The Duchess of Cambridge joined other members of the royal family for Trooping the Colour – the Queen’s official birthday parade.
The spectacle, which takes place on a Saturday in June every year, is watched by thousands.
The Queen is greeted by a Royal salute and carries out an inspection of the troops.
Her Majesty then joins other members of the Royal Family the palace balcony for a fly-past by the Royal Air Force.
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The Duchess of Cornwall and the Duchess of Cambridge travel by carriage during Trooping the Colour – Queen Elizabeth II’s Birthday Parade.
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Camilla and Kate wave to the crowds with Prince Harry.
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Kate looking lovely in a silver coat and matching hat.
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The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh travel by carriage during Trooping the Colour.
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Her Majesty wore a light blue ensemble and a matching hat with navy detailing.
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The royals at the parade today in London.
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Prince William.
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Princess Anne.
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Prince Charles, Prince William and Princess Anne.
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Princess Eugenie and Sophie Rhys-Jones, Countess of Wessex.
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Members of the Queen’s Guard march.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the balcony of the palace.
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The royal family share a laugh as they watch the fly-past from the balcony of Buckingham Palace during Trooping the Colour.