The Prince and Princess of Wales yesterday shared amazing behind-the-scenes footage of their time at the King’s coronation.
Prince William, 40, and Kate Middleton, 41, have posted an intimate clip online showing their side of yesterday’s momentous event when King Charles and Queen Camilla were crowned at Westminster Abbey in London.
Sweet footage shared on the couple’s social media Reports showed that father-of-three William was walking his daughter Princess Charlotte, eight, and brother Prince Louis, five, as they boarded the vehicles taking them to the service.
A well-dressed Charlotte, wearing an Alexander McQueen dress and cape, gasps with delight before she and her family get into the cars.
The remainder of the clip shows highlights of the family throughout the day, from the procession to the Abbey to the flypast on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have shared amazing behind-the-scenes footage of their time at the coronation, showing them heading to Westminster Abbey
The clip shows the family heading to the event, with the royal children excitedly boarding the vehicle and waving to well-wishers.
It also shows the three siblings taking the carriage back to Buckingham Palace after the ceremony, before appearing on the palace balcony for a flyby.
In a tweet, the couple wrote: “What. A day. Thank you to everyone who made it possible.’
In another post, the Prince and Princess of Wales also retweeted a message from the Royal Air Force sharing beautiful images of key moments from this afternoon.
“I noticed that the rotation crews did the heavy lifting…perfect flying conditions if you ask me!” A big thank you to everyone who made today possible,” read the message, signed ‘W’ for William.
The news poked fun at the rainy afternoon, which saw RAF Air Chief Marshal Sir Michael Wigston say it was “50/50” if the flypast would go ahead, warning that low cloud and rain made it “impossible” for pilots would do to navigate .
“The Royal Air Force was incredibly proud to join the Royal Navy, British Army and Commonwealth Forces in taking part in His Majesty the King’s coronation procession,” the RAF tweet said.
During the Royal Family’s balcony appearance, The Mall was a sea of people, many of whom rushed close to the Palace to catch a glimpse of the King and Queen following their historic coronation, watched by 100 million viewers worldwide on television.
The video also showed the trio enthusiastically waving to well-wishers from the royal carriage after the ceremony
The clip shows the family heading to the event, with the royal children excitedly boarding the vehicle and waving to well-wishers
Prince William and Kate in a carriage after the coronation service yesterday
It also shows the three siblings taking the carriage back to Buckingham Palace after the ceremony, before appearing on the palace balcony (pictured) for a flyby
The Prince of Wales poked fun at the weather conditions which cast doubt on whether yesterday’s drive-by would take place
Charles and Camilla were joined by the Prince and Princess of Wales, their children, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and Princess Anne.
Once again, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte stole the show with enthusiastic waves and pointers as the jets roared over the palace.
At one point, little Louis stood with his mouth open and screamed in shock as the planes zoomed overhead.
But her uncle Prince Harry decided against returning to Buckingham Palace and appears to have been driven straight to Heathrow Airport to fly home after a 24-hour layover in the UK.
He is said to be determined to return to California to witness his son Archie’s fourth birthday yesterday.
As the plane approached, the Princess of Wales spoke to Prince Louis and encouraged him to look up from the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
The Prince of Wales made a remark as he leaned in closer to his wife, prompting her to turn and smile.
Crowds took photos, shouted and laughed as they watched the Red Arrows zoom over Buckingham Palace.
Royal fans flocked to the Mall to take selfies and film the helicopters and planes as they flew by. Others popped champagne corks and shouted “God save the King”.
Meanwhile, Princess Charlotte appeared to take on a protective and reassuring role for her younger brother Prince Louis during yesterday’s coronation festivities – but couldn’t help but giggle with the five-year-old as they appeared on the palace balcony.
The eight-year-old daughter of the Prince and Princess of Wales sat alongside her little brother Prince Louis, in a royal car with her parents after leaving the palace and a short time later in the front row of the Abbey. The siblings held hands during the opening moments of the historic service.
Meanwhile, Princess Charlotte appeared to be taking on a protective and reassuring role for her younger brother Prince Louis during yesterday’s coronation festivities – but couldn’t help but giggle with the five-year-old as they appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after the ceremony (pictured)
Princess Charlotte offered younger brother Prince Louis a comforting hand as the couple arrived at Westminster Abbey to watch their grandfather’s coronation ceremony
siblings together! Princess Charlotte, Prince George and Prince Louis sat in a carriage after the coronation ceremony of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey in London
Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis at the coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey, London
Charlotte and Louis arrived without their older brother Prince George, nine, who was a Page of Honor to his grandfather.
They behaved impeccably during the service, with Charlotte providing a comforting presence to her younger brother, who couldn’t help but yawn a few times during the holy service.
George, Charlotte and Louis were reunited after the service as they rode with their parents in a carriage from Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace.
The trio later appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace with their parents, their newly-crowned grandparents The King and Queen and the other working royals. During that performance, Charlotte could be seen giggling with her youngest brother.
The young king stood on the balcony to the right of the monarchs as they watched a special fly fly over the royal residence.
Prince Louis, five, put on an animated display, while Charlotte and George also watched the moment with delight.
George, nine, could be seen standing and talking to the other pages who were helping with the King’s cloak during the ceremony
Prince Louis put on an animated show during the fly past, while Princess Charlotte and other members of the royal family waved to well-wishers
Princess Charlotte, who turned eight this week, sat alongside her older brother Prince George and little brother Prince Louis as they rode away from Westminster Abbey following yesterday’s ceremony
A thoughtful Prince George stuck out his tongue as he waited with the other bellhops for yesterday’s celebrations to unfold
Charlotte held her younger brother’s hand as they exited Westminster Abbey behind the Prince and Princess of Wales at the end of yesterday’s ceremony
Princess Charlotte smiled sweetly as she arrived at the coronation this morning alongside her younger brother Louis
George, nine, was seen joking around with the other pages who were helping with the King’s cloak during the ceremony.
