The King and Queen shared a light-hearted moment over a pie on an official visit to the 140th Sandringham Flower Show on Wednesday.
His Majesty chuckled as his wife, Queen Camilla, called him over saying mischievously: “It looks just like my husband.”
The moment of levity came after Camilla, attracted by a display of home-baked goods, pointed out a pie adorned with a crown.
The King, sporting a beige suit and tie, responded to his wife’s jest with a grin, and admired the pastry as an “artwork”.
The royal couple arrived at the venue in an antique horse-drawn carriage once used by Queen Victoria and, Queen Elizabeth and the late Queen Mother.
They were welcomed by an enthusiastic crowd of 20,000 who greeted them with cheers and applause, respectfully standing for the National Anthem.
Queen Camilla chatted with 10-year-old Charlie Spink, who presented her a posy.
Meanwhile, King Charles talked with members of the Essex Police Band, demonstrating his down-to-earth nature by picking up a fallen piece of a euphonium and jokingly empathising with the musician, Paul Hicks.
The couple also toured a showcase from “Flowers From The Farm”, suppliers of the blooms for their Westminster Abbey coronation. Recollecting the occasion, Camilla adjusted the King’s boutonnière, replacing it with a flower from the exhibition.
Promoting sustainability, the King and Queen also appreciated a garden decorated with reused items, including a slug made from two-pence pieces and a fountain constructed from old car parts.
Engaging with the gathering, they interacted with well-wishers, accepting their cheers and posing for photographs.
The royal couple, with the King donning sunglasses and Queen looking elegant in a Fiona Clare dress, made their presence felt in various tents, including the local Women’s Institute.
The Queen purchased a knitted dachshund and bags of home-baked cakes.
They also admired artwork by local schoolchildren and commended “hobby cows” crafted out of socks, before having a conversation with the Baby Basics Norfolk and the Sandringham Warrant Holders Association.
Their visit concluded with them walking through a Guard of Honour formed by the King’s Lynn Air cadets.
The Sandringham Flower Show, a traditional annual event for the royal couple, heralds their last joint engagement before their summer break.
Over the years, the one-day event has contributed more than £825,000 to charities, hosting a myriad of nurseries, horticultural specialists, and local amateur enthusiasts.
David Reeve, chairman of the event, expressed his admiration for the King’s knowledge on horticulture. He remarked: “Every show I learn something different from him. He’s knowledgeable on so many subjects, but especially this.”
