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Historic Maundy Service Held in North Wales First
2 Apr
Summary
- King Charles and Queen Camilla attended the Royal Maundy service in North Wales for the first time.
- The 77-year-old King distributed Maundy money to 77 local pensioners.
- The service featured specially commissioned music by Welsh composers.
King Charles and Queen Camilla recently participated in the annual Royal Maundy service, which marked its first-ever occurrence in North Wales. The pair were seen smiling upon their arrival at St Asaph Cathedral in Denbighshire. This historic occasion underscored values of humility and altruism, commemorating the Last Supper.
Queen Camilla, aged 78, wore an elegant navy coat dress and matching hat. King Charles, 77, continued the tradition of distributing Maundy money, with 77 local pensioners receiving the specially prepared purses. This number corresponds to the monarch's age, a longstanding element of the ceremony.
The service was a significant moment for Wales, featuring music composed by Welsh artists and the use of the Processional Cross of Wales. Dean Nigel Williams expressed the deep honor of hosting the event, anticipating it would be memorable for all attendees.
In related news, princesses Beatrice and Eugenie were understood to have made alternative plans for the upcoming Easter service at Windsor, with their father facing ongoing investigations. Despite this, King Charles is reportedly still fond of his nieces and has invited them to Royal Ascot in June.
