Queen Camilla made a stylish appearance at York Racecourse today, leaving King Charles at Balmoral Castle to attend the Ebor Festival. This marks her first visit to the racecourse since becoming the patron, a position previously held by Prince Andrew.

Dressed in an elegant light blue coat dress with floral embellishments by Fiona Clare, Camilla complemented her outfit with a tan hat by Philip Treacy, a blush pink leather bag, and nude kitten heels. The 77-year-old royal opted for minimal makeup, exuding a sophisticated and classic look.

During her visit, Camilla opened the new Bustardthorpe Stand, designed to enhance the racegoers’ experience with features such as rainwater harvest tanks, solar panels, and a living roof. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, she toured the grounds and then took her place in the royal box, eagerly watching the races through a pair of binoculars.

Camilla, who has a long-standing love for horses, presented the trophy to the winner of the historic Ebor Handicap, which dates back to 1843. Her visit to the racecourse came as a pleasant surprise to many, as she was seen engaging warmly with York Racecourse’s chief executive, William Derby, and wearing her ruby, diamond, and sapphire horseshoe brooch, a nod to her passion for equestrianism.

This appearance follows the Queen’s recent trip to Balmoral with King Charles, where they have been enjoying a summer break with members of the Royal Family. Despite being apart from the King, Camilla’s engagement at York Racecourse highlights her commitment to her royal duties and her affection for the sport of horse racing, a passion she shares with the late Queen Elizabeth II.