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His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales hosted a Garden Party to celebrate the work of his Charities and Military Associations at Buckingham Palace.

Today The Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration was held at Buckingham Palace.

The event celebrated the achievements of His Royal Highness' Patronages, Military affiliations, the charities HRH supports & others involved in public service. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/9FjjTQsr9A

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

In The Prince's 70th year, HRH and The Duchess of Cornwall were joined by 6,500 people from 386 of HRH's patronages, as well as people representing all 18 of HRH's military affiliations. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/EUvEQoIR86

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

His Royal Highness, accompanied by The Duchess of Cornwall, met 386 of his Patronages and 20 of his Military Associations.

The Prince of Wales met Harry, Trafford Volunteer Cadet @TraffordVPC, who volunteered during the Manchester Arena attack a year ago today. pic.twitter.com/2Sc4HVQ8O2

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

To help with the celebration, 100 Cadets from @YouthareUnited were on hand to assist in the garden and guests listened to musical entertainment form the Band of the Welsh Guards and Borough Welsh Choir – amongst others. pic.twitter.com/I40BRkiXSA

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

The Duchess speaks to guests at today’s celebration in the garden.

All of the 18 of The Prince of Wales’ military affiliations were represented here today. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/t5TZyLlfA1

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

Today’s Garden Party celebrated the work of The Prince’s Charities, including the @PrincesTrust.

Since its foundation by HRH in 1976, the Trust has supported over 826,000 young people. #PrinceAndPatron pic.twitter.com/YYHIfg22S7

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

Also accompanying the couple were the newly wed The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. With The Duke giving a speech

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex also attended The Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration in the Garden, their first as a married couple, and met people representing The Prince's Patronages. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/55E7ESxFid

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

The Duke of Sussex made a speech at the celebration:
‘You have inspired William and I, and looking out here today, it is clear to see that we are not alone.’ pic.twitter.com/ZoodkqqFq9

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

Read The Duke of Sussex’s speech in full here: https://t.co/00bDoZBwad pic.twitter.com/5BQSKUPuWx

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have released three official photographs taken on their wedding day by photographer Alexi Lubomirski. #RoyalWedding pic.twitter.com/OUYdBVXjls

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 21, 2018

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were also photographed on the East Terrace, Windsor Castle. Their Royal Highnesses would like to thank everyone for their kind wishes and sharing in their special day #RoyalWedding pic.twitter.com/8Pu9HXtP4s

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 21, 2018

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are surrounded by their Bridesmaids and Pageboys in The Green Drawing Room of Windsor Castle. #RoyalWedding pic.twitter.com/VR6f47pTJX

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 21, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall attended last Thursday the the dedication service for the National Memorial to British Victims of Overseas Terrorism at the The National Memorial Arboretum.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall attended the dedication service for the National Memorial to British Victims of Overseas Terrorism at the @Nat_Mem_Arb today.

After the service, Their Royal Highnesses met families affected by terrorism. pic.twitter.com/utvq3zZUDc

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 17, 2018

They joined over 200 families members of those killed by terrorist acts overseas for the dedication service for the National Memorial to British Victims of Overseas Terrorism

"There are no words, however heartfelt, that can heal your wounds, and no memorial that can bring your loved ones back. And yet, it is more than grief that brings us all here today, and more than pain that unites us." - HRH Prince of Wales @ClarenceHouse pic.twitter.com/S5e339Cpt9

— National Memorial Arboretum (@Nat_Mem_Arb) May 17, 2018

After the service, they met families affected by terrorism

Yesterday, Their Royal Highnesses carried out engagements in London that celebrates technology, innovation and sustainable fashion.

Their first stop was at the YouTube Space in King's Cross, where they met YouTubers and learnt about Google Arts & Culture projects.

Today The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are carrying out engagements in London that will celebrate technology, innovation and sustainable fashion.
TRH will first visit @YouTubeSpaceLon to meet YouTubers and learn about @googlearts projects. pic.twitter.com/T4GWDtWsJS

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

The project is an immersive way for users to explore art, history and wonders of the world which puts over 1,500 museums at users’ fingertips.

