🏇🎩 The King and Queen have arrived for the first day of Royal Ascot.
The day began with the traditional Royal Procession, where members of the Royal Family arrive along the track in horse-drawn landaus.
🌸 @Ascot Racecourse was founded by Queen Anne in 1711, and has since
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The latest news and updates on the work of The King, The Queen and The Royal Family.
- The King and Queen, joined by members of the Royal Family, have attended a Service for the Most Noble Order of the Garter at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. 📜 Established by King Edward III nearly 700 years ago, The Order of the Garter is the oldest and most senior Order
- Behind-the-scenes at Buckingham Palace yesterday for The King’s Birthday Parade.
- With thanks to the 1,400 members of the Armed Forces took part in today’s Trooping the Colour, and with special mention to the Grenadier Guards who trooped their new Colour. We salute you 🫡
- Members of the Royal Family watch the fly-past from the balcony of Buckingham Palace following The King’s Birthday Parade.
- Members of the Royal Family at Buckingham Palace this morning ahead of Trooping the Colour.
- The King and Queen leave Buckingham Palace for The King’s Birthday Parade, also known as Trooping the Colour.
- The Royal Family repostedCongratulations to everyone recognised in His Majesty The King's Birthday Honours 2026 🎊 Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…
00:00 - 💂🐎🎺 With over 1000 soldiers, 200 horses and 300 musicians on parade to mark the official birthday of The King, Trooping the Colour returns on Saturday. 🎥 Watch to find out more about the annual parade, and follow along today on @theroyalfamily.
00:00 - Earlier today, The King popped in to wish the Grenadier Guards well, ahead of Trooping the Colour tomorrow. 💂 At their Company’s base in Aldershot, His Majesty spent time with some of the troops who will be on parade for The King’s official Birthday in London.
- ‘My wife and I were greatly saddened to learn of the death of David Hockney O.M., a giant of the world of art and painting, a Yorkshireman through and through and a dear friend and inspiration to so many. David was one of life’s true originals; one who wore his genius as
- Horizon Youth Zone, which His Majesty visited today, provides a safe and inspiring place for young people. The centre offers activities including sports, cooking, creative and performing arts, media and employability support.
00:00 - Great to see the fantastic opportunities on offer for young people at Horizon Youth Zone in Grimsby! 🧗🥊👏
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