Nottingham Post editor 'honoured' to attend Buckingham Palace garden party

Natalie Fahy was nominated to attend the party in recognition of her work in regional journalism

The editor of the Nottingham Post has attended a garden party at Buckingham Palace in honour of her journalistic career.

Natalie Fahy, who has been a journalist for 20 years, was nominated to attend the party following her fight against the Nottingham Post’s ban by Reform politicians at Nottinghamshire County Council, as well as for her work with the government on their local media strategy.

Hosted by the King and Queen, the party was the first of three this year and coincided with the third anniversary of the couple’s coronation.

Charles and Camilla were joined by Princess Anne, Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh and Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, for the event. The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were also spotted chatting with guests.

Around 8,000 people attended, all of whom had made a noteworthy contribution to their community.

Two military bands entertained guests throughout the afternoon, opening and closing the party with the national anthem.

Natalie, who took her mother along for the day, said: “I was honoured to be invited to this once-in-a-lifetime event. To be able to take my mum made it extra special.

“Thankfully, the rain held off and we didn’t have to use the umbrellas we brought with us.

“The cakes were delicious and in plentiful supply, as was the tea, of course.

“It’s not often you get to see so many members of the Royal family at close quarters, and the memories will stay with us forever.”

More than 30,000 people are nominated to attend Royal garden parties each year. Invitations cannot be requested – people are nominated through a network of sponsors around the UK.

The dress code for the event is morning dress or suits for men and day dress for women, with the option of a hat or fascinator. National dress and uniforms can also be worn – for example, for those in the military.