The Duke of Sussex was greeted with cheers as he arrived at a charity in Nottingham where he announced a large personal donation to Children in Need.
Prince Harry waved to the crowd of about 100 local people, and gave a thumbs-up before he went inside the Community Recording Studio (CRS) on the second day of his first trip to the UK in five months.
The Duke’s black Range Rover was around 40 minutes late because tube strikes made the London traffic heavier than usual.
Harry announced a £1.1 million donation to Children in Need during the visit, which will be used to support grassroots organisations, primarily in Nottingham, working to help youngsters impacted by violence.
On Monday evening he attended the WellChild awards, where he spoke to unwell children about their achievements.
In one conversation the duke brought up “challenging” sibling relationships, as his rift with his own brother, Prince William, continues.
The pair are not expected to meet during Harry’s trip. However, the visit has sparked speculation he will see his father, the King, whom he last met face-to-face a year-and-a-half ago.
Key Points
- Prince Harry arrives in Nottingham on second day of UK visit
- Harry makes £1.1m donation to Children in Need
- Speculation about meeting between King and Prince Harry
- Prince Harry speaks about 'challenging' relationships between siblings
- Pictured: Prince Harry arrives at the WellChild Awards
Harry's four-day visit continues
17:57 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex has just finished the second day of his trip to the UK.
It is his first visit to the country in five months, and the longest since the death of his grandmother.
Since arriving on Monday, he has paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth at her tomb in Windsor, attended a WellChild awards ceremony and visited a Community Recording Studio in Nottingham.
The remaining two days of his schedule are less clear, though he is reportedly expected to attend engagements connected to the Invictus Foundation and the Diana Award.
Harry praises Nottingham as he returns for visit
17:28 , Athena StavrouDespite relocating to California, more than 5,000 miles away, and giving up his role as a working royal, Harry vowed that he would maintain his links with Nottingham.
He first visited the Community Recording Studio in 2013 and was deeply inspired by the teenagers involved and their mentors.
He has since returned on multiple occasions, both privately and on official royal engagements, most recently in 2019.
“I’ll continue to stand with you,” he said. “Nottingham has my respect, it always has, my commitment, and a permanent place in my heart.”
The duke said the city had taught him “important lessons” and had “truly” inspired him. I’ve lost count of the number of visits I’ve made here, and the amount of jerk chicken I’ve eaten on almost every occasion on the way back,” he said to much laughter. “It really is banging.”
Harry added: ”For nearly 15 years I’ve been working alongside communities to tackle violence impacting young people, particularly knife crime, which remains one of the most urgent issues facing this country.
“During all that time, Nottingham has been a place where I’ve heard harrowing stories, learned important lessons, seen resilience, and felt truly inspired.”
Kate to carry out two more engagements this week
16:59 , Athena StavrouThe Princess of Wales is to carry out two further engagements this week by visiting textile manufacturers in Suffolk and Kent.
Kate, who made a surprise appearance alongside the Prince of Wales on the third anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death on Monday, will take a tour of Sudbury Silk Mills in Sudbury, Suffolk on Thursday, followed by a trip to Marina Mill in Cuxton, Kent.
The princess’s engagements come during brother-in-law Duke of Sussex stay in the UK, and will take place on what is expected to be Harry’s last day of charity visits.
Kensington Palace said the princess’s visit would “celebrate the unique skill, creativity and craftsmanship of British textile manufacturers”.
“Her Royal Highness’s visit will highlight the rich heritage of the British textile industry and celebrate the joy found in working in the creative industries.”
It said Kate has “long been passionate about the importance of the British textiles industry and its role as part of the UK’s cultural and creative voice”.
Watch: Prince Harry sword fights with young girl at WellChild awards after she gives him heartwarming present for Archie and Lilibet
16:38 , Athena StavrouHarry greets members of the public in Nottingham
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Donation comes from personal funds
15:49 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex has personally donated £1.1 million to BBC Children in Need to support young people affected by violence, the corporation has announced.
Harry announced his gift, which has come from his own money rather than his Archewell foundation, during a visit to the Community Recording Studio (CRS) in Nottingham on Tuesday.
The money will be used to support grassroots organisations, primarily in Nottingham, to help support and empower young people impacted by violence.
