Birthday bangs! King Charles turning 75 is marked with a 41 gun salute in London - as the monarch...

Today, the 75th anniversary of the King was celebrated with a royal salute of 41 guns in Green Park, a salute of 62 guns at the Tower of London, and a salute of 21 guns in Edinburgh. Additionally, there was a sing-along for the King's birthday at a food waste project in Oxfordshire.

Charles seemed to be carrying his 75 years with ease when he arrived with Queen Camilla in a cheerful mood in Didcot at lunchtime. They were there to assist in the launch of the Coronation Food Project at a center where food waste is distributed.

The monarch is having a busy birthday today before having a personal celebration later. He chuckled as he was serenaded with an enthusiastic performance of the classic tune "Happy Birthday" to honor his 75th year of life.

Charles responded with surprise by saying, "Oh my goodness!" when Baroness Louise Casey, who is assisting with the development of his Coronation Food Project, inquired if he objected to guests singing for him.

During their interaction, Baroness Casey asked the King if it was acceptable to do something. In response, the King looked surprised and made a humorous expression by scanning the area with his eyes. He then made a joke by asking the volunteers behind him if Baroness Casey had rehearsed beforehand.

. Happy birthday! King Charles III greets supporters as he attends the launch of the Coronation Food Project with Queen Camilla at the South Oxfordshire Food and Education Alliance, a surplus food distribution center located in Didcot.

The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery conducted a ceremonial tradition in Green Park, brightening up a cloudy day with a 41 gun salute.

Everyone, including Queen Camilla, enthusiastically clapped at the end, and the King appeared a little shy.

During the official visit, the king donned a cozy camel-colored coat and a stylish tie in royal blue, paired with a suit in a shade of slate grey. He also took a moment to acknowledge the crowds of well-wishers gathered outside, many clad in disposable rain jackets to protect themselves from the rain.

During a public event, Queen Camilla wore a fashionable emerald green suit with knee-high black boots and black leather gloves. She also accessorized with antique pearl earrings. Due to the bad weather in Oxfordshire, both royals used umbrellas during the outing. Queen Camilla is 76 years old.

The Coronation Food Project came about because the King felt a strong desire to address the problems of waste and high living expenses, especially concerning food. He was motivated to take action since over 12 million tonnes of food is thrown away every year in the UK by itself.

The initiative aims to collaborate with and financially support existing food waste programs throughout the nation. Its ultimate goal is to rescue and repurpose a greater quantity of excess food, so that it can be utilized for the betterment of society.

On the official visit, the king donned a cozy coat with a camel hue and paired it with a sleek grey suit. He even took a moment to acknowledge the crowd who had come to celebrate his birthday. Meanwhile, Queen Camilla picked out a chic skirt suit in a bold emerald green shade and completed the look with knee-high black boots. The weather in Oxfordshire called for umbrellas for both monarchs as they ventured out in public.

The personnel at the food waste facility, who were garbed in high-visibility clothing, observed as the monarch and monarch's consort greeted those who had come to celebrate Charles' birthday.

Greeting the rain with waves! The King, who is currently having a productive birthday but will be having a private celebration with loved ones later tonight, seemed to be in high spirits while waving to the crowd before introducing the new project in Didcot.

On his birthday, even though the weather was really bad, King Charles found the humor in it all and imagined himself waving to the people who were gathered in Didcot.

During her visit to Didcot, Queen Camilla greeted community leaders and exchanged handshakes. The royal family also had an audience with top executives from various supermarkets.

The person who established the Big Issue, Lord John Bird, was seen at the center of attention displaying the cover of the latest release. The King made a purchase from a seller of the charitable publication.

Charles is surveying the food distribution warehouse and found a crate of Ryvita that caught his attention even though it is not a typical birthday cake.

This initiative will support the expansion of large-scale projects across the country, help establish storage facilities, and acquire refrigeration equipment such as fridges, freezers and trucks. Baroness Casey and Dame Martina Milburn are leading the project, while the King Charles III Charitable Fund is coordinating it.

"We are overjoyed and deeply honored. We could not have achieved this level of support for our project without you. We express our sincere appreciation to you," expressed Baroness Casey as she spoke with the monarchs.

They arrived during a heavy downpour and were greeted by the warehouse staff and volunteers. The King inquired about the process of receiving and distributing the surplus food to different community organizations.

At a certain moment, the king inquired: 'I trust you have already taken a pause for lunch. There is a great abundance of nourishment!'

