King Charles heads the Royal Family during the annual Easter Sunday service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. The event marks a significant family gathering amid challenging weather conditions.
Wales Family Leads the Procession
The Prince and Princess of Wales, accompanied by Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, take the lead as royals proceed to the church. This marks their first attendance at the Easter Matins Service since 2023.
The family has focused on private holiday time following Princess Catherine’s cancer diagnosis earlier in 2024. Tradition also allows the heir’s family to skip the event in some years.
Blustery Winds Challenge Hat-Wearers
Storm Dave brings gale-force winds across the UK, with southern regions including Windsor experiencing blustery conditions. Female royals secure their hats firmly for the outdoor walk.
Meghan Markle’s Separate Easter Plans
Meghan Markle has never participated in the Royal Family’s Easter service. In 2019, when Easter coincided with the late Queen’s birthday, she skipped the event due to her advanced pregnancy with Prince Archie, while Prince Harry attended alone.
The couple later stepped back from royal duties. Recently, Meghan was spotted shopping in Montecito, California, for Easter gifts including Magic Rabbit playing cards and Magic Castle Sea Monkeys for Archie, who turns seven soon, and four-year-old Princess Lilibet. A source noted she spent time selecting items for her children and godchildren while chatting with store staff.
Beatrice and Eugenie Opt for Family Time
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie skip the Windsor gathering to spend Easter with Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi’s family, a long-planned arrangement. Sources close to the princesses indicate they are focusing on their personal lives.
Confirmed and Expected Attendees
No official list has been released, but patterns from prior years suggest King Charles and Queen Camilla will join the Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, as well as the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. Prince Andrew stays away, while the Wales family returns with their children. Beatrice and Eugenie’s absence was confirmed earlier.
King Charles’s Preferred Easter Drink
King Charles favors Laphroaig 15-year-old Scotch whisky, known for its smoky, seaweed-infused Islay profile. This single malt holds the unique distinction of receiving the Prince of Wales’ Royal Warrant in 1994.