Harry said: “The incredible work being done by grassroots organisations like CRS and Epic Partners is not only inspiring – it’s essential.
“We’re grateful for the support of BBC Children In Need in helping changemakers in the city continue their mission to create safe spaces, build trust, and offer hope and belonging to young people who need it most.”
Pictured: Harry leaves Nottingham charity event
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Prince Harry stops for selfies as he leaves Nottingham charity event
15:11 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex posed for selfies with fans and waved at the crowd again as he left the Community Recording Studio (CRS) in Nottingham.
He hugged the organisers of the charity goodbye before someone in the crowd shouted “Can I get a quick picture? Oh please?”
Harry jogged towards the supporters and posed for selfies with a few of them and shook the hands of a couple others.
The duke got into a Range Rover and was driven away.
Charity donation an 'investment' in young people and Nottingham
14:55 , Athena StavrouFollowing his announcement of his £1.1 million donation to Children in Need, the Duke of Sussex has explained how the funding will be used.
The money will primarily be used for organisations and initiatives in the city of Nottingham, where he has visited today.
The donation will help support the charity’s work tackling violence affecting young people.
“Nottingham has my commitment, my respect, and forever a place in my heart,” Prince Harry said in a statement posted to his website.
“It’s an investment,” he added. “It’s belief in young people’s potential, in their future, and in the power of communities like Nottingham to lead the way.”
Prince Harry makes £1.1m donation to Children in Need
14:28 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex has announced that he will be making a large donation of £1.1 million to Children in Need, the BBC reports.
Prince Harry made the announcement while visiting the Community Recording Studio charity in Nottingham during his UK visit.
The BBC reported the funding will support organisations primarily in Nottingham.
Pictured: Harry arrives at charity visit in Nottingham
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Harry to announce substantial donation
13:51 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex is expected to announce a large personal donation to Children in Need during his visit to Nottingham.
Harry, who is no longer a working royal, is set to carry out a run of engagements and make a substantial donation to the broadcaster’s charity to help support its work tackling violence affecting young people.
'We may never get the chance again': People gather to see Harry in Nottingham
13:36 , Athena StavrouMarried couple Graham and Patricia, who did not wish to give their surname, said they came to see the Duke of Sussex because they may not get another chance in their lives.
The 82-year-old and 81-year-old set up a chair on the pavement across the road from the Community Recording Studio in St Ann’s, Nottingham, to sit on when Harry arrived.
Graham said: “My wife is a fan, she always has been. She just wanted to come down and see him.
“We’re getting old now, we may never get the chance again. Who knows what’s going to happen in the future?”
Patricia, who said she has been a fan of Harry since he was born, said: “We liked Charles and Diana, and then they had children, and you follow them, don’t you? I like to see how they grow up.”
Prince William visits London youth organisation amid Harry visit
13:19 , Athena StavrouAs Harry visits a charity in Nottingham, his estranged brother is visiting Spiral Skills, in south London.
The Prince of Wales met former England midfielder Fara Williams as he visited the youth organisation, which has received funding from his homelessness initiative Homewards.
What will Harry do during his visit?
13:02 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry arrived at the Community Recording Studio (CRS) in Nottingham in a black Range Rover, around 40 minutes late to the engagement.
The Duke of Sussex gave a thumbs-up and a smile before he went inside the recording studio building, where he will catch up with young people he has met before, watch performances from CRS artists and make a speech.
He last visited the studio in 2019.
Fans of Harry show support in Nottingham
12:44 , Athena StavrouAmong the crowd waiting outside the Community Recording Studio was fan Margaret Wilson, 66, who wore a T-shirt in support of the Duke of Sussex.
Ms Wilson, who said she travelled from Mansfield in Nottinghamshire to catch a “glimpse” of Harry, wore a purple top with a slogan reading “Team Harry. Lifetime Member. Man. Myth. Legend”.
Ms Wilson said: “I’ve followed him for a long time. I was a fan of his mother and I like what he’s doing. He’s doing a lot for charity and he’s not even on the payroll.
“He doesn’t have to do this, he’s choosing to do this.”
Ms Wilson said she has been a fan of Harry’s since he was a young boy and said it was “fantastic” to see him in person for the first time.
