On Thursday, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited Newtown in Wales ahead of St David’s Day on March 1. The outing formed part of a packed schedule that has kept the couple highly visible in recent days.
During their visit, William, 43, and Kate, 44, met volunteer groups at Hafan yr Afon and stopped by the Oriel Davies art gallery, taking part in activities celebrating Welsh culture. Despite heavy rain, dozens of well-wishers gathered to greet them, cheering as they arrived.
“The Monarchy Is Safe in Your Hands”
Among those in the crowd was 65-year-old Jill Christofides, who managed to exchange a few words with the future King.
Reflecting on their conversation afterward, she revealed that she told William: “The monarchy is safe in your hands.”
He responded warmly: “Thank you, that’s very sweet of you.”
Christofides later told the County Times, “With all that is going on at the moment, there could be a swell against. But I think when you see the time that (William) is willing to spend with the people, I think it’s lovely to see.”
Her comments come at a particularly sensitive moment for the Royal Family.
