1936 in the United Kingdom

1936 English cricket season Football: England | Scotland 1936 in British radio 1936 in British television 1936 in British music Events from the year 1936 in the United Kingdom.

This year is notable for the death of George V early in the year, the accession of his son Edward VIII to the throne and his subsequent abdication, resulting in the accession to the throne of his younger brother George VI (previously Albert, Duke of York).

"The Year of the Three Kings", postcard 1936
The Instrument of Abdication