The monarch began his summer stay at Balmoral on August 18 with a traditional inspection of the Royal Regiment of Scotland — but it was a mischievous Shetland pony named Corporal Cruachan IV that quietly stole the spotlight. The pony had a history of unforgettable encounters with the late Queen Elizabeth, from trying to nibble her flowers to causing an awkward moment during an official welcome at Balmoral. Even the Queen eventually appeared to expect trouble whenever she saw him again, joking, “Here we are again.” Now, as Charles continues a tradition once so closely associated with his mother, the familiar mascot has returned to Balmoral — leaving royal fans remembering the late Queen’s lighter moments
King Charles Begins His Balmoral Summer With A Familiar Four-Legged Face — And A Reminder Of Queen Elizabeth’s Funniest Royal Encounters King Charles has begun his summer stay at Balmoral Castle, and his arrival in Scotland came with a particularly familiar welcome. On August 18, 2026, the monarch was formally greeted at his Scottish residence … Read more