- The Princess of Wales attended the Irish Guards' annual St Patrick's Day parade at Mons Barracks in Aldershot, Hampshire, in her role as Colonel of the regiment.
- During the event, she presented traditional sprigs of shamrock to officers and guardsmen and greeted the regimental mascot, an Irish wolfhound named Turlough Mor, affectionately known as Seamus.
- Following the parade, the Princess presented good conduct and long-service medals to three soldiers and met with their families in the officers' mess.
- She shared a sweet moment with three-year-old Vienna, daughter of Lance Sergeant Mills, complimenting her hair and engaging in playful interaction.
- Soldiers and their families praised the Princess for being “easy to talk to” and “down to earth,” with Seamus's handler noting she ”always loves” greeting the regimental dog.
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