She said: “I would like him to know at least that I have worn a T-shirt, even if he didn’t see it.”
Crowds cheer as Harry arrives in Nottingham
12:37 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex was welcomed with cheers when he arrived at a charity in Nottingham where he is expected to announce a large personal donation to Children in Need.
About 100 locals, including a group of young children, gathered by a garage on the other side of the road to clap and cheer for Harry.
The duke laughed when a member of the public called out to him “Harry, you brought the sunshine with you”, before he greeted the chief executive officer of the CRS charity with a handshake and hug.
What is the Community Recording Studio?
12:21 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry is visiting the Community Recording Studio in Nottingham today.
It was set up in 1991 to teach young people video, film and music skills.
It offers young people access to professional equipment and connections to industry figures including musicians like Estelle and Aloe Blacc.
Harry greeted warmly on revisit to community recording studio
12:14 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry was greeted warmly by those at the Community Recording Studio in Nottingham.
He has visited the studio before, in October 2019 - just two months before he and the Duchess of Sussex announced they were stepping down as senior working royals and moving to North America.
Prince Harry arrives in Nottingham
12:07 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry has arrived in Nottingham for a visit to the city’s Community Recording Studio.
Some people gathered outside the studio to greet the duke on what is the second day of his visit to the UK.
People await Prince Harry's arrival in Nottingham
11:55 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry is running slightly late as he is due to visit the Community Recording Studio in Nottingham this morning.
Some locals have come to the studio, which the duke also visited in 2019, to see Harry.
One woman told Nottinghamshire Live she was “excited” to see the duke, having seen his mother, Princess Diana, in the city decades ago.
Another told the news outlet: “I’ve followed them since he was born but I’ve never had a chance to see him.
“I thought there might be a few more people here.”
What is Prince Harry doing today?
11:18 , Athena StavrouTuesday marks the second day of Prince Harry’s UK visit.
The Duke of Sussex has a busy morning, with a trip to the Community Recording Studio (CRS) in Nottingham’s St Ann’s area planned.
Elsewhere, the duke’s estranged brother, the Prince of Wales, is to visit a youth organisation in London.
The pair were just seven miles apart on Monday as they paid respects separately on the third anniversary of the late Queen’s death.
Watch: Prince Harry sword fights with young girl at WellChild awards after she gives him heartwarming present for Archie and Lilibet
10:57 , Athena StavrouFull story: Prince Harry speaks of ‘challenging’ sibling relationships after not meeting William during UK visit
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Harry speaks of ‘challenging’ sibling relationships on day one of UK visit
Prince Harry and William pay respects just seven miles apart
10:14 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry and his estranged brother Prince William were just seven miles away from each other on Monday, as they paid respects to their late grandmother separately.
The Duke of Sussex laid a wreath and flowers at the late Queen’s tomb on the third anniversary of her death.
Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited the National Federation of Women’s Institutes in Sunningdale, Berkshire – just a 17-minute drive away.
There are no reported plans for the brothers to see each other while Harry visits the UK this week.
Both Harry and William attended the funeral of their uncle Lord Fellowes in Norfolk last year, but there was reportedly no interaction between the brothers.
Prince Harry reveals what he and Meghan are watching on Netflix
09:50 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry revealed that he and Meghan Markle are keen viewers of a popular reality TV show while speaking to WellChild award winners.
When he chatted to Grace Tutt, 13, from Sevenoaks – who is wheelchair-bound after a bus crash – the Special Recognition winner turned the tables after his flurry of questions and asked the duke for Netflix recommendations.
Harry said he and wife, Meghan, who live in California after stepping down as working royals, watch political thriller Hostage together and he also enjoys the reality TV show Love Is Blind.
Recap: Prince Harry speaks about 'challenging' relationships between siblings
09:25 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex has spoken about "challenging" relationships between siblings when he met WellChild award winners to celebrate their achievements.
When he chatted to Declan Bitmead, 17 - winner of the inspirational young person 15-18 years award, he quizzed him about family life, asking if he had siblings and the teenager replied he had a younger brother.
"Does he drive you mad?" asked the duke, and Declan replied "no, we get on fine" - and Harry quipped with a smile "you know what - siblings".
