THE King was “touched” by letters from Jersey children written to mark the Royal Visit earlier this year, Buckingham Palace has said.
On behalf of His Majesty, the Palace expressed its thanks for the hundreds of “splendid messages and illustrated drawings” that were sent by Jersey Post in July.
A “Write to the King’” post box was placed in Jersey Library and multiple schools and community groups sent letters and pictures to Buckingham Palace.
Sent by the head of royal correspondence on behalf of King Charles, the letter read: “It was so kind of you to take the trouble to write as you did.
“The King was touched to see your thoughtful letters of support following Their Majesties recent visit to Jersey, and greatly appreciated the care with which you created your artwork,” the letter added. “Thank you, once again, for thinking of the King and the Queen, who have asked me to send their warmest good wishes to you all.”
Jersey Post chief executive Mark Siviter said: “”The Royal Visit was a momentous day for all of us – especially for so many of our children for whom memories will last a lifetime.
“We received many envelopes from all over the Island at our sorting office at Rue des Pres or via the Library, who kindly hosted one of our post-boxes in the children’s area, while local schools and groups also supported the activity – we are thrilled with the response.”
