King Charles and Camilla unveil first Christmas card since he was made monarch

THE King and Queen Consort Camilla smile on their Christmas card — Charles’ first since becoming monarch.

The picture, alongside a simple Happy Christmas and New Year message, shows the couple at the Braemar Royal Highland Gathering on September 3, just days before the Queen’s death.

The-then Prince of Wales is dressed in a tweed suit in the picture, taken by award-winning photographer Sam Hussein.

Camilla, then the Duchess of Cornwall, is wearing a green suit and matching hat with a pheasant motif, and pearl ­earrings.

The late Queen missed the event due to her declining health.

Last week Charles joined the Archbishop of Canterbury for a reception with Christian Communities at King's House in north London.

The King, also with the Bishop of London and the Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London, met volunteers running local initiatives in King's Cross.

He then attended an Advent Service at the Ethiopian Christian Fellowship Church UK across the road.

Before leaving, Charles unveiled a plaque officially opening King’s House.

“Can I wish everybody as blessed a Christmas as possible for you all,” he said.

“I am so impressed by all the wonderful things that have happened here in every corner of the building.