King Charles III

History is made as King Charles becomes the first Head of State to be formally welcomed at the Brandenburg Gate

King Charles has become the first Head of State has been formally welcomed at the Brandenburg Gate as his State Visit to Germany gets underway. Accompanied by Queen Camilla, The King received a full Ceremonial Welcome at the Brandenburg Gate – one of the country’s best-known landmarks. Usually, visiting Heads of State are welcome in ceremonies at Schloss Bellevue – the…
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France announces King Charles III's State Visit is postponed

The first State Visit of King Charles III has been postponed. The Elysee Palace has just announced that the trip, set to start on March 26th 2023, is off for the time being as violent protests against planned pension reforms continue across France. The British government confirmed the decision to halt the trip soon afterwards. King Charles and Queen Camilla were due to visit Paris and…
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The Privileged Bodies meet at Buckingham Palace for the first time since the Diamond Jubilee in 2012

The King received the the Privileged Bodies in audience at Buckingham Palace on March 9. This is the first time that the ancient body has met since they were received by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012 on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee in 2012. The Privileged Bodies are a group of 27 organisations that have historically been allowed to personally address the monarch. For many hundreds of…
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The King's art to go on public display at Sandringham

While Queen Camilla has been busy sharing her love of reading with the announcement of her first annual literary festival in June, King Charles III is also sharing one of his hobbies. Some of His Majesty’s artwork will be going on display in April.  The King has long enjoyed watercolour painting and has painted scenes from around the world on his travels. Over 40 of his watercolour…
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