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King Charles hosts Sultan of Oman at Windsor Castle banquet
King Charles III hosts Sultan of Oman at Windsor Castle with Omani-inspired cocktails and royal procession.
In brief
King Charles III hosts Sultan of Oman at Windsor Castle with Omani-inspired cocktails and royal procession. King Charles III hosted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said at Windsor Castle for a state banquet featuring Omani-inspired cocktails and a royal procession of 160 guests. Originally reported by Dailymail.
State Banquet Details
King Charles III hosted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said at Windsor Castle for a state banquet with 160 guests including Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Royal Guest List
The banquet included athlete Mazoon Al Alawi, sailor Mohsin Al Busaidi, and Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Menu Highlights
Guests enjoyed Scottish langoustine, Cornish crab, pot roasted Windsor pheasant, stuffed cabbage, and individual baked Alaska with Balmoral Plum.
Cutlery and Service
The 50-meter table was laid with 480 knives, 480 forks, 160 spoons, and the Grand Service with over 4,000 silver-gilt pieces.
Candelabra
The center 12-light St George and dragon candelabra, commissioned by William IV in 1833, was decorated with pomegranates from a tree planted by the Duke of Edinburgh.
Sultan's Toast
Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said toasted with a soft drink instead of traditional wine.
Royal Procession
The procession included King Charles, Queen Camilla, The Prince and Princess of Wales, and 160 guests.
Music and Flowers
The event featured a Boyce Suite, music from the Royal Fireworks, and handpicked seasonal flowers from Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, and The Savill Garden.
Omani-Inspired Cocktails
The cocktails were adapted through a 'distinctly British lens' with Omani influences.
Prince and Princess of Wales
The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the banquet with their own procession.
Sultan and King Interaction
The Sultan and King Charles shared a laugh during the banquet.
Queen Camilla's Presence
Queen Camilla attended the banquet with the Sultan of Oman.
Duchess of Edinburgh's Orchestra
The Duchess of Edinburgh's String Orchestra performed at the banquet.
Windsor Castle Setting
The banquet took place at St George's Hall in Windsor Castle.
Sultan's Identity
Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said is the current Sultan of Oman.
Event Date
The banquet occurred on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
The main idea
King Charles III hosted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said at Windsor Castle for a state banquet featuring Omani-inspired cocktails and a royal procession of 160 guests.
