Their Majesties attended the Sandringham Flower Show, one of their final engagements before the summer hiatus. The event, a royal tradition for nearly 150 years on the Norfolk estate, was this year overseen by the Royal Horticultural Society, of which the King is a patron.
The King collaborated on a new ‘RHS Legacy Garden’ using local Norfolk materials to honor his love for horticulture and promote rural skills and biodiversity. Arriving in a horse-drawn carriage to cheers from the crowd, they were greeted by the RHS President and director general before touring the show.
During their visit, the King met with garden collaborator Catherine Macdonald and engaged with the public lining the route. The Queen, dressed in a green Lexy London dress, interacted with attendees and received a gift of insect repellents. The royal couple also presented awards to various exhibitors.
The Queen spoke with a girl from Brighton about their shared Pony Club membership, reminiscing about her own childhood. The couple departed after interacting with the attendees, with one more official engagement before heading to Scotland for the summer. The RHS Sandringham Flower Show, the first hosted at a Royal residence, showcased expert growers, nurseries, and community projects.
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