Prince William and Princess Kate recently visited Cardiff, Wales, as part of their engagements leading up to St. David’s Day on March 1.
Their visit, which marked their second joint royal appearance of the year, came after their attendance at a Holocaust Memorial Day service in London in January.
Prince William and Kate Middleton in Cardiff
Upon arrival in Cardiff, the royal couple stepped off a train, sharing a glimpse of their journey through their Instagram Stories.
Kate, known for incorporating national colors into her outfits, chose a striking red coat as a nod to the Welsh flag.
The highlight of their visit was their time in Pontypridd, a town in South Wales that recently suffered severe flooding due to Storm Bert and Storm Darragh.
The storms, which struck in late 2024, caused widespread damage, disrupting lives and businesses.
William and Kate began their day at the local market, where they explored various stalls and stopped by The Welsh Cake Shop.
Donning aprons, they joined shop owner Theresa Conner in preparing traditional Welsh cakes, a beloved local treat.
They helped knead the dough and cut out the cakes before learning the art of cooking them on a cast-iron griddle.
The shop, known for its wide variety of flavors, from classic currant-filled cakes to chocolate chip and coconut, was buzzing with excitement over the royal visit.
After their baking session, the couple made their way to Fountain Café, where they engaged with local business owners.
The discussion focused on the impact of recent flooding and how the community was working to rebuild.
Many establishments, including a bookstore that lost around $25,000 worth of stock, faced significant losses, as reported by the BBC. The visit aimed to bring attention to these struggles and boost morale among those affected.
The final stop of the day was Meadow Street Community Garden and Woodland, a space dedicated to promoting well-being through nature.
Originally established in early 2021, the garden had suffered from flooding a year later but was quickly restored by local volunteers.
Once again, the December 2024 floods disrupted parts of the area, but the community rallied to restore the space.
Kate, an advocate for the benefits of outdoor activities on mental health, showed particular interest in the initiative, discussing how such projects foster resilience and bring people together.
This visit of William and Kate, shows the constant support to the Welsh communities.