The Google Arts & Culture project is an immersive way for users to explore art, history and wonders of the world. It puts over 1,500 museums at users’ fingertips. @googlearts @YouTubeSpaceLon pic.twitter.com/jUaEak9WhF

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

During their visit, they also tried on virtual reality headsets and saw how Google Arts & Culture allows internet users to explore historic locations and sites in an interactive way. Archaeologist Jago Cooper of the British Museum showcased the Ancient Maya project, which explores the story of the Maya through interactive photos and video.

Archaeologist Jago Cooper of @britishmuseum shows TRH the @googlearts Ancient Maya project, which allows users to explore the story of the Maya through interactive photos and video. pic.twitter.com/huDzcndi6a

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

YouTubers Joe Sugg and Louise Pentland talked to Their Royal Highnesses about how they create videos that are watched by millions and discussed topics including traditional thatching and children’s literacy. Literacy is a keen topic for The Duchess especially in promoting literacy and Louise Pentland is an author.

The Duchess is Patron of the @Booktrust - The Duchess takes a keen interest in promoting literacy & @LouisePentland is an author. pic.twitter.com/LBZmTAFz3i

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

The Duchess of Cornwall joins YouTuber @LouisePentland for a chat about children’s literacy at @YouTubeSpaceLon - which is a place made available to “youtubers” for them to create content for their channels. pic.twitter.com/aHG7LK1KIp

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

During this visits, His Royal Highness sat down and heard the stories of Joe Sugg and Omar Sharif, 26 including many others. Including how the Prince of Wales' baby and foundation The Prince's Trust worked and taught Omar the skills to where he is.

YouTuber @joe_sugg, also known on @YouTube as ThatcherJoe, and The Prince of Wales take part in some traditional thatching at @YouTubeSpaceLon.
HRH champions traditional skills such as thatching through his charity @PrincesFound pic.twitter.com/KHvyh1LcbT

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

Meanwhile The Duchess was given a “Tiltbrush” demonstration with artist @RealJonathanYeo
Jonathan demonstrates the technique of Tiltbrushing, a @Google initiative that permits 3D painting and design through the use of a virtual reality headset. pic.twitter.com/z9M3Ut6c6z

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

The Duchess views a demonstration of the “tiltbrush” technique @YouTubeSpaceLon pic.twitter.com/NTL0uiAmQR

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

In one of the other @YouTubeSpaceLon studios, The Prince of Wales joined a discussion with HRH’s youth charities about violent crime and how social media can help. The discussion panel was made up of young people who have been supported by those charities including @PrincesTrust pic.twitter.com/Dmw3xOVBRb

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

Next, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall visited Yoox Net-a-Porter's (YNAP) cutting edge Tech Hub office in White City, which has been developed by the online fashion retailer as part of their investment in technology and operations.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall tour @ynap’s new Tech Hub, a cutting edge centre developed by the online fashion retailer as part of their investment in technology and operations. pic.twitter.com/FBeDmkhQ6C

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

YNAP employs close to 5,000 people with more than 2,000 based in London. As part of the tour given by CEO Frederico Marchetti and Caroline Rush of the BFC(British Fashion Council), Their Royal Highnesses visited a showroom featuring British brands and sustainable fashion and met students who were taking part in coding workshops.

A warm welcome to TRH the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, greeted by our CEO @FMarchetti and Caroline Rush @BFC for an exclusive tour of the YOOX NET-A-PORTER Tech Hub in London today @clarencehouse #RoyalVisitYNAP pic.twitter.com/LQ4tAMyDkJ

— YOOX NET-A-PORTER (@ynap) May 16, 2018

HRH learning the basics of coding with students from our CodeLab initiative with @imperialcollege @ClarenceHouse #RoyalVisitYNAP pic.twitter.com/GM4SMpI1Ig

— Federico Marchetti (@fmarchetti) May 16, 2018

The last stop on the trip was Soho House's new outpost in White City, where The Prince cut through the red ribbon and declared the members' club open for business.

