Camilla’s new pals! Queen braves the rain to visit a horse sanctuary in Norfolk which is linked to Black Beauty
Queen Camilla braved the rain in Norfolk today as she stepped out to visit a gorse reserve in Norfolk.
The Queen, who turned 76 just over a week ago, donned an umbrella to visit Redwings Horse Sanctuary in Great Yarmouth, where royal fans gathered to greet her.
Despite the rain, the Queen looked regal in a patterned blue dress and tan heeled pumps – layered with a waterproof trench coat, of course.
Camilla, who is known for her love of animals, stooped to make a fuss over two of the horses who were grazing on a “cake” in the shape of a horse’s head made from carrots and other horse treats.
She also shook hands with well-wishers who lined up outside to meet her during her solo engagement.
Queen Camilla, who recently turned 76, braved the rain to visit Redwings Horse Sanctuary at Anna Sewell House in Great Yarmouth this afternoon
Redwings Horse Sanctuary is located in Anna Sewell House – the birthplace of Anna Sewell, who wrote Black Beauty.
The charity, who have been the caretakers of the home since 2022, hopes to bring attention to Sewell’s legacy in literature and the world of animal welfare.
The team is currently caring for 1,500 rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules across the UK at various locations.
The Queen looked regal and ready for the rain when she arrived in a blue patterned dress, a waterproof raincoat and an umbrella
The horses were presented with a ‘cake’ consisting of treats including carrots and seeds, which the Queen seemed mesmerized by
Royal fans gathered with mini Union Jack flags to greet the Queen as she arrived at the horse sanctuary
Queen Camilla prepared to sign a copy of the Black Beauty book written by Anna Sewell during her visit to the shrine
Her Majesty’s animal-focused visit comes just days after she took a trip to an alpaca center in Brecon while touring Wales.
She and King Charles seemed delighted to meet the freshly sheared alpaca when they were taken on a tour of the outside grounds.
The alpaca took part in the Brecknock Agricultural Society’s annual show in a field next to the Brycheiniog Theatre.
While Camilla gave the animal a gentle pat on the neck, King Charles happily posed for photos next to him.
During the tour, the king also expressed an interest in watching sheep being sheared as well.
After this, Charles and Camilla took time to visit Brecon Barracks, the regional army command for Wales.
On July 17, Queen Camilla celebrated her 76th birthday and received a wave of congratulations.
Royal fans took to social media, as the official Royal Family account posted a tribute to Camilla on both Instagram and Twitter as they shared smiling photos of King Charles III’s wife to mark the special occasion.
The Prince and Princess of Wales also sent their wishes with an Instagram story dedicated to the royal family.
Elsewhere, television host Gyles Brandreth – who has known Camilla since they were both teenagers – shared a celebratory tweet that led fans to her Royal Reading Room.
Other reports came from The Ritz, The British Asian Trust, Smooth Radio and even the New Zealand Defense Force – who marked Her Majesty’s big day with a 21-gun salute from Point Jerningham, Wellington.
The HMNBDevonport has also announced its own 21-gun salute at noon today.
And in London, Green Park celebrates a ‘spectacular’ 41 Gun Salute by The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery at noon.
“Please avoid the area at this time if walking a dog as the gunfire is very loud and can be shocking,” the Royal Parks account tweeted.
“It’s Queen Camilla’s birthday,” he said.
“If you’re not aware, today is the day to visit The Queen’s Reading Room, where Her Majesty celebrates all things books and the joy (and value) of reading.”