Overview
- He opened the South Wales Metro depot at Taff’s Well in rainy conditions and later attended a reception for Cyfarthfa Castle’s bicentenary in Merthyr Tydfil.
- A new Sandringham portrait released by the palace shows him smiling with a walking stick as the Royal Family thanked well‑wishers online.
- The visit included community moments such as a choral birthday serenade, a castle‑shaped cake, and meetings with Welsh cultural figures including Ruth Jones and designer Julien Macdonald.
- Reports note he continues cancer treatment first disclosed in early 2024 yet maintained a full schedule on the day.
- William and Catherine shared birthday wishes and a new image, underscoring family support as attention lingers on the recent removal of Prince Andrew’s titles over his Epstein ties.