Overview
- On March 12, the Prince and Princess of Wales made unannounced visits to the Bermondsey Beer Mile, Borough Market and the RNLI Tower Station in London.
- They pulled pints, added hops to a brew and held a lighthearted tap-off at Southwark Brewing and Fabal Beerhall, then cut cheese and served crumble for market shoppers.
- At the beerhall, Kate declined tastings and said, “I have drunk little alcohol since my diagnosis,” adding that she is more mindful about it now.
- Buckingham Palace confirmed the pair will officially receive Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the First Lady on March 18 in Windsor, with leading roles in the welcome procession and related ceremonies.
- The RNLI stop included a lifeboat ride and talks with crews, with aides noting the river-focused itinerary was designed to showcase how the Thames supports local commerce and community.