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Kate speaks with pupils in unplanned stop during visit to mill

Kate breaks schedule in solo visit to meet with waiting school children
  • The Princess of Wales undertook a solo engagement at Sudbury Silk Mills in Suffolk.
  • The visit was part of an initiative to highlight the heritage and career prospects within the British textile industry.
  • She stayed longer than planned to greet and thank locals who had gathered outside the mill.
  • During her interactions, she petted a dog, spoke with schoolchildren, and received a bouquet of flowers.
  • Watch the video in full above.
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