King and Queen join Highland games fans at Braemar Gathering
King Charles and Queen Camilla attended the annual Braemar Gathering in Scotland, a traditional Highland games event. The royals participated in the festivities while wearing traditional tartan attire, continuing a long-standing tradition of monarchical attendance.
Why it matters
The event highlights the ongoing cultural connection between the British monarchy and Scottish traditions, serving as a high-profile public appearance for the King.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, King Charles and Queen Camilla appeared in high spirits as they arrived at the Braemar Gathering
King Charles and Queen Camilla have joined cheering crowds watching Highland games events at the annual Braemar Gathering in Royal Deeside.
The event, which draws spectators from around the world, is held on the first Saturday of September every year and coincides with the monarch's annual summer holiday at nearby Balmoral.
Among the events watched by the spectators were tug-of-war, caber tossing, hammer throwing, Highland dancing and a parade of pipe bands.
This is the third Games that the King has attended since his coronation.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, The King wore his King Charles III tartan for the occasion
As he always does when staying in Scotland, the King wore a kilt - which he first unveiled on Burns Night last year .
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