In a captivating BBC documentary, King Charles and Queen Camilla opened the doors to their world at Balmoral, revealing some delightful insights about family life at their Scottish retreat.
As summer rolls in, the royal couple shared what their grandchildren, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, rush to do upon their arrival.
The documentary, titled “Charles, I, Vi, The Coronation Year,” provides an intimate look at the royal family, including charming moments that highlight their personalities.
One particularly heartwarming scene features King Charles and Queen Camilla strolling through the picturesque Balmoral estate with their beloved dog.
They walk over a quaint footbridge that spans a gentle river, a spot that seems to hold a special allure for the younger generation.
Queen Camilla, addressing the cameras, fondly reminisced about the joy the bridge brings to children.
“It’s lovely to bounce on that bridge,” she said, adding that every child who visits Balmoral seems to gravitate toward it, spending hours leaping and playing.
While she didn’t name names, it’s clear that the Wales children are among those who enjoy this cherished activity during their summer holidays.
Every year, the royal family gathers at Balmoral in the Scottish Highlands, where Prince William and Princess Kate bring their children to enjoy quality family time.
This annual tradition is more than just a holiday; it’s a chance for the family to bond and create lasting memories away from the public eye.
The documentary also takes viewers behind the scenes of King Charles’s coronation rehearsals at Westminster Abbey, which unfolded earlier this year.
In a light-hearted moment, Prince William playfully pokes fun at his father’s famously large fingers while they practice the ceremonial duties.
“On the day, it’s not going to go on, is it?” William quips about the royal stole, to which Charles humorously responds, “No, but you haven’t got sausage fingers like mine.”
Amidst the laughter, the documentary doesn’t shy away from poignant topics, including the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022.
Princess Anne shared her late mother’s concerns about the practicalities of dying at Balmoral.
The late queen had spent many summers in her beloved Scottish home, making her final moments there a significant topic of discussion.
Princess Anne reflected on the emotional weight of the situation, noting how they tried to reassure their mother that it should not dictate her decisions.
“I believe we made an effort to convince her that it shouldn’t influence the decision-making process,” she explained, hoping that her mother felt at peace with her choices in the end.
A defining moment for Anne came during her mother’s funeral when the imperial state crown was removed from the casket, symbolizing the passing of responsibility to King Charles.
