King Charles filled with Christmas cheer at festive Highgrove celebration but says no to roast chestnuts: Couldnt eat another
King Charles is getting into the holiday spirit.The monarch, 76, appeared downright jolly on Friday during his foundation’s annual Crafts at Christmas event at Highgrove Gardens near Tetbury, England.The King’s Foundation was started by in 1990 by His Majesty when he was still the Prince of Wales. Each year the organization reaches approximately 15,000 students annually, and helps them build practical skills for their every day life, per the official website.One student who is studying with the foundation, Emily Rose Saunders, told the BBC it was “really exciting” to see the royal member express his own passion for crafts.According to Saunders, the King was “really engaged” with the people he came in contact with at his annual Crafts at Christmas event.The student, who studies millinery and uses a technique called straw plaiting when crafting hats, thanked His Majesty and Chanel for their contributions. “We wouldn’t be here without His Majesty, and to be able to have that support from both him and Chanel means that we are able to have this time.When else would you be able to have eight months where you can solely learn a skill?” Saunders expressed. “It’s really nice to be able to meet him and thank him for that, really,” she added.Other images showed the King shaking hands with attendees and overlooking different areas.
Charles flashed a smile as he greeted children in Santa hats and decorated a tree with ornaments.During his visit, His Majesty also met with students and alumni, along with instructors, to see the work they have done throughout the year and the goals they have achieved.
Charles took the opportunity to gain insight into the experiences they’ve all had with The King’s Foundation.“Inspired by our Royal Founding President, King Charles III, our vision is a world where we live in harmony with nature to improve the wellbeing of people, places and the planet,” per a statement on The King’s Foundation’s official w...