As part of the tour, TRH visited a showroom featuring British brands and sustainable fashion.@ynap employs close to 5,000 people with more than 2,000 based in London. pic.twitter.com/7vZU6vP9KZ

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

Inside, new British talent in sustainable fashion, textiles and design industries were showcasing their works.

British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward Enninful met The Prince of Wales for the first time. He said: "I love what he does for fashion, the new generation. I'm a huge fan. It's a real honour."

Today HRH The Prince of Wales met with British designers who are dedicated to sustainability & championing positive change. The visit was part of the BFC's #PositiveFashion initiative. Find out more: https://t.co/sW5b99YnNK Thank you @clarencehouse! @sohohouse pic.twitter.com/NZuTcgJPGt

— BFC (@BFC) May 16, 2018

In Archanes, Greek dancers welcome The Prince and The Duchess to a fantastic celebration of local Cretan food and culture.#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/UjTeQyO5ws

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 11, 2018

On their second day May 10th, The Prince of Wales met with Archbishop Ieronymos II at the Archbishop's Palace in Athens. His Royal Highness was led to a room full of paintings of former archbishops of Athens and was welcomed by other Greek bishops. The Archbishop said: "Welcome to the land of half of your ancestors." His Royal Highness was given an icon of the Virgin Mary as a gift from the Archbishop.

The Prince of Wales is meeting with His Beatitude Archbishop Ieronymos II of Athens and All Greece this morning on the second day of #RoyalVisitGreece. pic.twitter.com/m5ZzXrRQdF

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

Later The Prince of Wales met with The Duchess of Cornwall went for walkabout in the Kapnikarea area of central Athens and stopped for refreshments. After visiting the 11th Century Church of St Eirini and the stalls of St Eirini Square, Their Royal Highnesses tried traditional Greek coffee in a local cafe.

During a walking tour of the Kapnikarea area of central Athens, The Prince and The Duchess meet local residents and try traditional Greek coffee in a local café. ☕️ #RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/7ltWw3ouG7

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

Afterwards, they visited stalls with local delicacies including loukoumades, traditional Greek doughnuts, and koulouri, traditional Greek pretzels, before heading to the Byzantine Church of Kapnikarea the final stop on the tour.

After The Prince and The Duchess then arrived at the Commonwealth War Graves site where they were greeted by Captain Tim Ferns, the UK Defence Attache. They gathered for a short ceremony and shared a minute's silence after the sound of a trumpet. His Royal Highness  then laid a wreath on a tomb at the site which displayed the message: "Their name liveth for evermore."

TRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall have this morning visited the @CWGC’s Phaleron War Cemetery in order to pay their respects to over 2,000 Commonwealth servicemen of the Second World War who are commemorated here. Find out more here: https://t.co/oeedCxl6Uy #WW2 pic.twitter.com/Zwig98K2M9

— WarGravesCommission (@CWGC) May 10, 2018

Before departing, Their Royal Highnesses met dignitaries and guests before receiving a short tour of the cemetery and a walking inspection of the Hellenic Armed Forces Honour Guard. The Prince met 101-year-old war veteran, Themistocles Marinos MBE, who had received eight Greek medals - including a Gold Gallantry Cross, Military Cross and Distinguished Services Medal and described him as a "remarkable" man.

They later separated with The Duchess of Cornwall going on to visit the Kaisariani Monastery, where she read a passage from Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone to a group of schoolchildren.

The Duchess joins local schoolchildren for a @UNESCO literary event at Kaisariani Monastery near Athens.

HRH read a passage from Harry Potter to the children before they discussed their favourite parts! 📚 #RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/fiCnaq0AJ0

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

When asked what her favourite book was, The Duchess responded: "When I was very young, which was 100 years ago, I used to love the books of Rudyard Kipling." The children then surprised Her Royal Highness by acting out the scene she had just read to them, before handing her a painting they had done of the Hogwarts Express.

The Duchess of Cornwall is a passionate promoter of literacy and encouraging a love of reading from an early age.

Find out more about HRH’s literacy work: https://t.co/5awpkRSYwF#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/C1OSiP7Tle

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

She later also spent time at a women’s shelter to hear the stories of women who have been affected by issues including domestic abuse and violence. The shelter provides free housing, counselling and emergency support to women and children. The services are available to anyone living in Greece. The children who live at the shelter gave Her Royal Highness a beautiful posey before she departed.

