Trooping of the Colour

Awful woman, can’t bear her.

I can't stand Claire Balding either and get sick of her doing everything. I have to admit, though, that there have been times when she's clearly done her research.

I've never been keen on Gyles Brandreth but he has grown on me, as he spins a good yarn.

NoraBone

V3ra

dogsmother

What are the crowds chanting….?

I wondered that.
It was "God Save the King" 👑

I saw a large group with yellow flags and banners as the TV cameras scanned the crowd in front of Buckingham Palace and knew immediately it was the "Not My King" people. That's what they were chanting, in front of the palace, as the planes flew over. Not My King. There's highlights of today's parade this afternoon, it might be edited somehow, but it was very clear on the TV when I knew what it was.

So go home.
This occasion was nothing to do with them.

I don't mind Clare Balding but the problem is, if the BBC have someone on contract, they seem to roll them out as commentators for every conceivable occasion until we are fed up with hearing them.

As for that young man interviewing people outside the Palace! Is he the best person they could find? Really? Where were any Royal reporters?

Was it his hair that put you off Callistemon?

I couldn’t take my eyes off his mop.

Anniebach

I doubt they do same all day every day

Of course not!
They are all fighting soldiers as at least one of the Army spokesmen was at pains to point out.

There was a short interview with one of the Commanding Officers who briefly explained how they had to prepare the troops to be ceremonial soldiers after they've been combat soldiers. Particularly those who have only recently returned from overseas duty.

When we watch these ceremonial occasions we get lost in the pageantry and theatre and tend to forget that these are fighting soldiers. Fighting or parade ground, they make a pretty good job of it.

Quite funny really, the not my king group turning up. Normal people avoid things they don’t like or aren’t interested in, but at least they weren’t throwing paint or milk shakes or vandalising things.

Mollygo

Quite funny really, the not my king group turning up. Normal people avoid things they don’t like or aren’t interested in, but at least they weren’t throwing paint or milk shakes or vandalising things.

Saying "not my king" is a bit like saying "not my Mother".

They are, you might not like it, but they still are.

Some people did try and change the monarchy a few hundred years back, but that didn't work out too well. They still landed up with a King, just a different one

I’m just watching the highlights as I’ve been out all day. It’s a ceremony I hate to miss.

I love Kate’s outfit and the children are gorgeous as ever.

And I like Clare Balding. 😂

I saw a bit. it brought a few tears to my eyes. I'm suffering from bronchitis - that's my excuse. The Irish Guards' mascot was the best thing for me. Beautiful dog.

Whilst watching the thought crossed my mind that at least we Brits can still get something right.

Polititians come and go, long may remain tradition in Britain

RosiesMaw

Bea65

Am watching and feel for everyone in the parade with all this b…..y rain … thought some of the carriages looked like big old prams of yester year🤔
Looking forward to seeing the whole family and Kate and children in a carriage

There’s a clue in the description of those wonderful traditional Silver Cross prams
“Carriage or coach built”

Here you go RosiesMaw
My oldest grandsons, the pram is a Millson

Lovely , Calipso!

We had a Balmoral for our children. My eldest son has it now for his two daughters.

Such a joy to push. I used to walk for hours and hours

Claire Balding gets on my nerves.

It's very personal isnt it, the feeling towards certain presenters. I a not jeen on CB but I couldnt really express why.

I have a rather inexplicable dislike of Holly Willoughby.

CB is OK but I'm disappointed that she fronted Wimbledon. Sue Barker was a hard act to follow. But why the BBC chose Claire over Annabel Croft beats me.

I do miss the overloaded balcony with all the cousins, aged rellies and privileged guests. Surely it’s the one occasion when Charles could forget his slimming down rules and let them all have a moment.

Yes, Annabel Croft not Claire Balding

Primrose53

Am I looking in the wrong place? I haven’t seen William yet.

He was riding behind the King's carriage. Difficult to recognise him under that enormous bearskin hat!

Calipso

RosiesMaw

Bea65

Am watching and feel for everyone in the parade with all this b…..y rain … thought some of the carriages looked like big old prams of yester year🤔
Looking forward to seeing the whole family and Kate and children in a carriage

There’s a clue in the description of those wonderful traditional Silver Cross prams
“Carriage or coach built”

Here you go RosiesMaw
My oldest grandsons, the pram is a Millson

Oh wow! What an absolutely beautiful pram.

I've always liked Clare Balding. I thought she was ideal for today, when the whole event revolves round the horses (or is that just me?) I should imagine she was a bit taken aback herself to be landed with Wimbledon.

I enjoyed the whole thing and thought the King did well for someone who's been having chemo recently. They all did brilliantly in spite of the weather.
And so did Clare Balding imo.
She knows her stuff, speaks clearly, I don't understand the criticism.
Each to his own though.
PS.. So great to see the Princess of Wales looking lovely as usual.

I watched hours of the Trooping and loved every minute. I wish I knew more about the traditions. There has to be a wealth of information about the uniforms, the head pieces, the medals and the colors. Some of the rituals must go back several centuries. Is there someone who examines everyone in each unit to check that all little details are 'correct'?

The horses! Where do they keep them all? Does each rider train their own horse? Pay for their own finery? Be responsible for their horse? They all seem to be so in tune with their horse's temperament. Watching fine horsemen on fine horses is a great pleasure for me. I wish someone would make a documentary of the history and traditions of this part of the UK story.

I thought Katherine looked beautiful and well (even slimmer than usual), King Charles did beautifully considering his condition. Thank you for allowing so much space for this southern US fan!

Callistemon21

I don't mind Clare Balding but the problem is, if the BBC have someone on contract, they seem to roll them out as commentators for every conceivable occasion until we are fed up with hearing them.

As for that young man interviewing people outside the Palace! Is he the best person they could find? Really? Where were any Royal reporters?

I thought she no longer had a contract with the BBC ( maybe she has a new contract). I remember her losing the contract at the same time as she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and it was very stressful for her. So she branched out into commentating for other things. DH told me she started commentating on rugby and everyone was impressed with her knowledge. I love her autobiography, My Family and other Animals.