King Charles III is undertaking his first Royal Visit as Monarch to Bermuda,\u00a0and the Royal Family\u2019s official website has provided the overview below.<\/p>\n
A statement on the official website of the Royal Family said, \u201cThe King is currently undertaking a Royal Visit to Bermuda marking His Majesty\u2019s first Royal Visit as Monarch to a British Overseas Territory. The visit will highlight the island\u2019s history, culture, and community spirit. Over the course of a day of engagements across St George\u2019s, Hamilton, and the Royal Naval Dockyard, The King met local leaders, students, artists, and volunteers, learning about Bermuda\u2019s heritage and its work to preserve the environment and support young people.<\/p>\n
Ceremonial Welcome in St George\u2019s<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cIn St George\u2019s, Bermuda\u2019s former capital, The King has been officially welcomed to Bermuda. On the Dais, a Royal Salute was given before the National Anthem was played by the regimental band. The King was then invited to inspect the guard,\u00a0accompanied by Parade Commander, Major Kenji Bean.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n \u201cAt St Peter\u2019s Church, having last visited in 1970 to deliver the Speech from the Throne for the 350th Opening of Bermudian Parliament, The King met the Bishop of Bermuda, the Rt Reverend Nicholas Dill and Priest in Charge, Reverend Thomas Nisbett and was shown some of the church, which continues to be a place of active worship in Bermuda.<\/p>\n \u201cSt Peter\u2019s Church was designated \u201cTheir Majesties Chappell\u201d by Queen Elizabeth II during her Diamond Jubilee year in 2012, in recognition of their 400th anniversary.<\/p>\n Visit to Trunk Island<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cOn Trunk Island in Harrington Sound, His Majesty visited the Bermuda Zoological Society\u2019s \u2018Living Classroom\u2019, an initiative teaching young Bermudians about their local ecosystem. Hosted by BZS President Philippe Bacon and Education Officer Linda Parker, The King toured the island\u2019s education sites \u2014 observing lessons on coral and fish identification, planting a Bermuda Cedar among the mangroves, and watching students release hermit crabs. Before departing, His Majesty witnessed a health check of Bermuda Longtails, part of local conservation efforts.<\/p>\n \u201cUpon returning to the mainland, The King met Dr David Wingate, renowned ornithologist and architect of the island\u2019s conservation plan, and visited the Bermuda Aquarium Museum to mark its centenary by cutting a celebratory cake with staff and volunteers.<\/p>\n Art and Culture Showcase at Hamilton City Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cIn Hamilton, The King met the Premier and Mayor before viewing a vibrant showcase of Bermudian crafts \u2014 from cedar artisans and stonemasons to traditional kite-makers and artists painting the live scene.<\/p>\n \u201cInside City Hall, The King met Bermuda-born Michael Frith, creator of\u00a0The Muppets\u00a0and\u00a0Fraggle Rock, and his wife, Kathryn Mullen, who shared the Bermudian inspiration behind their celebrated puppetry.<\/p>\n Ferry Crossing and Community Flotilla<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cFrom the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, His Majesty, as Patron, met club members and junior sailors before boarding a ferry accompanied by a community flotilla.<\/p>\n \u201cThroughout the crossing, The King learned about Bermuda\u2019s sailing legacy and local maritime traditions, with boats steered by young and seasoned sailors alike.<\/p>\n Gombey Performance and Visit to the National Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cAt the Royal Naval Dockyard\u2019s Keep Yard, His Majesty watched a performance by the National Gombey Dance Troupe \u2014 a vivid expression of Bermuda\u2019s cultural heritage.<\/p>\n \u201cThe King met the troupe\u2019s director and performers before touring an exhibition at the National Museum of Bermuda alongside Executive Director Elena Strong, exploring artefacts from historic shipwrecks and hearing about Bermuda\u2019s maritime past and its role in the wider Atlantic world.<\/p>\n Sport and Youth Opportunity Gathering<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cAt The Camber waterfront, His Majesty met young athletes and members of youth organisations highlighting Bermuda\u2019s commitment to nurturing future leaders.<\/p>\n \u201cThe King toured the\u00a0Spirit of Bermuda, a training tall ship run by the Bermuda Sloop Foundation, and met representatives from the Duke of Edinburgh International Award, Bermuda Sea Cadets, Scouts, Pathfinders, and the Endeavour Sailing Programme.<\/p>\n \u201cThe King also congratulated Bermudian medallists from recent international competitions and met the designer of the Commonwealth Baton Relay<\/p>\n Coast Guard Briefing<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cAhead of opening the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard\u2019s new base, His Majesty joined Major Jeffrey Patterson aboard a patrol vessel to hear about the Coast Guard\u2019s efforts to protect Bermuda\u2019s maritime environment and security.\u201d<\/p>\n – All photos courtesy of the Royal website<\/em><\/p>\n![\"King](\"https:\/\/cloudfront.bernews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/King-visits-Bermuda-May-1-2026-1.jpeg\")
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