King Charles And Queen Camilla Lead Royal Maundy Service In Wales

King Charles III and Queen Camilla led the Royal Maundy Service in north Wales, first time since 1982.

“- Published King Charles III and Queen Camilla have been taking part in the annual Maundy service in north Wales, only the second time the service has been held in Wales in its 800-year history”

BBC

The monarch distributed coins to 77 men and 77 women, equal to his age.

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BBC detailed the service featured music by Welsh composers at the UK's smallest ancient cathedral.

Harper's BAZAAR described the Queen's outfit including a Philip Treacy hat.

The Mirror reported on Not Our King graffiti outside the cathedral.

Republic, an anti-monarchy group, participated with banners.

Harper's BAZAAR

Town & Country noted the intersection of historic service with contemporary republican sentiment.

HELLO! Magazine noted Charles' absence last year due to cancer treatment.

Recipients each received two purses containing Maundy coins and commemorative coins.

“The King and Queen broke tradition with their annual Royal Maundy service on Thursday as they arrived at St Asaph Cathedral”

HELLO! Magazine

The white purse totaled 77 pennies to match the King's age.

The red purse contained coins commemorating the Queen's 100th birthday and The King’s Trust anniversary.

The purses were crafted by Ettinger, a Royal Warrant holder.