charles' reign on 6 April.
The King and Queen will hand out Maundy money at York Minister on 6 AprilCoins will distributed to thank people for their work in the church and communityPublishedThe King and Queen Consort will distribute Maundy money at York Minster in April in the first such service since the death of the late Queen Elizabeth.
During the service, which is held annually at a cathedral or abbey in the UK, 74 men and 74 women - signifying the King's age - will be given Maundy money.During their last visit, King Charles unveiled a statue to his late mother Dean Barrington said: "We are honoured His Majesty has chosen York Minster to be his cathedral church for the first Maundy service of his reign.
"The King's Maundy gift will be a moment of celebration and thanksgiving for 148 exceptional people who have made an impact in their communities ," he added.
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