Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleKing Charles and Queen Camilla Drum in BelfastKing Charles experienced an unexpected incident during a visit to Newcastle, Northern Ireland, when he was splattered by a seagull. The monarch reportedly made light of the situation, joking that it was fortunate the droppings did not land on his head. During his visit, King Charles also helped volunteers pack groceries at the Pantry Foodbank, highlighting the importance of essential items. Separately, the Queen undertook a solo engagement in Royal Hillsborough, where she successfully poured a pint of Guinness at a local pub. The royal couple's engagements were part of their visit to Ulster, celebrating local charities and meeting members of the public. In fullSeagull poos on King Charles during visit to seaside resortThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in