Queen Camilla Opens Bustardthorpe Development at Ebor Festival

Queen Camilla attended the Ebor Festival at York Racecourse for the first time as patron, where she opened the new Bustardthorpe Development aimed at enhancing racegoers' experience with sustainable features like solar panels and rainwater harvesting. Dressed in a light blue coat dress adorned with floral embellishments, she paired her outfit with a white hat and minimal makeup. The royal was animated throughout the races, showcasing a range of emotions as she used binoculars to follow the action closely. Following her official duties, she presented the trophy for the Ebor Handicap, the oldest race in the organization's history. Camilla, an avid horse lover since childhood, has taken on responsibilities at the late Queen's stables, reflecting her deep-rooted passion for equestrian activities. Her appearance was marked by a horseshoe brooch originally worn by King Edward VII, symbolizing her connection to the royal racing legacy.