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Queen Elizabeth II: King Charles III to visit Cardiff Queen Elizabeth II: King Charles III to visit Cardiff
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Anne Gainger is among those waiting patiently for King Charles at Llandaff Cathedral Crowds are gathering outside Cardiff Castle
King Charles III will travel to Wales later, with thousands expected in the capital to welcome him.King Charles III will travel to Wales later, with thousands expected in the capital to welcome him.
In his first visit as monarch, he and the Queen Consort will attend a prayer and reflection service for the Queen at Cardiff's Llandaff Cathedral, where crowds have already started to gather.In his first visit as monarch, he and the Queen Consort will attend a prayer and reflection service for the Queen at Cardiff's Llandaff Cathedral, where crowds have already started to gather.
After that, the royal couple will attend an event at the Senedd.After that, the royal couple will attend an event at the Senedd.
They will then greet members of the public in the grounds of Cardiff Castle as part of their final engagement.They will then greet members of the public in the grounds of Cardiff Castle as part of their final engagement.
It is the final part of the King's tour of the UK's four nations, following trips to Scotland and Northern Ireland.It is the final part of the King's tour of the UK's four nations, following trips to Scotland and Northern Ireland.
What will happen during the King's visit to Wales?What will happen during the King's visit to Wales?
Live: Thousands queue to pay respects to QueenLive: Thousands queue to pay respects to Queen
The Wales-loving prince who is now KingThe Wales-loving prince who is now King
More than 2,000 people were inside the castle at the weekend for the King's proclamation ceremony, while hundreds more lined the streets outside.More than 2,000 people were inside the castle at the weekend for the King's proclamation ceremony, while hundreds more lined the streets outside.
But many more are expected in the capital's streets on Friday to catch a glimpse of the new monarch.But many more are expected in the capital's streets on Friday to catch a glimpse of the new monarch.
Cardiff's Llandaff Cathedral is the King's first stopping point on his visitCardiff's Llandaff Cathedral is the King's first stopping point on his visit
These friends from Cardiff and Penarth arrived outside the cathedral at 03:30 BST to get a good viewThese friends from Cardiff and Penarth arrived outside the cathedral at 03:30 BST to get a good view
Spectators have been gathering at the cathedral since 03:30 BST, including Jude from Cardiff.Spectators have been gathering at the cathedral since 03:30 BST, including Jude from Cardiff.
She said: "I just want to pay my respects to the late Queen. It feels like the right thing to do."She said: "I just want to pay my respects to the late Queen. It feels like the right thing to do."
Anne Gainger, 58, from Cardiff, travelled to London on Friday to pay her respects following the death of the Queen and is now looking forward to seeing the King. Anne Gainger, 58, from Cardiff, travelled to London last week to pay her respects, following the death of the Queen, and is now looking forward to seeing the King in Llandaff.
"I just wanted to be here today. It means a lot. I'm here to show him we're your people and we're here for you," she said."I just wanted to be here today. It means a lot. I'm here to show him we're your people and we're here for you," she said.
Rehearsals have been held for King Charles' visit to WalesRehearsals have been held for King Charles' visit to Wales
Rehearsals have been held for King Charles' visit to WalesRehearsals have been held for King Charles' visit to Wales
Cardiff council said people should expect very long queues, with entry to the castle grounds on a first-come, first-served basis.Cardiff council said people should expect very long queues, with entry to the castle grounds on a first-come, first-served basis.
People have also been invited to line the route as the King approaches the castle and to leave flowers on the lawn on either side of City Hall's main entrance.People have also been invited to line the route as the King approaches the castle and to leave flowers on the lawn on either side of City Hall's main entrance.
A playhouse from Wales loved by royalsA playhouse from Wales loved by royals
The Queen's regret after Aberfan tragedyThe Queen's regret after Aberfan tragedy
The King is a familiar face this side of Offa's Dyke, having visited regularly in his former role as the Prince of Wales.The King is a familiar face this side of Offa's Dyke, having visited regularly in his former role as the Prince of Wales.
In fact, it will be his second visit to the Senedd in less than a year. In October 2021, he opened the new term of the Welsh Parliament, along with Camilla - now the new Queen Consort - and the Queen.In fact, it will be his second visit to the Senedd in less than a year. In October 2021, he opened the new term of the Welsh Parliament, along with Camilla - now the new Queen Consort - and the Queen.
