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The Eagle Has Landed!
Princess Anne has arrived at Peel Cathedral.
Her Royal Highness was slightly late but upon arrival has been greeted by the Lieutenant Governor Sir John Lorimer, who has introduced her to several dignitaries.
The Princess Royal is the patron of the Cathedral Church of Saint German Peel Development Appeal, an initiative aimed at securing the long-term future of the historic building.
Around 350 invited guests are enjoying a special thanksgiving service at the cathedral, during which Princess Anne is reading a ‘Lesson’.
After departing Peel Cathedral, Princess Anne will arrive at the House of Manannan in Peel at 1.15pm.
She will be welcomed by Sea Cadets lining the entrance and island school children waving flags to greet her.
The ‘All at Sea’ exhibition at the House of Manannan commemorates the island’s maritime history and the 200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
The exhibition delves into the many tragic events that have occurred in Manx waters, including those that inspired Manx resident Sir William Hillary to establish the RNLI, a national maritime lifesaving institution that has since become a critical part of the UK’s coastal safety infrastructure.
A musical group, ‘Mine’s a Shanty,’ will also perform a sea shanty, and Her Royal Highness will sign the visitors’ book.
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