Wales Welcomes King Charles and Camilla

Royal couple visit Cardiff and meet crowds of well wishers

Crowds gather in Cardiff for Royal Visit
Author: Claire PearsonPublished 16th Sep 2022

Charles has been on his first visit to Wales as monarch.

He arrived, with the Queen Consort, in Cardiff to cheers, handshakes and flowers from well-wishers before attending a special service of reflection for his late-mother.

They were at a memorial service for Queen Elizabeth at Llandaff Cathedral.

Archbishop of Wales Andy John said her knowledge of world events and the length of her reign gave her an unmatched perspective.

The couple also visited the Welsh Parliament.

King Charles has paid tribute to the Queen's commitment to Wales.

He told members of the Welsh Parliament the country "could not be closer to my mother's heart".

The King also held a private audience with the First Minister at Cardiff Castle.

Earlier Mark Drakeford praised Her Majesty's devotion to Wales and its people during a speech at the Senedd.

King Charles meet the crowds in Cardiff

The King left Cardiff to travel to London where he was to stand vigil by his mum's coffin, along with his siblings at a quarter to 8 tonight (September 16).

The King's held a private audience with the First Minister at Cardiff Castle.

Mark Drakeford praised Her Majesty's devotion to Wales and its people during a speech at the Senedd.

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King Charles and Camilla meet Cardiff schoolchildren.

And finally, here's a selection of our coverage from today's royal visit to Cardiff.