KING CHARLES AND QUEEN CAMILLA SHARE BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO OF STATE BANQUET AT WINDSOR CASTLE
The Royal Family has shared behind-the-scenes footage of the final preparations carried out ahead of the State Banquet held for Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron on Tuesday (8 July).
Place names can be seen for the King Charles and Queen Camilla, as well as for the French couple. The monarch can also be seen inspecting the grand display and mahogany table at St George’s Hall.
The French president and his wife kicked off their three-day state visit with a trip to Windsor after landing at RAF Northolt, where they were greeted by Princess Kate and Prince William.
As well as the Royals and Macrons in attendance, famous faces with a spot at the table include Mick Jagger and Elton John.
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