Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis have delighted crowds at this year's Easter Matins Service at St George's Chapel, Windsor. The three young royals joined their parents and other senior members of the Royal Family for the traditional service, marking their first attendance at the event in three years.
Princess Charlotte was seen walking alongside her mother and waving to well-wishers gathered on the Windsor lawns opposite the chapel. The family made the short journey from Windsor Castle to the entrance of the 15th-century chapel, enjoying some private time together since the children broke up from school for the holidays at the end of last month.
Hundreds of people began arriving outside the Berkshire royal residence early in the morning to wish the Royal Family a happy Easter. They were allowed inside the castle grounds at around 10am, gathering opposite the chapel in hopes of catching a glimpse of the royals. Many also hoped to speak with members of the family after the service, when they traditionally take part in a walkabout.
Today's service represents one of the largest gatherings of senior royals since the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, serving as a key show of solidarity. Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie made alternative Easter arrangements to shield themselves and the Royal Family from any potential backlash, leaving the focus on the senior working royals who have helped maintain public duties over a challenging period.
