Princess Charlotte has turned 11, and the royal family have released a heartwarming video to mark the occasion. The footage was captured while the royal family were on their Easter holiday in Cornwall, offering a rare glimpse into their private family time.
Birthday Video Highlights
The video shows Charlotte enjoying a boat ride, patting her beloved dogs Orla and Otto, playing on the beach, and showing off her bowling arm in a game of cricket. The Prince and Princess of Wales shared the clip on social media with the message: "Wishing Charlotte a very happy 11th birthday!" They also thanked the public for "the lovely birthday messages for Princess Charlotte" in a separate post.
King Charles in Bermuda
While the young princess celebrates her birthday, her grandfather, King Charles, is wrapping up his royal tour in Bermuda. Thousands turned out to welcome the King on his visit to the British island territory. He arrived at one engagement to the sound of the Indiana Jones theme, providing a majestic fanfare that contrasted sharply with the political tensions of his recent Washington stop.
The King visited the island without Queen Camilla, who had joined him in the US. King Charles noted it was the first time a reigning monarch had visited Bermuda, saying: "I'm terribly sorry it has taken so long." He called Bermuda a "cherished and important member of the British family."
Acknowledging History
King Charles also acknowledged the island's dark history with a visit to the National Museum of Bermuda. Shortly after the English settled the island in 1612, colonists began populating it with slaves, making Bermuda the first British colony to codify chattel slavery — a brutal law that was abolished in 1834.
Speedboat Ride and Conservation Focus
During his visit, the King took a speedboat ride across the bay, meeting with Bermuda's Coast Guard and discussing how they have become an elite unit recognised globally. The tour also focused on environmental conservation and other causes close to the King's heart.
