Dagenham royal visit - King Charles at Eastbrook Studios

Eastbrook Studios on Yew Tree Avenue was the final pit stop for His Majesty following a morning of engagements at local venues today (February 18).

The King was joined earlier today by Queen Camilla, as the royal pair greeted crowds outside Barking Learning Centre before moving on to Barking & Dagenham College Rush Green Campus.

The King made his way into the studio (Image: Sandra Rowse)

He arrived alone to Eastbrook Studios, where he was welcomed by local MP for Dagenham & Rainham Margaret Mullane among others.

Fans gathered by the entrance to the studio, hoping to catch a glimpse of His Majesty on his way in.

The King was keen to learn more of the energy efficiency of the campus (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Stepping inside studio ten, staff continued their greetings before King Charles III made his way over to a set.

Anna Wilson, sector development lead for film and creative industries, explained to His Majesty the work done by Film Barking and Dagenham's 'Make It Here' learning and participation programme.

Anna Wilson discussed the opportunities provided to those "taking their first steps into the world of film" (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Students are given the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the studio, which is London's largest film and TV studio campus.

Anna said: "They are all taking their first steps into the world of film."

The King stood among students (Image: Sandra Rowse)

His Majesty was put to work at the set as he was handed the clapperboard, enthusiastically calling out "action!" after slating it, which was met with a ripple of laughter.

The King was given a brief demonstration of some of the work done at the campus, chatting to dancer and performer Emma Farnell-Watson.

The King joked with Emma Farnell-Watson about pull ups and more (Image: Sandra Rowse)

His Majesty was overheard discussing Emma's training that allows for such performances, with the pair joking about frequent yoga, ballet, and the occasional pull ups.

Emma assured The King that her "knees are good" before showing her flexibility on set.

The King had a go with the lighting equipment (Image: Sandra Rowse)

At the end of the performance, His Majesty said: "Now I see why you do yoga!".

He then tried his hand at the lighting deck, seeming to show a natural knack for switching the scene's back set.

His Majesty unveiled a plaque marking his visit (Image: Sandra Rowse)

His Majesty seemed keen to learn more of the operations on the campus, chatting to representatives of MBS Equipment Co about the sustainability of the studios, specifically asking about the use of solar panels and energy efficiency.

To mark the occasion and to officially declare the studios open, the King unveiled a plaque to commemorate his visit.