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Prince Harry and his fiancé Meghan Markle meet 'Pony Major' Cruachan VI (a Shetland pony), the mascot of the Royal Regiment of Scotland during a visit to Edinburgh Castle in Scotland.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit to Edinburgh, Scotland - 13 Feb 2018
The couple also visited the Social Bite sandwich shop, the profits from which are used to help the homeless.
A cheeky Shetland tried to nip Prince Harry’s hand as the royal visited Edinburgh today (Tuesday, 13 February).
The pony, Cpl Cruachan IV, met Prince Harry and his fiancée Meghan Markle as the couple made their first official joint visit to Scotland.
The Prince can be seen giving Cpl Cruachan a fond scratch as they are introduced at Edinburgh Castle, before turning to talk to the Shetland’s handler.
As he does so, he leaves a hand outstretched and the naughty Shetland can’t resist taking a sneaky swipe at his fingers.
Prince Harry and Ms. Markle are greeted on arrival at Edinburgh Castle by the Band of the Royal Marines and the mascot of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, Shetland pony Cruachan? pic.twitter.com/3nzR9W6ZP5Prince Harry and Ms. Markle are greeted on arrival at Edinburgh Castle by the Band of the Royal Marines and the mascot of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, Shetland pony Cruachan? pic.twitter.com/3nzR9W6ZP5— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 13, 2018— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 13, 2018
Ms Markle can’t contain her laughter as Prince Harry gives the pony a scratch on his nose in return.
The Shetland is the regimental mascot of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. He took over from the retiring Cruachan III in 2012 and has met with a number of royals and VIPs during his service.
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle outside Edinburgh Castle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit to Edinburgh, Scotland - 13 Feb 2018
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His name — Cruachan— comes from the war cry of Clan Campbell and he leads the regiment on parade on formal occasions and represents the regiment at events across Scotland.
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He leads the regiment on parade on formal occasions and represents the regiment at events across Scotland.
The adorable Shetland takes a staring role in the short film as he imagines how it would feel to gallop
He leads the regiment on parade on formal occasions and represents the regiment at events across Scotland.
While taking part in his many engagements, the pony is — almost — always on his best behaviour.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock (9375354ae)
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle outside Edinburgh Castle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit to Edinburgh, Scotland - 13 Feb 2018
“I love the fact Her Majesty The Queen always brings me a treat,” he tweeted after the visit.
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