While visiting Athens today, The Duchess spent time at a women’s shelter to hear the stories of women who have been affected by issues including domestic abuse and violence.#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/Zy9PdA1UW8

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

The shelter provides free housing, counselling and emergency support to women and children. The services are available to anyone living in Greece.

The children who live at the shelter gave HRH a beautiful posey before she departed.#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/wh8mqMC0KM

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses finished the day at The British Ambassador's Residence where they attended a reception to celebrate the different facets of the strong bilateral relationships between Britain and Greece. Guests representing a variety of areas and industries were present, including business, archaeology, security, tourism, media and religion.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are attending an Official Dinner at the Presidential Mansion in Athens. #RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/VpieNIjD12

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 9, 2018

“I thank you once again for your heartfelt and warm reception to your country, which is always so hospitable. I raise my glass to everyone's health, and to the welfare and friendship of our two peoples.”#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/kxQW7rt1tB

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 9, 2018

Yesterday, Their Royal Highnesses continue their visit in France by traveling to Lyon to commemorate VE Day.

Their Royal Highnesses were greeted by Mayor Georges Kepenekian and the President of Lyon Metropolitan Area David Kimelfeld, at Parc Tete d'Or where they participated in a ceremony to mark 73 years since the end of World War II. His Royal Highness lay a wreath at the foot of the monument in Parc Tete d'Or to commemorate those who fought in France.

Their Royal Highness are attending a VE Day ceremony at Le Parc de la Tête d'or in Lyon.

The Prince of Wales laid a wreath to remember those who fought in France during WWII. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/b3oZPHrzY3

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Other groups followed which included a schoolgirl who gently put down a single flower. The VE Day commemoration ceremony concluded with the brass band playing and a choir singing the national anthems of the allies in the Second World War.

Following the commemorations, The Prince and The Duchess met attendees, some of whom were veterans, and signed the Lyon visitors’ book. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/ODa4xpTqL4

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses then met hundreds of guests, including veterans, schoolchildren and members of the public.

After the commemorations, in honour of Lyon’s legendary culinary history, Their Royal Highnesses visited Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse food market, where they visited various stalls, including a cured meat stall which sells a Lyon-based meat called Saucisson de Lyon. The market is named after Paul Bocuse, one of Lyon's most revered and well-known chefs.

To celebrate Lyon’s legendary culinary history, Their Royal Highnesses are visiting the Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse food market. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/VzCkKF4Bpv

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

After which the couple separated with The Prince of Wales visiting Interpol HQ, where he was given a tour by Secretary General Jürgen Stock, taking in the building's command centre and meeting staff working on a variety of crime areas, including the illegal wildlife trade, modern slavery and works of art. During the visit, His Royal Highness was briefed on Operation Libertad, which saw the rescue of 350 potential victims of human trafficking across the Americas.

The Prince of Wales was briefed on #OperationLibertad, which saw the rescue of 350 potential victims of #humantrafficking across the Americas: https://t.co/z7qoWysZBv pic.twitter.com/zMWAb5nxA0

— INTERPOL (@INTERPOL_HQ) May 8, 2018

The Prince of Wales visits @INTERPOL_HQ in Lyon to learn more about the organisation and its work combating global crimes including the illegal wildlife trade and cybercrime. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/gDRvsk4qB5

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

The Prince of Wales speaking to staff after seeing first-hand the work of @INTERPOL_HQ with French Interior Minister @gerardcollomb #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/JLM1aHykjj

— Ed Llewellyn (@EdLlewellynFCO) May 8, 2018

Followed with a visit to ISARA Lyon University to meet a range of students, staff and recent graduates at the campus which is dedicated to agroecology, sustainable development and food science. As a lover and champion of sustainable development His Royal Highness was introduced to former students who have launched their own eco food companies, one of which supplies organic vegetarian meat substitutes to the commercial market.

