Why Did King Charles Sit Apart from Royal Family during Easter Service?

King Charles III attended the Easter service at St. George’s Chapel recently but sat away from the Royal Family. This makes people wonder: Why was he sitting separately, and what does this mean for royal traditions in the future?

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In a significant public appearance since his cancer treatment began, King Charles III attended the traditional Easter Matins service at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.

The King made his way to the chapel with Queen Camilla. This was his first public appearance since he began cancer treatment two months ago.

The gathered crowd warmly greeted the couple as they waved before entering through the Galilee Porch. The 75-year-old monarch was seen smiling and waving at well-wishers. He arrived in his maroon state Bentley limousine, making a “gentle” return to public life.

The extended Royal Family usually comes together for this occasion. However, this year’s celebration was quieter, with fewer royals showing up.

The occasion was also marked by some significant changes in protocol, including the King seated apart from the rest of the Royal Family.

This wasn’t just a random seating choice—it was a decision influenced by recent events in his life. What led to this change? The answer ties back to the King’s personal journey over the last few months.

This year, the Easter service at St. George’s Chapel looked quite different from previous years. Usually, Easter is a time when the whole Royal Family gathers at Windsor Castle. They attend the church service together and then enjoy a family lunch.

However, this year saw a significant scale-back of these traditions. They adopted an approach some have described as “Easter Lite.”

King Charles and Queen Camilla usually arrive with the family and walk into the chapel together. This time, the two of them came by car alone. This was different from the usual group walk into the chapel that people expected to see.