William and Kate made the unannounced appearance ahead of Sunday’s star-studded coronation concert at Windsor Castle and were seen shaking hands and chatting to revellers.
The Prince and Princess of Wales greeted people for around half an hour on the Long Walk at Windsor Castle.
William – dressed in a navy suit – took selfies and hugged members of the public. The prince was seen making jokes and asking children how old they are.
Kate, dressed in a light blue blazer, dark trousers and white Vega trainers, also greeted crowds and thanked members of the public who told her she looked amazing at the coronation.
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Kate wore a blue double breasted linen blazer from Reiss which is priced at £298. The 'Hollie' blazer also comes in pink, white and neutral.
The couple told people to enjoy their picnics and told well-wishers they were so thankful the sun had come out for them.
Scores of people crowded around the couple, with William crouching down to chat to a boy and girl wearing golden crowns.
The prince and princess looked relaxed, with William telling one group of well-wishers: “Enjoy the concert tonight”.
At one point, Kate comforted a little girl who appeared overcome with emotion to meet her.
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She gave the teary youngster, who was wearing a headband with union flag deely boppers and navy dress covered in patriotic motifs, a long hug and the girl burst into tears.
The princess, who had crouched down to speak to her, continued chatting to the girl, who nodded her head and gave a small shrug as Kate patted her back.
It came shortly after Buckingham Palace issued the first public statement on behalf of Charles and Camilla since they were crowned.
A Palace spokesman said the King and Queen were “deeply touched” by the nation’s celebration of their historic coronation.
“Their Majesties were deeply touched by the events of yesterday and profoundly grateful both to all those who helped to make it such a glorious occasion – and to the very many who turned out to show their support in such numbers in London and further afield,” he said.
For more details about the blazer worn by the Princess of Wales, visit the Reiss website here.
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