King Charles and Queen Camilla Celebrate Royal Maundy Ceremony in Wales Amid Protests
King Charles, Queen Camilla attend centuries-old Maundy ceremony in Wales after protestors deface church
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On April 2, King Charles III and Queen Camilla participated in the Royal Maundy Service at St Asaph Cathedral in Wales, honoring 154 community members with Maundy money. The event, steeped in tradition, faced protests calling for the end of the monarchy, but proceeded without disruption.
- 01King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended the Royal Maundy Service in Wales on April 2.
- 02The ceremony, held at St Asaph Cathedral, honored 154 community members for their contributions.
- 03This year's number of honorees reflected the King's age of 77.
- 04Protests occurred nearby, with graffiti reading 'Not our King' and calls to end the monarchy.
- 05The Maundy ceremony is a centuries-old tradition, marking only its second occurrence in Wales.
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla participated in the Royal Maundy Service on April 2 at St Asaph Cathedral in Wales, a tradition that dates back to the 13th century. The ceremony, which honors elderly community members for their Christian service, saw 154 individuals recognized this year, with the number reflecting the King's age of 77. Each recipient received two purses: a white purse containing 77 pennies and a red purse with commemorative coins, including a £5 coin celebrating the late Queen's centenary and a 50p coin marking the anniversary of The King’s Trust. Despite protests nearby, where graffiti stating “Not our King” was found and demonstrators called for the end of the monarchy, the ceremony proceeded smoothly, accompanied by Welsh music. This event marks only the second time in Wales' history that the Maundy ceremony has taken place in the country, drawing significant public interest.
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The ceremony reinforces the royal family's connection to local communities in Wales, highlighting the importance of community service.
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