To end day two of the #RoyalVisitFrance, The Prince visited @isaralyon and met the university’s students and staff who are from a campus dedicated to agroecology, sustainable development and food science. pic.twitter.com/HWUh7t0oj5

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Meanwhile, The Duchess of Cornwall dropped in at VIFILL SOS Femmes. VIFILL SOS Femmes is a refuge for women and children who have suffered domestic violence.  Her Royal Highness was given a brief tour of the children's reception and shared kitchen. At the end of her visit, The Duchess gave the charity two hampers of baked goods for the women and children to enjoy.

The Duchess of Cornwall visits SOS Femmes in Lyon, a charity that supports those affected by domestic abuse through providing refuge housing and advisory services.#RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/rBvUChWOEb

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Her Royal Highness concluded the day with a visit to Emmaus Lyon, a French charity which uses social enterprise and recycling to provide long term support to those suffering from homelessness.

The Duchess of Cornwall visits @EmmausLyon to see how donated and unwanted goods are restored and sold on to benefit the charity. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/Nkj7lE4FjL

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

The Duchess undertook a tour of the centre's warehouse, following the lifecycle of donated homewares and meeting with resident "companions", the name given to those who live and work within an Emmaus community. The Duchess of Cornwall has been Patron of Emmaus's UK branch since 2006.

Emmaus communities support formerly homeless people by giving them a place to live and meaningful work.

The Duchess of Cornwall is Patron of @EmmausUK and has visited a number of Emmaus communities across the country. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/6knSJv5lJ1

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall arrived on Monday in Nice were they attended the commemorations to remember those who died during the attack on Le Promenade des Anglais in July 14th 2016, went to Èze and received a masterclass on different scents and perfume-making techniques at Fragonard Perfumery, and The Prince was declared an Honorary Citizen of Nice by Mayor Estrosi

Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall are currently in the South of France for a royal visit. Their Royal Highnesses arrived yesterday and were welcome by Ambassador to France, Lord Llewellyn before attending commemorations to remember those who died during the attack on Le Promenade des Anglais in July 14th 2016.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall have arrived in Nice for the #RoyalVisitFrance 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/8OWG9vuDss

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses met with families of the victims and members of the emergency services who worked on the evening of the attack following the commemorations and The Prince of Wales laid flowers from his Highgrove Garden at the memorial, which is dedicated to the 86 people who died.

Families of the victims and members of the emergency services who worked on the evening of the attack meet TRH following the commemorations on La Promenade des Anglais. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/K1Jdy6wJSg

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

The Prince and The Duchess are attending commemorations in Nice for the victims who were affected by the attack on Le Promenade des Anglais in July 2016. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/cdCqt5sLsz

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses then went to Èze and received a masterclass on different scents and perfume-making techniques at Fragonard Perfumery. The Perfumery was founded in 1926 and is one of the most well known in France.

Fragonard’s renowned "Nose" Celine Ellena invited The Prince and The Duchess to create their own perfumes before and Their Royal Highnesses met staff who make Fragonard’s famous soaps.

In Èze, TRH are given a masterclass on different scents and perfume-making techniques at Fragonard Perfumery.

The Perfumery was founded in 1926 and is one of the most well known in France. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/oIAXqJN1su

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

In Èze’s medieval village, The Prince and The Duchess explored the narrow streets and enjoyed views overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Èze’s medieval village sits on a hilltop overlooking the Mediterranean Sea - The Prince and The Duchess explore the cobbled streets and meet visitors as they go. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/hUvXyHfFtv

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

The Perfumery’s renowned "Nose" Celine Ellena invited The Prince and The Duchess to create their own perfumes before TRH meet staff who make Fragonard’s famous soaps. pic.twitter.com/nVSNAO7Gtp

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

At the end of the first official day, Their Royal Highnesses attended a reception at Villa Masséna to celebrate ties between the UK and Nice. During the reception The Prince of Wales was declared an Honorary Citizen of Nice by Mayor Estrosi.

