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The Queen has been in Scotland for the Summer, staying in her Balmoral residence for her official holiday.
The Queen attended her residence in Scotland with Prince Philip her children and great grandchildren have also visited.
The Duke of Edinburgh was seen in high around the Balmoral estate, but has not stepped out in public following his retirement.
The Queen however has been engaging with the public during her time in the highlands.
Why is the Queen visiting Scotland?
While many Britons are finishing their summer holidays, the Queen is expected to remain on hers until October.
Taking time in Balmoral each year, the Queen has been an annual visitor to the castle since her childhood.
Each year, she is joined by other members of the Royal Family, with Prince Charles and Princess Anne spotted on public engagements this year.
Elizabeth first journeyed to the castle in mid-July but bypassed her official residence for the Craigowan Lodge before making her way to Balmoral.
She was forced to stay outside the castle as she waited for official tourist season to end, which came at the end of the month.
What has the Queen done at Balmoral?
The Balmoral visit includes some official duties, and the Queen has been busy this year.
She attended the Braemar Gathering yesterday, alongside Prince Charles and Princess Anne.
Dressed in a smart blue outfit, the Queen was seen giggling with her children as she pointed at sportsmen and women enthusiastically playing the traditional highland games which include the tug of war and hammer throw.
Queen Elizabeth is a patron of the Braemar Gathering, which takes place every year on the first Saturday of September.
Organised by the Braemar Royal Highland Society, the Queen has attended the event regularly following Queen Victoria’s visit in 1848.
The Queen has also been spotted at church attending today’s Sunday service.
Driven to the service in Aberdeenshire, the monarch was all smiles as she waved at the public from her car.
Joined by Princess Anne, the two were seen wearing bright blue and green complimentary outfits.
Prince Charles joined the two later on, having driven himself down to the church.
Traditionally, the Queen and her family will enjoy their time in Balmoral without many staff, picnicking, stalking deer, and otherwise enjoying some low-key time together.
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