King Charles III is to appear at his first public engagement following his cancer diagnosis, attending the Easter Sunday service at St George’s Chapel within Windsor Castle. The occasion marks not only a moment of religious significance but also a personal milestone for the King as he steps out publicly amidst personal health challenges. However, the service will see a reduced number of royals, with the Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Kate, notably absent.

Kate, the Princess of Wales, has begun preventative chemotherapy, revealed in a poignant message shared ahead of the Easter service. This disclosure adds to the gravity of the period for the royal family, as they navigate this difficult phase. King Charles’s attendance is perceived as a gesture of reassurance to the public amid concerns over his and his daughter-in-law’s health.

Adding to the royal presence at the service, Sarah Ferguson arrived with ex-husband Prince Andrew, marking her latest appearance in a series of royal engagements. Her attendance, alongside other members of the Royal Family, underscores a spirit of unity and continuity during challenging times.

This Easter service is particularly significant as it is hosted within Windsor Castle, where Queen Elizabeth II is interred, underscoring the deep personal and ceremonial connections to the royal family. Despite the scaled-back nature of the event, the community spirit around Windsor remains strong, with locals observing the arrivals of their distinguished neighbors, maintaining a lived sense of tradition and support for the royal family during this solemn occasion.