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King Charles Marks 77th Birthday in Wales With Castle Reception and Depot Opening

The outings signaled his intent to keep up public duties despite an undisclosed cancer diagnosis.

Overview

  • At Cyfarthfa Castle in Merthyr Tydfil, he attended a reception marking the site's 200th anniversary and cut a birthday cake shaped like the castle.
  • Earlier in the day, he formally opened a new tram and metro depot at Taffs Well, where a display flashed a Welsh birthday greeting.
  • The castle event gathered local community members and representatives tied to royal patronages such as The King’s Trust and the Royal Osteoporosis Society.
  • Buckingham Palace has not specified the type of cancer announced in February 2024 as the King continues to carry out public engagements.
  • Prince William and Catherine sent a public birthday message before the Wales appearances.