Royals Gather for Rare Double Christening at Windsor

Members of the royal family, including the Queen, came together for a unique event at Windsor today.

A rare double christening took place, marking a significant moment for the royal family.

The ceremony, believed to be a first for the royals, was attended by Her Majesty herself, despite recent health setbacks that caused her to withdraw from public engagements such as the COP26 climate summit and the Remembrance Sunday ceremony.

The 95-year-old monarch graced the religious ceremony held for her great-grandchildren, the offspring of Eugenie and Zara Tindall.

Princess Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, were captured arriving at Windsor ahead of the christening of their son, August.

Similarly, Zara and Mike Tindall made separate entrances at the venue for the joint christening service of babies August and Lucas Philip at All Saints Chapel in Great Windsor Park, Berkshire.

Accompanied by her immediate family and close friends, the Queen's presence at the ceremony was particularly poignant following her recent absence from public events due to a back sprain.

Reports indicated that Her Majesty waited until the day of the event to confirm her attendance, consulting with her personal doctor beforehand.

The christening of August, originally planned for July but postponed due to Covid-19, coincided with the baptism of Lucas Philip, the son of Mike and Zara Tindall, born in March.

A source close to the royal family expressed the Queen's eagerness to participate in such significant family occasions, emphasizing the importance of these moments for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The event was described as a heartwarming family gathering, offering a moment of joy and celebration amidst challenging times faced by certain members of the royal household, including the Queen herself.

Her presence at the christening served as a meaningful gesture following her disappointment at missing the previous Sunday's Remembrance events.

The ceremonial proceedings were overseen by Canon Martin Pole, the chaplain to Great Windsor Park, within the confines of the private Grade II listed church at the Royal Lodge House.

Among the attendees were speculated to be other members of the royal family, such as Prince William and Kate Middleton.