King Charles awarded special Blue Peter badge for his 'amazing work'

King Charles awarded special Blue Peter badge for his 'amazing work' The King was presented with a coveted green version of a Blue Peter badge in honour of his work protecting the environment during a special event at Dumfries House to mark Earth DayCommentsNewsJennifer Newton Deputy Royal Editor16:02, 22 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesThe King is presented with a special Blue Peter Green badge by Blue Peter presenter Joel Mawhinney (Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images)The King has been presented with a coveted Blue Peter 'Green' badge to honour his “amazing work” in protecting the environment.‌Charles was given the honour by Blue Peter presenter Joel Mawhinney, during a special event on Earth Day at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire, the headquarters of his King’s Foundation. The green version of the badge is given to those who have shown their commitment to looking after nature and the environment. Other famous recipients include Sir David Attenborough and the King’s own son, Prince William.‌The monarch, who had previously been awarded a gold version of the award and wore it on his suit, then placed another Blue Peter badge into a time capsule, which is being buried to mark the 35th anniversary of the King’s Foundation.‌READ MORE: Prince Louis' birthday marks 'end of an era' for 'devoted' William and KateREAD MORE: Palace issues new King Charles photo ahead of address to nation on Queen’s centenaryView 4 ImagesThe King with his green badge along with students from Auchenharvie Academy(Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire)It will remain buried in the estate for 100 years before being dug out by future generations. At Dumfries House’s Pierburg Education Centre and Kauffman Education Garden, the King met with primary school pupils taking part in the King’s Foundation Growing Together, Cooking Together programme, as well as pupils from Auchenharvie Academy in North Ayrshire, who were recognised for their efforts in promoting sustainability.Blue Pet...