The nation's new monarch King Charles III travelled from Balmoral to London on Friday morning, following the death of his mother the Queen. Journeying alongside his wife, Camilla, the Queen Consort, the King flew from Aberdeen to RAF Northolt ahead of his televised address to the nation. On arrival at Buckingham Palace, he was greeted by thousands of well-wishers in a moving moment.
King Charles III looked thoughtful as he left the Balmoral estate, where Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully on Thursday afternoon
Camilla also appeared sombre on the journey to Aberdeen Airport on Friday morning
Dressed in mourning clothes of a black suit, the new monarch was seen walking to the aircraft
He greeted staff before embarking on the flight
The King's sons, Princes William and Harry, also left Balmoral on Friday
Early on Friday morning, Prince Harry was seen leaving for Windsor, where he and his wife are due to stay until after the period of national mourning ends
Prince Harry also caught a flight from Aberdeen airport
He was seen putting his arm around a member of staff as they spoke on the way to his flight
King Charles was driven away from RAF Northolt in a royal limousine
Crowds lined the roads as the new King and Queen Consort arrived at Buckingham Palace
King Charles stepped out of the vehicle at Buckingham Palace as monarch for the first time
King Charles then stopped to shake hands and speak to members of the public who had gathered outside the gates
Some greeted the King with kisses and well wishes, while others offered him their sympathy and condolences