King Charles has officially arrived at his Balmoral estate in Scotland, where he is expected to spend several weeks for his annual summer retreat.
The royal family’s Instagram account confirmed on Monday that the 76-year-old monarch was “welcomed by a Guard of Honour” upon his arrival.
Continuing a Royal Tradition
It has long been customary for the sovereign to spend part of the summer at Balmoral. Queen Elizabeth II upheld the tradition throughout her reign, enjoying family time on the estate before resuming royal duties in September.
In their post, the royal family page shared: “The king has arrived at Balmoral Castle where he was welcomed by a Guard of Honour held by Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion, Royal Regiment of Scotland.
His Majesty met the mascot of the Regiment: a Shetland pony called Corporal Cruachan IV. The king’s arrival continues the long tradition of Monarchs spending their summers at Balmoral, which began with Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in the mid-1800s.”
