Prince Charles Hosts Reception For Winners Of The Queen's Awards For Enterprise — See Photos
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Another day, another outing for Prince Charles! The royal hosted a reception for winners of the Queen's Awards for Enterprise at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, November 10.
The dad-of-two was also joined by his sister, Princess Anne, who looked amazing in a bright blue dress.
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Anne also accessorized with a black purse, black shoes and black gloves.
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"The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are for outstanding achievement by U.K. businesses in the categories of: innovation, international trade, sustainable development, promoting opportunity through social mobility," the website states.
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Sophie, Countess of Wessex donned a dark blue dress.
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Charles — who turns 73 on November 14 — even got an early birthday card from Jo Taylor, owner of Reach and Rescue!
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“The prince laughed and said, ‘You’ve been doing your research on me,' and he slipped the card into his left pocket," she recalled.
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“The award is real recognition for what we make and it has saved so many lives, that’s the important thing. People go into shock when they enter cold water and our poles are life savers," she continued.
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Luminary Bakery and the Community Shop in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, were also recognized.
People couldn't get enough of the royals' night out on the town. One person wrote, “The royals were out in force tonight for The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise at Windsor Castle," while another added, “The Royal Family is on charm attack tonight.”
A third person said, “Beautiful photos.”
Charles had a busy week, as he also was spotted with Elton John at an event. "Congratulations, Sir Elton John! 🚀 ✨Today @eltonjohn was made a member of the Order of the Companions of Honour by The Prince of Wales during an Investiture Ceremony at Windsor Castle🎖," a caption read. "Sir Elton, who received the special award for his Services to Music and Charity, has a Crocodile Rockin’ career spanning over 50 years 🎶📸 PA: Rehearsing for the Royal Gala Performance in aid of the @PrincesTrust at the London Palladium, 1987."