Anne Gainger is among those waiting patiently for King Charles at Llandaff Cathedral
"People just want to be part of this", said Lady Tanni Grey-Thompson"People just want to be part of this", said Lady Tanni Grey-Thompson
While exact timings have not been given, the King and Queen Consort are due to arrive at Llandaff Cathedral on Friday morning for a service in memory of the Queen.While exact timings have not been given, the King and Queen Consort are due to arrive at Llandaff Cathedral on Friday morning for a service in memory of the Queen.
Among the invited guests is Lady Tanni Grey-Thompson who said the royal visit was a chance for the country to "come together".Among the invited guests is Lady Tanni Grey-Thompson who said the royal visit was a chance for the country to "come together".
"Today is about looking back at the life of her majesty in terms of service and devotion but also looking forward to the future," she said."Today is about looking back at the life of her majesty in terms of service and devotion but also looking forward to the future," she said.
"We have a new king and perhaps a new way of doing things. It's a chance for society to think about what we want from our monarchy.""We have a new king and perhaps a new way of doing things. It's a chance for society to think about what we want from our monarchy."
Harpists Nia Evans and Cerys Rees were thrilled to be asked to play for King at the SeneddHarpists Nia Evans and Cerys Rees were thrilled to be asked to play for King at the Senedd
What roads are closed in Cardiff?What roads are closed in Cardiff?
There is an extensive list of road closures around the city with some in Llandaff lasting more than two days.There is an extensive list of road closures around the city with some in Llandaff lasting more than two days.
High Street, Heol Fair and Cathedral Green will be shut to cars until Saturday.High Street, Heol Fair and Cathedral Green will be shut to cars until Saturday.
In the city centre, roads including North Road, Kingsway, Duke Street, Castle Street, Westgate Street and Wood Street will either be fully or partially closed until 18:00 on Friday.In the city centre, roads including North Road, Kingsway, Duke Street, Castle Street, Westgate Street and Wood Street will either be fully or partially closed until 18:00 on Friday.
Further closures could be brought in along Lloyd George Avenue, depending on crowds.Further closures could be brought in along Lloyd George Avenue, depending on crowds.
How can I get to Cardiff?How can I get to Cardiff?
Cardiff council warned car parks would be extremely busy and many closed - especially those in Llandaff.Cardiff council warned car parks would be extremely busy and many closed - especially those in Llandaff.
People have been asked to walk or use public transport, although services are expected to be busy.People have been asked to walk or use public transport, although services are expected to be busy.
The nearest railway stations to Llandaff Cathedral are Waungron Park and Fairwater, but passengers travelling to Llandaff from Cardiff Central are advised to use the bus.The nearest railway stations to Llandaff Cathedral are Waungron Park and Fairwater, but passengers travelling to Llandaff from Cardiff Central are advised to use the bus.
In the city centre, bus routes will be diverted and the St Mary Street taxi rank will be closed until 18:00.In the city centre, bus routes will be diverted and the St Mary Street taxi rank will be closed until 18:00.
Will there be protests?Will there be protests?
There have been arrests of protesters at royal events in Edinburgh and Oxford recently.There have been arrests of protesters at royal events in Edinburgh and Oxford recently.
A group of activists, including former Plaid Cymru politician Bethan Sayed, are planning a "silent protest" in Cardiff. Some protestors held up banners at the King's proclamation at Cardiff Castle and activists, including former Plaid Cymru politician Bethan Sayed, plan a "silent protest" in Cardiff.
"We must discuss the future of Wales and what we want that to look like. Support for independence is on the rise, in two weeks a march and rally for independence will be held on the very streets that the new king will travel on," Mrs Sayed said. "We must discuss the future of Wales and what we want that to look like," said Mrs Sayed.
"Support for independence is on the rise, in two weeks a march and rally for independence will be held on the very streets that the new king will travel on."
Mr Drakeford said people had a right to protest but any demonstrations would be a "footnote" to the main proceedings.
He also stressed he had confidence in the police to deal with protests in a "proportionate" way, amid questions about the handling of demonstrators in other parts of the UK.
"It should recognise the rights that people have," he said.