Royal Maundy takes place each year on the Thursday before Easter Sunday and is a special service in which The King expresses his gratitude for those who serve and volunteer in their communities by giving them Maundy Money.
Sister Josepha and Richard and Denise Wilson from Wilson’s convenience store in Ashbrooke were two worthy recipients from Sunderland.
There were flags being waved, Union Jack suits worn, the national anthem was sang, and even a Corgi named after the Queen was in attendance.
Check out these 17 fantastic photographs when the region came out in force to welcome King Charles and Queen Camilla to the North East.
5. Richly deserved
Sister Josepha, from Sunderland, with her Maundy money. | Neil Fatkin. Photo: Neil Fatkin
7. Dressed for the occasion.
People turned out in force to show their support for the King and Queen. | National World Photo: National World
8. Friends together
Julie Cain and friend Maria Spott with a flag showing their support for King Charles. | National World. Photo: National World.