King Charles will undertake two royal engagements at London’s Battersea Power Station on Thursday, marking his latest public appearances at the historic landmark.
His Majesty will visit the Curated Makers Christmas Market, meeting local traders and entrepreneurs supported by The King’s Trust.
The King will then tour Apple’s UK headquarters at the Power Station, where he will be greeted by the company’s Chief Executive Tim Cook and meet with employees, community partners and British talent.
During his Christmas Market visit, the King will be welcomed by festive music from the Battersea Power Station Community Choir.
King Charles will undertake two royal engagements at London’s Battersea Power Station on Thursday
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His Majesty will tour Turbine Hall A, visiting market stalls selling festive gifts, skincare products, homeware, fabrics, clothing and accessories.
The King will meet stall holders, including two young entrepreneurs supported by The King’s Trust, and local community representatives.
Before departing, His Majesty will meet Rita Kelly, who worked at the Power Station in the 1950s, and unveil a commemorative plaque.
At Apple’s offices, His Majesty will meet employees, community partners and notable British figures including artist Yinka Ilori, England rugby players Jess Breach and Lou Meadows, and disability activist Lucy Edwards.
During his Christmas Market visit, the King will be welcomed by festive music from the Battersea Power Station Community Choir.
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The King will also meet young people who have participated in The King’s Trust Achieve and Team programmes, supported by Apple through workshop sessions.
The partnership between Apple and The King’s Trust aims to empower young people by developing creative digital skills and building confidence.
Battersea Power Station has a long history of royal connections, with Queen Elizabeth II visiting its control room as Princess Elizabeth in 1946, alongside Queen Mary.
The Grade II* listed building, one of Europe’s largest brick structures, was transformed through a £5billion investment after being decommissioned.
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The King will also meet young people who have participated in The King’s Trust Achieve and Team programmes
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Since reopening in October 2022 as a mixed-use neighbourhood, the site has attracted 24 million visitors and created 6,600 jobs.
The development now features shops, restaurants, offices, homes, and public spaces, including the six-acre Power Station Park.
As His Majesty departs from the riverside of the Power Station, Christmas drawings by pupils from St George’s Primary School, Battersea, will be projected onto the iconic chimneys.