King Charles showcased his musical talents by playing the ukulele during a visit to an allotment in Newtownards, Northern Ireland. He joined the Loughries Men’s Shed Ukulele Ensemble, holding the instrument in a style reminiscent of George Formby. The King appeared to enjoy the impromptu performance.
Meanwhile, Queen Camilla indulged in an Italian ice cream cone from Michael Cafolla, whose family business dates back over a century. She joked about staying longer to enjoy the treat, calling it her “lunch.” Cafolla expressed delight at the Queen’s enjoyment, noting the ice cream was freshly made that morning.
The royal couple concluded a three-day tour of Northern Ireland in Conway Square, where they met local craftspeople and retailers. Among the attendees was Olympic gymnast Rhys McClenaghan, who showed his gold medal to the King and Queen. Camilla also posed with a Paddington Bear statue.
Earlier, Charles helped mix a gluten-free chocolate cake at the Warehouse centre, a volunteer-run facility providing food to those in need. Camilla learned about a “blind date with a book” initiative and praised workers supporting domestic abuse survivors, stating their efforts are “more important than ever.”
