Prince William marches into history again

Prince William has officially arrived at Windsor Castle for one of the most ceremonious events in the royal calendar, the annual Order of the Garter service. 

Hello!'s correspondent Emily, reporting live from the grounds, captured the grandeur and intimate royal moments as the historic procession made its way into St George’s Chapel.

With trumpets sounding a traditional fanfare and the National Anthem filling the summer air, the atmosphere was unmistakably regal. 

Queen Camilla was seen beaming as she joined the procession, while Prince William and Prince Edward shared a warm exchange, spotted laughing together as they passed onlookers. 

The Order of the Garter, founded by Edward III in 1348, is the oldest and most senior order of chivalry in the United Kingdom. 

Today’s ceremony saw the Garter Knights, known as Companions of the Order, don their distinctive velvet robes and plumed hats as they made their way into the chapel to take their places.

This year’s service holds added poignancy, as it marks the first full scale Garter Day celebrations since King Charles’s cancer diagnosis. 

His Majesty, who resumed public facing duties earlier this spring, appeared in good spirits, continuing his efforts to reassure the nation and project stability within the monarchy.