Following King Charles' ascension to the throne last weekend, he spent Thursday carrying out state business at his beloved Highgrove retreat, near Tetbury, Gloucestershire.
The 18th century countryside estate has served as Charles' private home for him and his wife Camilla - now the Queen consort - for over 40 years.
Now seen as something of a sanctuary for the King, a spokesperson said that Charles visited the residence this week to partake in state business, including taking phone calls with governors-general, and contact with heads of state.