To end day one of #RoyalVisitFrance, The Prince and The Duchess are attending a reception to celebrate the links between Nice and the UK.#RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/iYrWjmpfvT

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

During the reception, The Prince of Wales was declared an Honorary Citizen of Nice by Mayor Estrosi.#RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/wxmXCu909F

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 7, 2018

This week, ladies from the Peckham @WomensInstitute, assisted by @ChefTomKerridge, made a cake in the Clarence House kitchens for The Queen’s 92nd birthday. 🎂

The Duchess of Cornwall dropped in to see how it was going!#QueensBirthday pic.twitter.com/PglnMbvkn9

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 21, 2018

On Day 4 of the CommonWealth Head of Goverment Meeting, Buckingham Palace played setting for The Formal Opening took place in the Ballroom in Buckingham Palace.

The Duchess was in attendance.

Speeches were given from The Prince of Wales, The Prime Minister Theresa May,  the Commonwealth Secretary General Rt Hon Patricia Scotland QC and Head of the Commonwealth, Her Majesty The Queen.


Buckingham Palace once again provided the setting for a formal dinner to welcome Commonwealth leaders to London hosted by Her Majesty being the host.

The Queen and The Prince of Wales met representatives from all 53 countries of The Commonwealth, on the day that the #CHOGM2018 Formal Opening ceremony took place. pic.twitter.com/BQ5w6njvSB

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) April 19, 2018

Which was also attended by HRH The Prince of Wales and other members of the Royal Family including The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke of Cambridge, Prince Harry, The Duke of York and his Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, The Earl and Countess of Wessex, The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Princess Alexander of Kent.

This event was a tiara studed event. The Duchess had the Greville Tiara with

It was announced on Friday, that the Prince of Wales will be succeeding Her Majesty as Head of the CommonWealth when she passes away. This means will be seeing the Duchess involved in representing The Prince when he becomes King.

For a new day of events, Her Royal Highness attended the Women's Forum closing session roundtable meeting.

The Duchess of Cornwall is attending a roundtable meeting and the closing session of the #CHOGM2018 Women's Forum.

The discussion topic is ‘An improved response to domestic abuse by employers.’ pic.twitter.com/FDenS1w1Gu

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 18, 2018

The Forum set out to reflect on some of the global challenges still faced by women across the Commonwealth. The discussion topic during Her Royal Highness’s roundtable was ‘An improved response to domestic abuse by employers.’

During a speech today HRH said:

“Domestic abuse remains a hidden problem in society. It is characterised by silence.

“I hope we can talk about what is happening behind closed doors across the world.”#CHOGM2018 pic.twitter.com/F6iRfaAz9q

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 18, 2018

Since 2009, The Duchess has been dedicating her work to raising awareness of the issues facing those affected by sexual violence and domestic abuse.

During a speech today HRH said:

“Domestic abuse remains a hidden problem in society. It is characterised by silence.

“I hope we can talk about what is happening behind closed doors across the world.”#CHOGM2018 pic.twitter.com/F6iRfaAz9q

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 18, 2018

In her speech at the closing session, she said:

Another powerful speech today from the Duchess of Cornwall on the subject of domestic and sexual violence against women @safelives_ pic.twitter.com/j7KV24VeKM

— Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) April 18, 2018

"Now some of you in this room know, only too well, the terrible impact of domestic abuse.  Some of you are already working tirelessly to try to eradicate it from society.  I very much hope that all of you will find a chance to make significant connections today and find new ways to bring this problem out into the open – so that together we can make sure that the voices of those who are living with abuse today, wherever they live, are not silenced, but clearly heard."

The Countess of Chester received last week March 16th an Honorary Doctorate for her work in literacy.

Today The Duchess of Cornwall will receive an Honorary Doctorate at @uochester’s Graduation Ceremony in recognition of her work to promote literacy. pic.twitter.com/EZ7YUPY1ZB

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) March 16, 2018

The Duchess of Cornwall known as the Countess of Chester in the City of Chester was honoured by the University of Chester during their Graduation Ceremony today and was awarded in recognition of her commitment to promoting literacy.

"As you leave today’s degree ceremony, you should do so with your heads held high, justly proud of all you have achieved."

