The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh joined the royals at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show, but chose a different style to make their entrance.
King Charles and Queen Camilla were there on Monday, alongside Princess Anne, to watch the world-famous horticultural spectacle. They all arrived in their usual vehicles, but in footage shared by the king’s guards, it was revealed that Sophie and Edward had chosen a white van instead.
Although the exact reason for this choice was not explained, it was considered an unusual choice by the couple. Some have suggested that it is possible that Sophie and Edward brought a van because they planned to bring plants home.
This wouldn’t be a far-fetched idea since Sophie in particular appeared in her element for the series. Wearing a pastel pink ensemble, the royal was seen carrying her Plants for Pollinators guide, suggesting she may be looking to choose some new additions for her garden.
This year she also teamed up with Alan Williams of Landform Consultants to design her first garden, which the royal family says will “be the heart of the Royal Windsor Flower Show” for 2026.
Sophie previously said she was “slightly nervous” about her display, but shared that a lot of thought had gone into its design, particularly so that it was friendly to a range of pollinating insects and not just bees.