The Monarch glanced inside a refrigerator and afterwards observed four Fareshare vehicles that were packed with food to be delivered. He inquired with one of the drivers, "Are you just about to start your deliveries?"

Despite not being announced beforehand, a group of people gathered outside and expressed their joy by singing "happy birthday" again. The crowd was not large, but they were loud enough to be heard.

The members of the royal family went to the kitchen located at the food center and they had a chance to meet the New Zealand chef named Alex who was positioned on the far-left side. They also had a moment to look at some of the meals that were made from extra food.

Great job! One of the meals prepared was a savory stew made with lentils and black beans.

. Despite King Charles refusing to sample any of the dishes - as he is well-known for working tirelessly straight through lunchtime - he expressed curiosity regarding the preparation of the meals.

Queen Camilla was very excited and couldn't resist singing Happy Birthday along with everyone else. It was impossible to avoid.

Earlier today, the ruler bid farewell to four vans that were delivering food. The autos were located in the parking lot. During their departure, the monarch engaged in small talk with the operators about how their day was going.

Impressive Performance! The monarch grins at individuals who are yelling birthday greetings towards him.

Unwavering encouragement: A crew of devoted admirers, sporting waterproof jackets, calmly anticipate the entrance of the monarchs.

The Didcot project has a goal to connect food that is wasted with the people who require it. In the image, we can see Charles and Camilla in Oxfordshire earlier today.

Upon their arrival at the centre on Tuesday, Queen Camilla and King Charles engaged in conversation.

The initiative known as the Coronation Food project employs discarded food items to prepare fresh meals for the society. The King and Queen officially inaugurated the project earlier this week.

Over in London, which is roughly 70 miles away, The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery conducted a ceremonial practice of firing 41 guns in salute of the monarch. It brightened up the gloomy atmosphere in Green Park.

The Honourable Artillery Company did an extra 62-gun salute at Tower Wharf, Tower of London, specifically 21 more for the City of London at 1 pm.

In Edinburgh Castle, located north of the border, the Band of Royal Regiment of Scotland performed music prior to the 16 Regiment Royal Artillery launching a 21-gun salute.

Baroness Louise Casey welcomes King Charles during their arrival in Oxfordshire via car.

At last, seeking refuge, the monarch and monarchess encountered employees at the establishment dedicated to discarding food.

Charles and Camilla went into the kitchen at Didcot hub's offices, where a group of volunteers helped chef Alex MacKay prepare a variety of appetizing dishes.

"Many happy returns of the day!" He wished the ruler. "How did you figure it out?" Charles joked.

The cook added, "Sir, do you wish to witness what we're preparing? Everything is made from food that remained unused." They served meals containing crisp veggies and a spicy blend of lentils and black beans.

"I was hoping to provide you with food, but unfortunately, that is not possible. However, would you be interested in trying a small portion?" he suggested.

The monarch - known for his propensity to skip meals - elucidated that he had a different appointment that he needed to attend immediately.

Charles inquired before his departure, "Are you hailing from Australia?"

Alex responded, expressing disappointment that the rapport they had built was now disrupted. He revealed that he hails from New Zealand and shared a little-known fact that asking someone if they are from New Zealand is considered a form of flattery for Australians.

After the 41 gun salute in Green Park, another 62-gun salute took place at 1pm in Tower Wharf, located in the Tower of London. This time, the additional 21 guns were fired to represent the City of London.

During the event, the monarch engaged in conversations with notable food personalities like Crystelle Pereira from Bake Off and CEOs from major supermarket chains and food suppliers such as Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Amazon, ABF, and Prince's. These companies have pledged to collaborate in the newly-established Food Alliance to address the issue of food waste and contribute surplus food products to those in need.

During the event, there was also an opportunity to have a conversation with Lord Bird, one of the creators of The Big Issue. On the same day, he introduced the Coronation Food Project which featured a fresh portrait of the King on the magazine's front cover, taken by the famous photographer, Rankin.

He said to the King, "It's been twenty-five years since I saw you."

"Wow, it's been a while, hasn't it?" commented the monarch. "You look just the same as before!"

After selling the Big Issue for 25 years on and off, Kelvin shared his thoughts on the matter, stating that it was evident that the individual in question genuinely cares. He went on to express that this person is making an effort to connect with the public and is an overall kind-hearted individual.