- HRH congratulates graduates at today's @uochester Graduation Ceremony after being presented with an Honorary Doctorate for her literacy work. pic.twitter.com/vXeBECBydC

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) March 16, 2018

Hosted in the historic Chester Cathedral, she received her Doctorate of Letters in front of 500 graduates from a number of academic faculties.

HRH’s work has a strong focus on encouraging a love of reading and writing from an early age. 📚

Find out more: https://t.co/wBz0wArEDm pic.twitter.com/OzyWKft91X

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) March 16, 2018

The Countess who is a strong promoter of literacy in the UK and internationally, with particular focus on encouraging a love of reading and writing from an early age.

#TBT to when HRH The Prince of Wales received an Honorary Doctorate of Letters in 2007 - HRH The Duchess of Cornwall will also be recognised with the award of an Honorary Doctorate of Letters at Graduation tomorrow 🎓 pic.twitter.com/900LH6A1aN

— UoChester Alumni 🎓 (@ChesterAlumni) March 15, 2018

As we all know The Countess is an avid reader and undertakes a number of engagements to promote the importance of supporting literacy, including the 500 Words Competition, an initiative which encourages children around the country to get creative and send in their stories of no more than 500 words, and the Man Booker Prize for Fiction.

According to Clarence House, The Countess said during a speech:  “I want to begin by thanking you, Chancellor, for the Honorary Doctorate that you have just bestowed upon me. I am grateful, too, for the Public Orator’s generous words and for the wonderfully warm welcome I have received today.

“As Countess of Chester, I take great pride in my relationship with both this beautiful city and now with your University.”

Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall celebrated the International Women's Day by hosting a reception to celebrate the Women of the World Festival (WOW) at Clarence House.

The Duchess of Cornwall hosted a reception at Clarence House to celebrate the Southbank Centre’s Women of the World Festival. This global event celebrates women and girls and looks at the obstacles that stop them from achieving their potential. HRH is President of the festival. One of the guests at the event today was actress Mona Hammond, who has recently been awarded the WOW Lifetime Achievement Award for her theatre career and for championing black British actors. #IWD2018 #InternationalWomensDay #WOWLDN

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According to Clarence House, "The global festival celebrates women and girls, and looks at the obstacles that stop them from achieving their potential." The Duchess is President of the London Southbank Centre's WOW, and met guests including singer Annie Lennox, entrepreneur Liz Earle, author Kate Mosse, broadcaster Mary Portas and author Kathy Lette at today’s event.

The Duchess began her short speech by welcoming "Ladies, and a smattering of very brave gentlemen" to her London home and praised the Women of the World Festival as "an astonishing creation". To continue she said: "This year, WOW will take place in 53 countries across the world.

The Duchess meets guests at the @WOWtweetUK reception, including @AnnieLennox and actress Mona Hammond.

Mona has recently been awarded the WOW Lifetime Achievement Award for her theatre career and for championing black British actors.

#IWD2018 pic.twitter.com/i4hPndP0EC

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) March 8, 2018

"It truly is a global festival dedicated to presenting work by women and promoting equality for women and girls."

The Duchess of Cornwall met representatives from @inspiredAUB for leading education and training in costume design serving UK creative industries. pic.twitter.com/NSqxFO6E2K

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 22, 2018

Their Royal Highness The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall spent the whole on Friday February 16th in West and South Yorkshire, visiting a number of local organisations, businesses and meeting with members of the local community.

Today The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are spending the day in West and South Yorkshire.

First stop – @ThePieceHall in Halifax, a former cloth hall that has been transformed into a thriving cultural & heritage destination. pic.twitter.com/GH279dvoq0

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

The day started in Halifax with a visit to The Piece Hall which is undergoing its multi-million pound project to transform the former cloth hall into a world class cultural heritage destination.

Thank you to everyone who came to @ThePieceHall to welcome Their Royal Highnesses to Yorkshire! pic.twitter.com/xj2acZ2Cvw

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

The Piece Hall has stood proudly at the heart of Halifax since 1779 and gets its name from the 'pieces of cloth' that used to be traded there.

At Halifax Borough market, TRH take a look at the local Yorkshire produce on offer.

