Scotland holds a special place in the hearts of Prince William and Kate Middleton, who are pictued here on a trip to Glasgow in 2021
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While romance is certainly in the air during this milestone royal engagement, there is still plenty of work for the Prince and Princess of Wales to be getting on with. Their first stop on the Isle of Mull will be the picturesque town of Tobermory – perhaps most recognisable as the filming location for the children’s television show, Balamory. The pair will meet local artisans on the island before heading to a local croft, where they will learn about sustainable farming practices and the community’s approach to hospitality.
On their second day in Scotland, William and Catherine will be shown around an ancient woodland by the Mull and Iona Ranger Service, discussing the Prince’s passion for conservation and the Princess’s commitment to education. Later in the day, the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay will join a group of local school children for some outdoor activities – an engagement reminiscent of Catherine’s recent outing to Lake Windermere with the Scouts.
The pair are celebrating their 14th wedding anniversary today
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A royal visit might be considered quite the logistical undertaking for a community like the Isle of Iona, which just 170 people call home. Fortunately, the island receives nearly 130,000 tourists a year, with holidaymakers looking to witness a more traditional way of life. That, Kensington Palace said in an official statement, is what Prince William and Catherine are hoping to focus on during their visit – ‘a powerful model for fostering a more loving, empathetic, and compassionate society through deeper connections with our surroundings and engaging more in shared endeavours.’