The coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla drew millions to their screens on Saturday, eager to witness the historic moment.

However, as the royal couple made their grand entrance in a carriage at Westminster Abbey, many fans were left puzzled.

Where were Prince William and Kate Middleton?

According to the official Order of Service from Buckingham Palace, the Prince and Princess of Wales were expected to arrive ahead of the King and Queen.

Yet, it appeared that things didn’t unfold as planned.

In a surprising twist, William, Kate, and their children—Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis—arrived after Charles and Camilla had already taken their places.

Meanwhile, Prince George was seen joining a group of pages of honour, assisting his grandfather during the procession.

The official document stated that the Wales family would enter through the Great West Door and be seated before the monarch’s arrival.

However, as the King entered, William and Kate were spotted standing behind him, only settling into their seats as he walked down the aisle.

This unexpected delay meant that the cameras caught the King and Queen waiting awkwardly in their carriage for several minutes.

Royal biographer Omid Scobie, co-author of “Finding Freedom,” speculated that the late arrival could be attributed to the couple’s young children.

He noted in Harper’s Bazaar that the margin for error was slim, but thanks to meticulous rehearsals leading up to the coronation, everything else went off without a hitch.

Aside from the Wales family’s late entrance, there were few hiccups during the ceremony.

A source revealed that the children were indeed a factor in the timing blunder, alongside an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction involving Camilla’s ladies-in-waiting.

One of them, Sister Annabel Elliot, experienced a rather embarrassing moment with her silk Bruce Oldfield dress as they made their way into the Abbey.

Eagle-eyed royal enthusiasts quickly took to social media to express their confusion over the apparent mix-up.

Comments flooded in, with one user noting that the Wales family was supposed to arrive five minutes earlier than they did, causing a delay for the King’s exit from the carriage.

Another chimed in, suggesting that commentators hinted at Charles being displeased with the situation.

One witty observer even joked about the chaos, attributing it to “Mercury Retrograde.”

As the weekend festivities wrapped up, royals, politicians, and faith leaders participated in the post-coronation “big help-out” initiative.

This community-focused event saw millions across the UK engage in various volunteering activities.

Organized by the Together coalition, in partnership with groups like the Scouts and the Royal Voluntary Service, the effort aimed to bring communities together.

An impressive 55,123 events were scheduled, organized by over 33,000 grassroots and community organizations.

Faith communities played a vital role in this massive undertaking, showcasing the spirit of unity that the coronation weekend aimed to foster.

Among those pitching in were William, Kate, and their three children, along with the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and the Princess Royal.

During the big help-out, the Wales family was spotted helping to renovate a scout hut in Slough, Berkshire.

Under the watchful eyes of their parents, George, Charlotte, and Louis got their hands dirty, shoveling dirt, pushing wheelbarrows, and even taking turns on a digger.

Their involvement highlighted the royal family’s commitment to community service.

Other notable figures joined in the effort as well.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf, and the Archbishop of Canterbury were seen lending a hand.

Edward and Sophie took part in a puppy training class for future guide dogs in Reading, while Anne and Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Lawrence attended a civic service in Gloucester Cathedral, honoring local volunteers.

The coronation weekend not only celebrated the new King and Queen but also emphasized the importance of community and service.

Despite the minor mishaps, the royal family’s dedication to giving back shone through, creating a memorable and impactful conclusion to the festivities.