There is little drama here at the gates of Balmoral. Little fuss.
Instead a well-rehearsed plan has swung quietly into action.
The police are directing traffic; and every few minutes another reporter or photographer crosses Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s bridge over the River Dee to join the throng watching and waiting at the entrance of the estate.
For much of the afternoon the rain teemed down, leaving the purple heather sodden.
At 5.05pm there was a flash of camera bulbs as a motorcade swept past, with Prince William driving a car containing Princes Andrew, Edward; and Sophie, the Countess of Wessex.
They have come to a place the Queen loves, perhaps more than anywhere else.
Many people here in Royal Deeside return that affection.
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In modern times Balmoral Castle, built in the 1850s for Queen Victoria, has been a constant in the life of the royal family – an enduring symbol of the monarchy.
Tonight thoughts and prayers here are with Victoria’s great, great, granddaughter, Elizabeth.
The scene at the gates of Balmoral
Rachel Bell
Reporting from Balmoral
Well-wishers have gathered at Balmoral, braving the heavy rainfall along with members of the media from around the world.
Several members of the Queen’s immediate family are already at Balmoral to be by her side.
Her Majesty has been in residence at her beloved Scottish holiday home since July.
The statement released from Buckingham Palace earlier today said the Queen remains under medical supervision and that she is comfortable.
The Queen’s family are gathering around her, making their way from across the country to be with her at Balmoral.
It’s a reminder that these are sons, daughters, grandchildren and in-laws as well as public figures.
Prince William arrived a little while ago with his uncles Prince Andrew and Prince Edward and Prince Edward’s wife Sophie.
Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, has remained in Windsor as her and William’s children have had their first full day at a new school,
Prince Harry is on his way separately, but not accompanied by his wife Meghan, according to their spokeswoman.
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-bbc.com
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