Princess Charlotte looked gorgeous in the white dress and headpiece chosen for the momentous day.
The young princess wore an Alexander McQueen dress and cape of ivory silk crepe with ivory stitch embroidery of rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock motifs to symbolize the four nations.
She also wore a Jess Collett x Alexander McQueen headdress made of silver bullion, crystal and silver thread, similar to the headdress worn by the Princess of Wales for the occasion.
Meanwhile, her younger brother Louis, who turned five on St. George’s Day April 23, looked regal in a tailored outfit.
Princess Charlotte smiled beautifully and waved to the crowd as she joined her brothers in the carriage yesterday
Following in the footsteps of his big sister, five-year-old Prince Louis also waved happily to the crowd as he smiled as he made his way to the historic event
In true fashion, Prince Louis pulled a hilarious face as he walked past the excited crowd en route to Buckingham Palace yesterday
Prince George, who is now second in line to the throne, was pictured looking excited after the event while his mother waved to well-wishers
Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis appeared to be taking in the celebration of the historic day as they arrived at Westminster Abbey
Look at this! Prince Louis pointed out something at the abbey to his older sister as they took their place next to their parents ahead of the event
It was thought that Prince Louis might not have attended the ceremony, but the young prince arrived at Westminster Abbey along with his parents and older sister
The Princess of Wales looked gorgeous in red, white and blue pictured with Prince Louis entering Westminster Abbey
Prince Louis looked chic in a tailored navy blue tunic made by Savile Row tailors Dege and Skinner
Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte measured their steps carefully as they made their way into the Abbey ahead of the ceremony yesterday
For the historic occasion, the young prince wore an outfit by Savile Row tailors Dege and Skinner, consisting of a Hainsworth Garter Blue Doeskin tunic with specially designed lace detailing on the collar, cuffs and front. The trousers were black, complete with garter-blue stripes.
Last year, Louis starred at his great-grandmother’s platinum anniversary celebrations, entertaining crowds with his antics on the balcony of Buckingham Palace and in the audience at the anniversary competition.
His parents are aware of the responsibility on his young shoulders and Prince Louis will not attend tomorrow’s concert in Windsor.
The youngsters gathered for the grand procession of carriages back to Buckingham Palace after witnessing King Charles being crowned at the Abbey.
The adorable prince later slouched back in his seat, proving that the long service was too much for a five-year-old
Elsewhere, the cheeky prince looked around the abbey and pointed at objects as he sat next to his older sister Princess Charlotte during the opening moments of the historic service
The fourth in line to the throne, looking regal in a tailored outfit, looked disinterested as he yawned throughout the ceremony
hold up! The youngest son of the Prince and Princess of Wales, Louis, who turned five on St George’s Day April 23, caused hearts to melt at the King’s coronation yesterday at Westminster Abbey
The Prince and Princess of Wales walked into Westminster Abbey ahead of Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis
Prince Louis of Wales walked into the Abbey alongside his older sister Princess Charlotte ahead of the coronation service
A smile for the crowd! Prince Louis, five, melted hearts as he joined the royal procession en route to Westminster Abbey alongside the Prince and Princess of Wales and his older sister Princess Charlotte
Princess Charlotte was spotted making her way to Westminster Abbey wearing a Jess Collett x Alexander McQueen headpiece made of silver bullion, crystal and silver thread, similar to the one worn by her mother
Charlotte wore an Alexander McQueen gown and cape of ivory silk crepe with ivory satin stitch embroidery of rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock motifs to symbolize the four nations
The young king waved to The Mall as he traveled in the royal car with his parents and siblings; his elder brother is a Page of Honor to his grandfather and follows separately behind the king in the procession
The Princess of Wales wore an Alexander McQueen gown in ivory silk crepe embroidered with silver bullion and thread with rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock motifs and the Royal Victorian Order mantle
The king and queen traveled in the 261-year-old golden state carriage, followed by three carriages filled with working members of the royal family.
In the first carriage behind them were the Prince and Princess of Wales, along with George, Charlotte and Louis.
It was the biggest public test for the three siblings, who are growing more and more confident under the eyes of the watching world.
Thousands gathered on the Mall this morning as the fateful day of Charles III. started. Just over 2,000 people descended on Westminster Abbey for the historic first coronation of a British monarch in 70 years at Westminster Abbey.
Crowds clapped and cheered as he walked from Clarence House along the Mall to the Palace as his fateful day finally came
Charles was crowned in a Christian ceremony dating back 1,000 years on a day dripping with glorious pageantry. The momentous event spotlighted Britain’s place on the world stage.
His family, including Prince Andrew and Princess Anne, enjoyed dinner at the Mayfair Club Oswald last night. Mike and Zara Tindall were out until 2am. Prince Harry flew in from Los Angeles yesterday for his 24-hour trip. Last night it emerged he was relegated to the third tier of the Abbey with other non-working royals.
Around 100 million viewers around the world watched the television, with around two million people – from all corners of the UK, Commonwealth and the world – in London for the historic event.
The king’s guests arrived at the abbey from 7am – four hours before the ceremony. Around 100 heads of state are in London, with representatives from 203 countries taking part.
Britain’s great Coldstream Guards marched down The Mall during the coronation celebrations in central London this morning with the world watching