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King Charles' close friend dies age 78 at Highgrove estate
Captain Ian Farquhar, a friend of King Charles who enjoyed a lifetime of close-knit links with the Royal Family, has died at his home on King Charles' Highgrove Estate the age of 78
Captain Ian Farquhar, joint master of the Beaufort Hunt, was said to have died peacefully at his home (Image: PA) Read MoreRelated Articles Kate Middleton's favourite trainers are on sale and perfect for spring The Beaufort Hunt shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram: "It is with broken hearts we send our love and condolences to the family and friends of our own Captain Ian Farquhar, who so brilliantly piloted us for 34 years and passed away peacefully this week.' Captain Ian Farquhar was a close friend of King Charles (Image: PA)"He had a wicked sense of humour and anyone who was lucky enough to be in his company and listen to tales of his extremely varied and adventurous life both in the army and the hunting world will hold onto those memories forever," reports the Mirror.
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