Kate Middleton and Prince William in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023. PHOTO:
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Kate Middleton and Prince William headed up to Scotland for a day of mountain biking, farming and outdoor adventuring — all with the effect of improving mental well-being.
The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay — as the Prince and Princess of Wales are known while in Scotland! — made their first joint appearance on Thursday in several weeks. They scaled back their royal duties recently to spend time with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis during their kids’ half-term from school.
Matching in green jackets, William and Kate made the most of their busy day — and starred in some stellar photos!
01of 16Prince William and Princess KatePrince William and Kate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Prince William and Princess Kate started their day at Outfit Moray, an award-winning charity delivering life-changing outdoor learning and adventure activity programs to young people.
02of 16Princess KateKate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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The Princess of Wales adorned her Burberry coat with a red poppy pin. Every November, the red flower accessories become a piece of the royal family’s wardrobe as Remembrance Day approaches.
03of 16Princess KateKate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Princess Kate smiled widely as she shared a laugh with a guest.
04of 16Prince William and Princess KateKate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Sporting helmets, Princess Kate and Prince William navigated a cycling course with obstacles.
05of 16Prince William and Princess KatePrince William and Kate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Ready to race!
06of 16Princess KateKate Middleton rides a bike in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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The Princess of Wales was totally focused as she navigated the course.
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Outfit Moray is dedicated to helping vulnerable or disadvantaged youth through confidence-building activities like mountain biking, paddlesports, rock climbing, archery and bushcraft.
08of 16Princess KateKate Middleton comforts boy who fell off bike in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Princess Kate snapped into mom mode to comfort a boy who had fallen off his bike, telling him he was “so brave” and encouraging him to “give it another go.”
09of 16Prince WilliamPrince William in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Prince William stopped for a selfie!
10of 16Prince William and Princess KatePrince William and Kate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Onlookers gathered despite dreary weather to catch a glimpse of the future king and queen.
11of 16Prince William and Kate MiddletonPrince William and Kate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Before they headed to their next outing, Prince William and Princess Kate were given three teddy bears as gifts to bring home to their children.
12of 16Princess KateKate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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Kate knelt to speak with children who presented her with a bouquet.
13of 16Prince William and Princess KatePrince William and Kate Middleton visit Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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The royal couple then headed to Brodieshill Farm to learn about efforts being made to better support the mental health and well-being of young people.
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At the farm, Princess Kate met a young boy sporting rain boots.
15of 16Prince William and Princess KatePrince William and Kate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.
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For their last stop of the day, the royal couple headed to DAY1, a Highland-based charity in Inverness, which provides mentoring, training, personal development and employability services to vulnerable young people.
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Kate tried her hand at a game involving cups.