As part of a £150m investment, the historic market building is being preserved & enhanced to attract new visitors and traders. pic.twitter.com/YxxeE1uogG

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

In August 2017, the Hall was re-opened and is now a thriving centre for business and culture, and during their visit, they were able to meet a number of those who have made it a success.

Next Their Royal Highnesses dropped in to Halifax Borough Market, a Victorian Grade II listed building that was originally opened by The Prince of Wales' great-grand parents The Duke and Duchess of York (later King George V and Queen Mary) in 1896.

The Victorian Grade II listed building was officially opened in 1896 by The Duke and Duchess of York (later King George V & Queen Mary). pic.twitter.com/Sy4CBTzKj9

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

After they went their separate ways, with The Prince of Wales then visited Dean Clough Mill, which was once the world's largest carpet factory. It is now a thriving business centre with 150 companies that has employed 4,500 people.

The Prince of Wales chats to local retailers who have benefitted from the conservation & restoration of the site which was completed in August 2017.

The 66,000sq ft piazza supports a range of independent businesses. pic.twitter.com/w0ucz8auCr

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

Meanwhile The Duchess of Cornwall travelled to Haworth, to visit the Brontë Museum and Brontë Parsonage, home to the Brontë sisters and the historic collection of their manuscripts, furniture and personal possessions. She met with museum staff and local school children who recently took part in a creative writing competition organised by the Museum. The Duchess is passionate about promoting the importance of supporting literacy both to children and adults alike.

At @BronteParsonage, The Duchess is celebrating the bicentenary of the birth of Emily Brontë & 90 years of the Brontë Museum.

The parsonage is the former home of the Brontë family & the place where their great novels were written. pic.twitter.com/593MPHuM7U

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

These local children have been taking part in a creative writing competition organised by @BronteParsonage.

The Duchess is passionate about promoting the importance of literacy. pic.twitter.com/xJD6F4RISh

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

2018 is the bicentenary of the birth of Emily Brontë and to mark the occasion throughout 2017, 10,000 visitors have participated in Clare Twomey's 'Wuthering Heights – A Manuscript' project, which is recreating Emily's lost manuscript. Today The Duchess had the honour of writing the very last line.

HRH writes the last line of Wuthering Heights in a newly created manuscript.

During 2017, over 12,000 visitors have participated in the project to recreate Emily Brontë's long lost manuscript. pic.twitter.com/EsmEFxQjzo

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

With the use of a vintage bus, Her Royal Highness travelled through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway to celebrate 50 years since it reopened, after its initial closure in 1961.

With the help a vintage bus, HRH travels through the beautiful town of Haworth on the way to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.
@WorthValley Railway is celebrating 50 years since it reopened! pic.twitter.com/CWOl67Wfkm

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

The Duchess meets @WorthValley volunteers, who are vital to the running of the line.

Volunteering projects are also being used to transfer skills to trainee engineers. pic.twitter.com/TppphKyY5w

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

The heritage line now welcomes over 120,000 tourists and enthusiasts, with volunteers vital to its success. The Duchess met a number of volunteers who have been restoring engines – projects that are being used to help transfer heritage skills to younger trainee engineers.

Her Royal Highness was then treated to a ride on board locomotive 'No.85', travelling inside Saloon 21661 which is best known as the 'Old Gentlemen's Saloon' in the classic film, The Railway Children, which was filmed on this Yorkshire line.

All aboard!

HRH joins the drivers on locomotive No.85, an engine that re-entered service in 2016 after being restored by volunteers. pic.twitter.com/YbnxmJJDWt

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

Today the engine is pulling Saloon 21661, which dates from 1847, is famous as the 'Old Gentlemen's Saloon', from The Railway Children, which was filmed on this line. pic.twitter.com/SSg5SZpkYx

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) February 16, 2018

In Rotherham, The Prince of Wales, as President of The Prince's Trust, was able to see first-hand how the Trust's Team Programme is helping disadvantaged young people in the town gain skills and qualifications by working with South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue.

The day finished with at Liberty Speciality Steels, where The Prince officially re-started the large furnace. The steel-works had originally been mothballed in 2015, but has since taken over and production has begun again – which has provided 300 local jobs already.