News · 17 July 2026
Queen Camilla gives books to children for her 79th birthday
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Queen Camilla is celebrating her 79th birthday today with a new photograph and a commitment to children's literacy. She will present a special edition of Katherine Rundell's book "Impossible Creatures" to all Year 6 and P6 pupils throughout the UK this Christmas. The book gifting programme, which features a personal message from the Queen, is being delivered in collaboration with the National Literacy Trust.
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