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King Charles arrives in Edinburgh for Royal Week celebrations

King Charles arrives in Edinburgh for Royal Week celebrations

Summary

King Charles III arrived in Edinburgh to begin Royal Week, a yearly event celebrating Scottish culture and achievements. He took part in the traditional Ceremony of the Keys and will attend several official events, including opening the Scottish Parliament and holding an investiture ceremony.

Key Facts

  • King Charles III arrived in Edinburgh by helicopter for Royal Week.
  • The Ceremony of the Keys took place at the Palace of Holyroodhouse gardens, his official Scottish residence.
  • The King was greeted by a guard of honour from the Royal Regiment of Scotland.
  • The Lord Provost of Edinburgh presented the symbolic keys to the city to the King.
  • The King inspected soldiers from the Royal Company of Archers, his ceremonial bodyguard in Scotland.
  • Music was performed by military bands during the ceremony.
  • On Saturday, the King opened the new Scottish Parliament session.
  • An investiture ceremony and garden party will honor several people with awards for their services.
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