They're changing the paintwork at Buckingham Palace... with a cherrypicker

Decorators had a brush with royalty today as they gave Buckingham Palace a makeover.

Using a cherrypicker to reach the first floor, they repainted the window frames as a guardsman stood to attention beneath them.

A full makeover could take some time — the palace has 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 92 offices, 78 bathrooms and 760 windows.

But one painter still found time to take a break from the hard work to grab a cold drink.