Maundy Thursday: Queen joined by Eugenie at Windsor service
Princess Eugenie attended the service at St George's Chapel, where she was married last year
The Queen was joined by Princess Eugenie for this year's Royal Maundy Service as she marked Maundy Thursday by handing out coins to pensioners. Commemorative purses were given to 93 men and 93 women at Windsor Castle's St George's Chapel, referring to the Queen's 93rd birthday on Sunday.Maundy Thursday is a Christian holy day falling on the Thursday before Easter.
When the Queen arrived at the chapel's north door with her granddaughter, they were presented with traditional nosegays - which in ancient times warded off unpleasant smells - before taking their seats at the head of the congregation.
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