When told the 17-year-old, from Oxted in Surrey, and his brother went to the same school, the duke said "you're at the same school, that sometimes makes it more challenging".
Drones to police Donald Trump’s visit to UK when King welcomes US president
09:10 , Athena StavrouFlying drones over Windsor will be banned next week as part of a major policing operation for US president Donald Trump’s second visit to the UK.
The King is set to host the president and his wife, first lady Melania Trump, at Windsor Castle from Wednesday to Friday next week, where they will be feted with a ceremonial welcome and state banquet.
The round-the-clock policing operation will be in place in the Berkshire town, with a temporary order restricting the airspace from Tuesday – when the state visit rehearsal is to take place – until Thursday.
This means non-police drones and smaller aircraft cannot fly through the protected area, Thames Valley Police officers said during a drone-flying demonstration at the force’s training centre in Sulhamstead, Berkshire.
Harry to visit Community Recording Studio in Nottingham
08:46 , Athena StavrouHarry is due to revisit the Community Recording Studio (CRS) in Nottingham’s St Ann’s area on Tuesday.
Harry last visited the CRS to mark World Mental Health Day in October 2019, just two months before he and the Duchess of Sussex announced they were stepping down as senior working royals and moving to North America.
He is planning to hold a private briefing with Children in Need, the police and crime commissioner, the CRS and community outreach group Epic Partners in Nottingham, stage informal catch-ups with some of the young people he met before, and watch performances from CRS artists and make a short speech.
Watch: Prince Harry cracks bald joke but speaks of personal challenges at WellChild awards
08:29 , Bryony GoochWhat is happening today?
08:03 , Athena StavrouTuesday marks the second day of Prince Harry’s UK visit.
The Duke of Sussex has a busy morning, with a trip to the Community Recording Studio (CRS) in Nottingham’s St Ann’s area planned.
Elsewhere, the duke’s estranged brother, the Prince of Wales, is to visit a youth organisation in London.
The pair were just seven miles apart on Monday as they paid respects separately on the third anniversary of the late Queen’s death.
Recap: William jokes about late Queen’s passion for breeding horses
07:00 , Bryony GoochThe Prince of Wales joked about his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II’s passion for horses with members of her Women’s Institute (WI) as he marked the third anniversary of her death.
William was joined by the Princess of Wales for the visit to the National Federation of Women’s Institutes – in tribute to the late Queen’s decades-long association with the organisation – and told guests he could not believe how quickly the time had passed.
He asked for members’ memories of the late Queen, and they chatted about his grandmother’s passion for horses and horse breeding.
The prince said with a smile: “I think she would have liked a few more winners,” then told the members his grandmother had “an old iPad” she would use to watch her foals being born via a remote camera, adding “a lot of foals were born at Sandringham”.
Prince Harry visits Queen’s grave as he returns to UK
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Prince Harry visits Queen Elizabeth’s grave on third anniversary of her death
Signs that Prince Harry’s relationship with his family has thawed
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The signs that Prince Harry’s frosty relationship with the royal family has thawed
Pictured: Prince Harry poses with WellChild award recipients
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Prince Harry sword fights with young girl at WellChild Awards after she gives him heartwarming present for Archie and Lilibet
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Harry sword fights with girl as she gives him gift for Archie and Lilibet at awards
In pictures: Prince Harry meets with WellChild award recipients
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Watch: Prince William makes Bake Off gag as he and Catherine tuck into cake at Women's Institute visit
01:00 , Bryony GoochHarry pays private respects at late Queen’s tomb after arriving in UK
Tuesday 9 September 2025 00:23 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex has laid a wreath and flowers in memory of his grandmother, the late Queen, on the third anniversary of her death.
The Duke arrived in the UK on Monday and travelled to the late Queen’s tomb in the King George VI Memorial Chapel within Windsor Castle’s St George’s Chapel, a spokesperson for the Sussexes said.
He laid a wreath and flowers and privately paid his respects.
What is Harry doing in the UK?
Monday 8 September 2025 23:28 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry has returned to the UK for the first time in five months for a series of engagements.
After arriving on Monday, the Duke of Sussex paid his respects to the late Queen privately on the third anniversary of her death.
On Monday evening Harry attended the WellChild awards ceremony in London in his role as the charity’s patron, a position he has held for more than 15 years.
