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In Photos: Queen Camilla Looks Really Proud Of Herself After She Pours the Perfect Pint

The Queen May 20, 2026
BY MARY ANTHONY
Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Henry Nicholls - Pool
Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Henry Nicholls - Pool
Queen Camilla embarked on a surprise tour to Northern Ireland with King Charles, and on day two, she visited a local pub in Royal Hillsborough, where she pulled a surprise move.
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The Perfect Pint!
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The Perfect Pint!

Today, Queen Camilla let out her playful side while touring the lovely surroundings of Royal Hillsborough. She was seen enthusiastically mingling with patrons and local business owners in the area. The Parson's Nose pub, one of the village's oldest enterprises, witnessed a remarkable event. The Queen strolled in and casually poured a pint of Guinness, a stout beer, truly stunning the locals with her tactful brewing abilities. She then toasted the beverage to the waiting paparazzi, making it a lighthearted and fun moment.

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Applause With a Touch of Humor
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Applause With a Touch of Humor

Camilla received a huge round of applause from the staff for perfectly pouring a “superb” pint. "I'm not quite the expert, but my husband is," she quipped. The staff then joked that her Majesty needed some pork scratchings to go with the drink. “It’s a bit early to drink. I’ll leave it here until later,” the Queen instantly replied with a sharp sense of humor.

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Diplomacy With Elegance
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Diplomacy With Elegance

The Queen, who is known for her signature diplomatic fashion sense, looked stunning in a Fiona Clare navy blue dress. She styled the outfit with a matching colored Fold coat. She accessorized the ensemble with a shamrock brooch.

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A Special Gesture
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A Special Gesture

The Queen takes tremendous pride in wearing any piece of royal jewelry. She chose to wear the national insignia to foster positive relationships. However, the origin of the shamrock brooch, which is studded with three turquoise stones that resemble Ireland's national symbol, remains debated. Some analysts believe it is the 'diamond and turquoise brooch' given to Queen Elizabeth II by the Dowager Duchess of Portland in 1947, while others believe it is part of Queen Camilla's personal collection and not inherited from her late mother-in-law.

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Moving Performance
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Moving Performance

The Queen was notably impressed when schoolchildren welcomed her with a beautiful rendition of "A Million Dreams" from The Greatest Showman. She responded by saying, "Really lovely, thank you very much," before interacting with Hillsborough locals.

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A Solo Outing
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A Solo Outing

While her husband, the King, visited Newcastle, County Down, a well-known beach town located at the base of the Mourne Mountains and beneath Slieve Donard, Northern Ireland's highest peak, Queen Camilla traveled alone to Hillsborough, making it a memorable trip. 


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