William and wife Kate welcomed by this 4-year-old on first visit to wales as Prince and Princess. Read details

The Prince and Princess of Wales's visit to the RNLI Holyhead Lifeboat station in Anglesey, North Wales, was a memorable event for little Theo, who welcomed them with a flower bouquet.

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An excited Theo Crompton, 4, welcomed the Prince and Princess of Wales on their first official visit.
The Royal couple was visiting the RNLI Holyhead Lifeboat station at Anglesey. It was a memorable day for the little boy (Theo), who was picked for his royal duty from among the crowds.


Queen's grandchildren stand vigil as nation prepares for State funeral
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All eight of Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren stood in silent vigil beside her coffin early on Saturday evening.

All eight of Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren stood in silent vigil beside her coffin early on Saturday evening.

William, the heir to the throne, stood, his head bowed, at the head of the coffin and Harry at the foot, both wearing military uniforms.

William, the heir to the throne, stood, his head bowed, at the head of the coffin and Harry at the foot, both wearing military uniforms.

King Charles III was also seen making an unannounced visit to greet people waiting to file past Queen Elizabeth's coffin.

King Charles III was also seen making an unannounced visit to greet people waiting to file past Queen Elizabeth's coffin.

Tens of thousands have queued for hours, including through the night, to file past her coffin and pay their respects.

Tens of thousands have queued for hours, including through the night, to file past her coffin and pay their respects.

US President Joe Biden also headed to the UK to pay his respects to Queen Elizabeth II at a time of transition in US-UK relations.

US President Joe Biden also headed to the UK to pay his respects to Queen Elizabeth II at a time of transition in US-UK relations.

State heads and dignitaries from around the world are expected to arrive in London over the weekend.

State heads and dignitaries from around the world are expected to arrive in London over the weekend.

King Charles will also overlook the preparations and check the plans ahead of the Queen's state funeral.

King Charles will also overlook the preparations and check the plans ahead of the Queen's state funeral.

Hundreds of troops from the British army, air force, and navy have taken part in the first full rehearsal of the Queen's funeral.

Hundreds of troops from the British army, air force, and navy have taken part in the first full rehearsal of the Queen's funeral.

The Queen's coffin was adorned with a Royal Standard and the Imperial State Crown, and pulled by a Gun Carriage of The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery.

The Queen's coffin was adorned with a Royal Standard and the Imperial State Crown, and pulled by a Gun Carriage of The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery.



Sentimental Attachment with Holyhead

Prince William and Princess Kate became sentimental while meeting the locals, including the coast guards and cadets. William arrived in Anglesey (close to Holyhead) in 2010 as an RAF Search and Rescue helicopter pilot.

After their marriage, the Prince and the Princess lived as newlyweds in a rented farmhouse from 2010 to 2013.

The couple visited the St Thomas Church in Swansea after leaving Holyhead.
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The church is now a community hub and home to a food bank. Besides supporting over 200 homeless people with food, they (the church) also arrange toilet and shower facilities for the needy.

Prince of Wales, William and Kate went through the church's various activities and met the volunteers.

FAQS

Where is Holyhead?
The Wales town Holyhead is also a major seaport for Ireland. The town is in the county of the Isle of Anglesey.

Why Princess Kate has a special affection for baby banks?
Kate worked previously with baby banks. She convinced several British brands (in 2020) to donate new items to over 40 baby banks in the country.
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