King Charles celebrates vital role of farm support groups at Buckingham Palace

The Royal Countryside Fund celebrated 15 years of supporting farmers and rural communities on Monday (March 17)

Chris Brayford
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King Charles celebrating farming support groups at the 15th anniversary celebration of the Royal Countryside Fund.
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King Charles celebrating farming support groups at the 15th anniversary celebration of the Royal Countryside Fund.

The Royal Countryside Fund celebrated 15 years of supporting farmers and rural communities at an event held at the palace on Monday (March 17)

More than 30 farmers and rural organisations were welcomed to Buckingham Palace earlier this week by King Charles to celebrate the vital work they do in supporting farming families. The Royal Countryside...

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