High Society: King Charles and the Royal Connection to Cannabis

The British monarchy has always carried an air of mystery, tradition, and a fair bit of scandal. But what happens when whispers of cannabis reach the palace gates? While no official Buckingham Palace statement has confirmed that King Charles partakes, the idea of a monarch using cannabis has gone from unthinkable to entirely plausible—especially in a world waking up to the plant’s therapeutic potential.

After all, King Charles III has long been known for his interest in alternative medicine, herbal wellness, and sustainable farming. He even launched the Prince’s Foundation for Integrated Health to promote natural remedies and holistic care. While the foundation never officially endorsed cannabis, it wouldn’t be shocking to find a little CBD oil tucked into the royal apothecary—or infused into the afternoon tea menu at Highgrove.

In fact, a palace source once claimed the King was overheard chuckling and saying,

“If it helps the people relax and heal, then perhaps it’s high time we make it part of the royal routine.”

Whether jest or genuine sentiment, the idea of King Charles enjoying a high tea with a few cannabis-infused cucumber sandwiches feels more comforting than controversial.

A Royal History with Hemp

The Royal Family isn’t new to cannabis. Queen Victoria herself was prescribed cannabis tinctures by her royal physician, Sir J. Russell Reynolds, to treat cramps and other ailments including general mood dysphoria. Reynolds famously declared, “When pure and administered carefully, cannabis is one of the most valuable medicines we possess.”

The history goes deeper. King Henry VIII required British farmers to grow hemp for the royal navy, and Queen Elizabeth I later enforced the same mandate. Hemp was essential for making ropes, sails, and other military essentials that powered the empire.

Charles and Cannabidiol: A Modern Monarch’s Curiosity

While no paparazzi photos show Charles lighting up a royal blunt in the garden, it’s easy to imagine him enjoying the benefits of a full-spectrum CBD tincture or sipping a delicate cannabis-infused Earl Grey after a long day of royal duties.

The King has shown interest in wellness and regenerative farming, and it’s likely he understands the plant’s potential for both industry and healing. His sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, have both spoken about mental health, with Harry candidly discussing his use of various substances in the past. Cannabis, at least in medical form, might already be a quiet part of the royal wellness regimen.

Fun British Cannabis Facts:

• The UK is one of the world’s largest producers of legal medical cannabis, yet its citizens face major hurdles in obtaining it.

• Cannabis was first listed in the British pharmacopoeia in the 19th century and used widely until prohibition in the 1920s.

• There’s a strain called Royal Highness—a sativa-dominant hybrid rich in CBD and elegance.

• Afternoon tea with a THC twist is a growing trend in the UK. Some “high tea” lounges now offer CBD-infused scones, herbal joints in porcelain ashtrays, and ganja-spiked jam for those who like their rituals with a buzz.

• British Parliament has debated cannabis reform multiple times, with momentum building for change in the next generation.

  
  

A New Era of Royal Wellness?

While Charles may not be rolling up in the royal carriage anytime soon, he embodies the quiet shift happening across the UK—where tradition meets transformation, and ancient plants are reentering the wellness conversation.

Imagine it: 4 o’clock sharp at Highgrove. The teacups are porcelain, the sandwiches are delicate, and the jam? Well, it’s got a little something extra.

Long live the King—and long live the King’s kush.