The Royal Family makes an effort to provide aid, but he goes above and beyond. These are tumultuous times and it is important for us to unite. Every person should be treated equally. He is utilizing his status to inspire progress. His actions would certainly make his mother proud, as she was a compassionate and generous individual.

The horses belonging to the King were seen walking leisurely in the royal park just before the scheduled 41 shot salvo at noon on Tuesday.

Charles and Camilla departed for another event after which they had a private dinner in London. Prior to their departure, the King revealed a commemorative plaque to acknowledge his visit. Afterwards, the Queen and King bid farewell to four vans that were distributing food.

This evening, Charles is set to organize an event at Buckingham Palace. The reception will focus on the contribution of nurses and midwives throughout the years as a way of commemorating NHS 75.

Around 400 nurses and midwives, as well as the Chief Nursing Officer of England, Dame Ruth May, and Amanda Pritchard, chief executive of NHS England, are expected to attend as guests.

Equipped with earplugs to shield their ears from the sound of gunfire, the HAC is getting ready to conduct a 62-round salute in the wet weather at the Tower of London.

. The HAC associates were captured in a snapshot at Tower Wharf, located in the Tower of London during Tuesday's morning.

. During the 62 gun salute, cannons are shot across the Thames at Tower Wharf.

Earlier today, on the occasion of King Charles' 75th birthday, the social media accounts of the Royal Family commemorated the event by compiling a photobook-like collection of pictures that captured pivotal moments in the monarch's life. These images range from Charles' earliest appearances in public as a baby to more current times, weaving together a comprehensive and touching portrait of the king.

Earlier today, the @RoyalFamily account shared a 39-second video on X, commemorating a significant birthday for the monarch. The clip takes a trip down memory lane, featuring significant events from his lifetime and more private snapshots of him with his loved ones over the years.

Against the backdrop of Tower Bridge, the artillery soldiers unleash an impressive salute.

The musical group belonging to the Royal Regiment of Scotland performed before the 16 Regiment Royal Artillery discharged 21 cannons as a salute at Edinburgh Castle.

The Lord Lyon King of Arms had a conversation with the 16 Regiment Royal Artillery following their firing of a 21-gun salute at Edinburgh Castle.

Dame Martina Milburn welcomed Queen Camilla when she arrived to formally commence The Coronation Food Project, as depicted in the photograph.

Queen Camilla gets into a car holding an umbrella and shows a happy expression as she leaves the event for the Coronation Food Project.

. With a chic see-through umbrella in her hand, the Queen appeared to be happy to seek shelter once again.

The Queen, Camilla, took cover from the downpour under an umbrella when she got out of her car in rainy Didcot, in a regal manner.

The article displayed a crown emoji and a cake emoji, accompanied by the phrase 'Sending well wishes to His Majesty The King on his 75th birthday'.

The blog contains pictures of the former Queen, including one taken in 1948, which captured her first public appearance with her eldest child. The photo depicts Charles, who is sound asleep while being held in his mother's arms, donning a christening gown befitting his royal status.

Princes William and Harry are also featured, separately, in cheerful snapshots of their younger years. These include the occasion when Prince Charles and the now-deceased Princess Diana unveiled their second offspring to the public at St. Mary's Hospital in London in September 1984.

On Tuesday, the Royal Family's official account on X platform commemorated the 75th birthday of the King by posting a heartfelt photo collage that spans 39 seconds, showcasing the different stages of Charles' life.

In 1970, there was a photograph taken of the present-day Prince Charles when he was nothing but a young 22-year-old. Alongside this picture was another one displaying the Queen, who has since passed away, engaging in a jovial moment alongside her offspring.

Today, Charles will be busy with the launch of the Coronation Food Project along with the Queen. This project aims to address the issue of food waste and food scarcity. As for yesterday, Charles received a cake during his stay at Highgrove.

In addition, there is a photo from November 1997 that depicts Prince Charles and his son Prince Harry sharing a happy moment. The two were in South Africa on an official visit, where they imprinted their hands in concrete.

In another location, there is a photograph from 1998 which depicts Charles alongside Princes William while they are skiing in Klosters, Switzerland. This particular ski resort has been a beloved destination of the royal family for many years.

The montage in the style of a photobook starts with a front cover that has a floral scene and bee drawings in blue and white. The words 'Happy Birthday Your Majesty' are also displayed on the cover.

The montage rushes through different epochs while an orchestral classical music plays in the background.