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The tea was a surprise treat for Alice, 83, Mary, 88, and George Dowling, 89, after they were targeted by masked thugs in their home twice in a week.

The raiders stole £1,400 – which comprised their pensions, life savings and money they were planning to donate to charity.

Officers at their local police station in Shepherd’s Bush, West London, were so in awe of the trio’s courage during the ordeal they raised more than £700 to help to compensate them.

Sergeant Andy Le Geyt also arranged a meeting with their favourite Royal Camilla, who invited them to visit Clarence House for tea, sandwiches and a chat.