Search icon

News

22nd Mar 2018

Duchess Kate makes last public appearance before maternity leave

Cathy Donohue

Not long to go.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are attending a number of public engagements today and it’s been rumoured that this will be Kate’s last appearance before the third royal baby arrives.

The couple were pictured arriving at London’s Copper Box Arena to meet young sportspeople hoping to partake in some of the world’s leading sporting events including the Olympics, Paralympics and Commonwealth Games.

Richard Palmer, royal correspondent for The Express, tweeted that today marks Kate’s last day of public engagements before she takes a break to give birth to her third child.

Kate and William were pictured chatting to athletes and schoolchildren and the Duke even took part in a game of wheelchair basketball.

As always, Kate’s maternity wear is the centre of attention. Her floral top is from Hobbs, paired with black trousers and a cream coat from Goat, one of her go-to brands.

Kensington Palace previously announced that their third child was due in April but no exact date has been shared.

The new arrival will be a sibling to Prince George (4) and Princess Charlotte (2) and speculation is already growing about the future royal’s name.