The Royal Family is to unite to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the investiture of the Prince of Wales, as the Queen hosts a reception at Buckingham Palace.

The Queen and her eldest son will be joined by the Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and the Princess Royal for the special daytime reception on Tuesday, March 5.

The gathering will be a rare opportunity to see the Prince with his two sons and their wives together, with each household generally undertaking their public work separately to shine a light on as many different causes as possible.

The reception will be the cornerstone of anniversary celebrations this year, as Clarence House emphasises the significance of the role.

Prince Charles was created the Prince of Wales when he was only nine years old on July 26 1958.

He was formally invested with the title by the Queen 11 years later on July 1 1969 at Caernarfon Castle when he was 20.

Leading figures in Welsh and UK public life will be present, as well as representatives from the future king's many Welsh charities and patronages.

The Archbishop of Canterbury will also give a speech to mark the occasion.