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Kate Middleton wears combat boots and blazer to build dens with kids at a forest school 

Kate Middleton was in her element on Friday as she got back to nature with children at a forest school in Hereford.

Kate Middleton, dressed in a smart-casual outfit of a grey blazer, jeans and boots, sat on a log chatting with schoolchildren dressed in red.

The Princess of Wales dressed in smart-casual attire for the occasion, wearing a checked blazer from Maje, a pair of black denim jeans, a simple black knit, and her See by Chloé combat boots.

Kate—who attended the surprise engagement with her husband, Prince William—wanted to shine the spotlight on the forest school and show why it’s important that outdoor learning is prioritised within the day-to-day curriculum.

William and Kate crouch over a crate, William is sawing wood.

Blending outdoor learning with the curriculum enriches educational experiences by fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a natural setting. It also enhances students’ physical and mental well-being, offering a holistic approach to education.

The pair got stuck into a range of activities with the youngsters, including food preparation around a campfire and den building. Here’s Kate testing one of the dens:

The Princess checks out a den built by the children.  She crouches inside the stick den.

The forest school is run by Madley Primary School, who are passionate about forest school learning. Their sessions aren’t just an occasional field trip; every student gets this enriching experience at least once a week:

[Forest School is not just] building dens but finding out about ecology, experiencing writing in the woods, construction from natural materials, using equipment safely, using knives correctly and enjoying a stimulating environment. Some of our older children have also led training with pupils from other schools to inspire them as they begin their outdoor learning journey. 

Madley Primary
William and Kate listen intently as a teacher talks about the benefits of forest school.

The Duchy of Cornwall provided Madley Primary with a woodland site at Brampton Hill Wood 12 years ago to use as a forest school site. It looks like the pupils and teachers put the space to good use!

Following their trip to the forest school site, William and Kate headed to Kings Pitt Farm. Here, they met with representatives from a local mental health charity called We Are Farming Minds. They’re another Duchy of Cornwall partner.

The Prince and Princess laughing on the farm, with a group of representatives from the local mental health charity, We Are Farming Minds.

Farming Minds was founded by Sam and Emily Stables, a farming duo motivated by their personal experiences and a desire to combat the lingering stigma of mental health in the agricultural community. With a mission to “take the bull by the horns,” the charity aims to reshape the mental health landscape among farmers, providing a lifeline of support and sending a clear message: ‘you are not alone’.

The organisation provides training, events, information, advice and support designed to raise awareness of mental health issues. 

William and Kate stand in the middle of a crowd of people, walking and talking.  Kate is gesturing as she talks.  One of the charity owners, a farmer, walks a black and white collie dog.

Naturally, William and Kate’s involvement with projects associated with the Duchy of Cornwall aligns with their new roles. The couple took over the Duchy following King Charles’s accession to the throne last year.

Duchy of Cornwall is a private estate established by Edward III in 1337 to provide independence to his son and heir, Prince Edward. A charter ruled that each future Duke of Cornwall would be the eldest surviving son of the Monarch and heir to the throne.

At the moment, William is the current Duke of Cornwall, and will nurture and improve the estate in order to pass it on to his own son, George in the future.

Of course, Charles spent 70 years at the helm of the Duchy of Cornwall prior to his accession, and was actively involved in its running.  The Duchy’s annual revenue is used to fund the public, charitable and private activities of The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall.

The theme of the engagement—mental health—comes as no surprise to royal fans. William and Kate have been at the forefront of mental health advocacy for the last decade, often through their Heads Together initiative.

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Launched in 2016, Heads Together was a game-changing campaign that sought to tackle the stigma surrounding mental health issues. The campaign brought together eight mental health charities and organisations to change the national conversation on mental well-being.

Kate’s been a dedicated advocate in the areas of mental health and early childhood development since joining the Royal Family. In 2021, she launched The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, focusing on the crucial early years—conception through to age five.

The Princess has also met countless individuals facing various life challenges, from domestic violence to addiction and homelessness, over the last twelve years. Her deep understanding of how poor mental health can underpin these issues makes her an authentic voice in the fight for better early childhood experiences.

The Princess has long championed the benefits of getting children outdoors and has visited several forest schools in recent years. (Below, Kate at a Copenhagen forest school in 2022).

The Duchess of Cambridge visits Stenurten Forest Kindergarten to hear about their approach to learning, in Copenhagen, Denmark, on the 23rd February 2022.

Let’s move on to look at Kate’s casual outfit now.

Kate’s outfit

Our ever-stylish Princess of Wales opted for an effortlessly chic look for her visit to the forest school on Friday.

The Princess of Wales in Cornwall.  The Princess wears a grey check blazer, black sweater, gold necklace, gold earrings, black jeans and brown combat boots.

Dressed in a pair of black denim skinny jeans, a black knit, and her See by Chloé boots, and a checked blazer by French brand Maje, the look was practical yet polished, perfectly suited for a day of outdoor education and exploration.

The Princess of Wales waves at the camera, shown from the waist up.  She is wearing a grey check blazer, black knit top, gold necklace and her famous engagement ring.

The Princess paired the outfit with simple gold jewellery, her Daniella Draper Midnight Moon necklace, and the Spells of Love Teardrop Garnet Drop Hoops.

It’s no secret that I love Kate’s casual looks—she knows how to dress practically and elegantly for an outdoorsy day.

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Brands: Daniella Draper | Maje | See by Chloé | Spells of Love
Tagged with: Black • Checked • Forest School • Grey • Mental Health • Outdoors • Smart Casual

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  1. Kris Ward says

    September 18, 2023 at 2:10 pm

    The proportions of this ensemble don’t work for me. The oversized jacket is the culprit. It would look much better with a looser fitting pant. Why would both William and Kate wear blazers to a venue such as this? Seems really ‘off”. Their field jackets would have been a much better choice. I look forward to the day Kate leaves the jeggings behind for official engagements. But until that happens, they look better with her sweater combos rather than this. The other woman in the group had a better skinny jean look than Kate, imho.
    Time to trim that hair. Looking ragged. She’d look so great with shoulder length hair.

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  2. Gail says

    September 18, 2023 at 7:01 pm

    Carly, you always write beautifully and in wonderful detail, but Kate is making boring fashion choices.
    Sorry, but I have blazer fatigue. There are other choices to present a polished professional look. I wish she would explore other options.

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  3. Terry says

    September 18, 2023 at 8:52 pm

    She becomes more beautiful and timeless as she ages…

    Reply
  4. Lisa says

    September 22, 2023 at 12:20 pm

    Incredible post! I really enjoyed it a lot. Thanks and keep posting.

    Reply

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