He is then expected to travel to a community recording studio in Nottingham on Tuesday.
Watch: Kate debuts new lighter hairstyle on London museum visit with William
Monday 8 September 2025 22:48 , Athena StavrouVisit comes after aides pictured meeting
Monday 8 September 2025 22:03 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry’s visit comes after senior aides to the King and Harry were pictured together in London this July.
The new team handling Harry and Meghan’s communications, headed by Los Angeles-based Meredith Maines, was seen on the balcony of a private members' club in London speaking with Tobyn Andreae, the king’s press representative.
It was reported to be an initial step towards opening channels of communication between the two sides.
Harry to visit Community Recording Studio in Nottingham
Monday 8 September 2025 21:22 , Athena StavrouHarry is due to revisit the Community Recording Studio (CRS) in Nottingham’s St Ann’s area on Tuesday.
Harry last visited the CRS to mark World Mental Health Day in October 2019, just two months before he and the Duchess of Sussex announced they were stepping down as senior working royals and moving to North America.
He is planning to hold a private briefing with Children in Need, the Police and Crime Commission, the CRS and community outreach group Epic Partners in Nottingham, stage informal catch-ups with some of the young people he met before, and watch performances from CRS artists and make a short speech.
Will Harry reunite with his family?
Monday 8 September 2025 20:51 , Athena StavrouIt is not known whether the duke, who is estranged from his brother, the Prince of Wales, and has a troubled relationship with his father, the King, will stage a reunion during his UK stay.
The King, who is currently at Balmoral in Aberdeenshire, and the Queen have no public engagements planned for this week.
Harry and Charles last met face-to-face more than a year and a half ago when the duke made a transatlantic dash to see the monarch in February 2024 after hearing of his cancer diagnosis.
They spent just over 30 minutes together before the King left to recuperate in Sandringham.
Signs that Prince Harry’s relationship with his family has thawed
Monday 8 September 2025 20:17 , Athena StavrouThe signs that Prince Harry’s frosty relationship with the royal family has thawed
Prince Harry ‘wants to visit UK more frequently’ and bring Meghan and children with him
Monday 8 September 2025 19:40 , Athena StavrouThe Independent’s Harry Cockburn reports:
Prince Harry is seeking to repair his relationship with the royals – and the UK government – in a bid to win greater security for his family on visits to Britain, it is understood.
According to reports quoting friends of Harry, he is keen to make more frequent visits to Britain from his home in California – and also bring his wife and children with him.
They told The Sunday Times he wants to “bring his family back to the UK” and be able to show his children “where he grew up”.
“He’s not given up hope on bringing his family back to the UK,” they said.
“He wants to be able to show his children where he grew up. He wants them to know their family here. He really would like to come back to the UK much more.”
Charles’s third year as King busiest so far
Monday 8 September 2025 19:08 , Athena StavrouThe King’s third year as monarch has been his busiest and most widely-travelled so far, despite continuing to receive treatment for cancer, analysis suggests.
Charles carried out official engagements on 175 days during the past 12 months, compared with 133 the previous year and 161 in the first year of his reign.
Besides journeying by air, rail and road, this year has seen the King celebrate his 20th wedding anniversary to the Queen, become the first British monarch to address the Italian parliament, and share his personal playlist of favourite songs.
He also clocked up the 1,000th day of his reign since his accession to the throne.
The figures have been compiled by the PA news agency using the Court Circular, which is the official record of the royal family’s activities.
Prince Harry speaks about 'challenging' relationships between siblings
Monday 8 September 2025 19:07 , Bryony GoochThe Duke of Sussex has spoken about "challenging" relationships between siblings when he met WellChild award winners to celebrate their achievements.
Harry joked and laughed with seriously ill youngsters ahead of a glittering awards ceremony recognising their efforts to succeed and thrive despite life-threatening conditions.
When he chatted to Declan Bitmead, 17 - winner of the inspirational young person 15-18 years award, he quizzed him about family life, asking if he had siblings and the teenager replied he had a younger brother.
"Does he drive you mad?" asked the duke, and Declan replied "no, we get on fine" - and Harry quipped with a smile "you know what - siblings".
