In a heartfelt reunion that marks a notable moment for the British royal family, King Charles has joyfully reconnected with his grandchildren, Prince Archie, now seven years old, and Princess Lilibet, five, after a lengthy four-year separation.
King Charles sees Harry’s kids for the first time in four years.
This long-anticipated reunion comes as Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, who has built a life with Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, and their children in California since their relocation in 2020, visits with his family.
The pair had initially planned to visit the UK with their children, but Harry arrived solo earlier this week following disagreements over plans for his stay – including where he would be staying, and the security he would have.
However, Buckingham Palace confirmed on Friday (10Jul26) that Charles and Queen Camilla hosted Harry, Meghan and their children at Highgrove House – the king’s country residence in Gloucestershire, England.
It’s unclear where the Harry, Meghan and the children are staying while in the UK, but it’s believed they had been holidaying in Europe prior to Harry’s journey to the UK.
The new meeting marks the first time Archie and Lili have been in the UK since June 2022, when they travelled over to attend the Platinum Jubilee celebrations for the late Queen Elizabeth.
But the children didn’t make any appearances at public events during their time in England.
Both Harry and Charles were busy on Friday morning, with the king visiting Oxfordshire while his youngest son tried out some of the sports that will be at the 2027 Invictus Games.
Harry’s older brother Prince William, the Prince of Wales, was supported by his wife Kate, the Princess of Wales, as he played a charity polo match in Windsor.
According to sources, Harry has no plans to meet up with his estranged sibling while in the UK.
Friday’s meeting is believed to be the first time Harry has seen his dad since September 2025.
At that time, Harry was seen arriving at the king’s London home - Clarence House - by car, and spent around 55 minutes inside before leaving.