When told the 17-year-old, from Oxted in Surrey, and his brother went to the same school, the duke said "you're at the same school, that sometimes makes it more challenging".
Declan suffered permanent sight impairment and lost 96 per cent of his skin after developing a rare and life-threatening reaction to a common tonsillitis treatment.
Harry joked with the teenager and made him smile, after being told by the schoolboy he did not have much sight, by saying he was lucky not to see him as: "I'm bald and ginger and worst of all I've got a ginger beard - you're thinking phew."
In pictures: The Duke of Sussex play fights using balloon swords with Gwen Foster, 9, recipient of Inspirational Child 7-11 award
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Watch: Prince Harry makes first return to the UK in five months amid family reunion rumours
Monday 8 September 2025 18:29 , Athena StavrouWhat are the WellChild awards?
Monday 8 September 2025 18:03 , Athena StavrouOn Monday evening Harry will attend the WellChild awards ceremony in his role as the charity’s patron, a position he has held for more than 15 years.
The WellChild awards celebrate the achievements and resilience of seriously ill youngsters and their families and are being staged exactly three years since the late Queen died.
During the event, Harry will make a speech, meet and talk to seriously ill children and their families and present an award to an “inspirational child” aged between four and six.
The duke has attended the awards 14 times before and has held the role of the charity’s patron for 17 years.
The charity brands itself as the national UK children’s charity “making it possible for children and young people with complex medical needs to thrive at home instead of hospital, wherever possible”.
Full story: Prince Harry returns to UK for first time in months amid family reunion rumours
Monday 8 September 2025 17:29 , Athena Stavrou
Harry visits Queen Elizabeth’s grave amid rumours of King Charles reunion: Live
Pictured: Prince and Princess of Wales mark anniversary of Queen's death
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Prince William and Harry make visits under 20 minutes away from each other
Monday 8 September 2025 16:35 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry and his estranged brother Prince William were just eight miles away from each other today, as they pay respects to their late grandmother separately.
The Duke of Sussex lay a wreath and flowers at the late Queen’s tomb on Monday on the third anniversary of his death.
Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited the National Federation of Women’s Institutes in Sunningdale, Berkshire - just a 17 minute drive away.
There are no reported plans for the brothers to see each other while Harry visits the UK last week.
Both Harry and William attended the funeral of their uncle Lord Fellowes in Norfolk last year, but there was reportedly no interaction between the brothers.
Pictured: Prince Harry arrives at the WellChild Awards
Monday 8 September 2025 16:34 , Bryony GoochThe Duke of Sussex has arrived for the annual WellChild Awards 2025, which celebrates the achievements and resilience of seriously ill youngsters and their families, at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.
When was the last time Harry visited the UK?
Monday 8 September 2025 16:01 , Athena StavrouHarry’s trip to the UK this week marks his first time in the country in five months.
He last visited the UK in April, when he lost his legal challenge against the Home Office over his UK security arrangements.
He sat in court during the hearing, but was not present when the judgment was handed down.
He later told the BBC that his father will not speak to him because of the court battle.
The signs that Prince Harry’s frosty relationship with the royal family has thawed
Monday 8 September 2025 15:41 , Athena StavrouThe signs that Prince Harry’s frosty relationship with the royal family has thawed
William jokes about late Queen’s passion for breeding horses
Monday 8 September 2025 15:15 , Athena StavrouThe Prince of Wales joked about his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II’s passion for horses with members of her Women’s Institute (WI) as he marked the third anniversary of her death.
William was joined by the Princess of Wales for the visit to the National Federation of Women’s Institutes – in tribute to the late Queen’s decades-long association with the organisation – and told guests he could not believe how quickly the time had passed.
He asked for members’ memories of the late Queen, and they chatted about his grandmother’s passion for horses and horse breeding.
The prince said with a smile: “I think she would have liked a few more winners,” then told the members his grandmother had “an old iPad” she would use to watch her foals being born via a remote camera, adding “a lot of foals were born at Sandringham”.
Why is Prince Harry estranged from the royal family - and does he want reconcilation?
Monday 8 September 2025 14:58 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry has been estranged from the royal family in recent years following his exit from the UK in 2020.
The duke has levelled accusations at the King, Queen, William and Kate in his Oprah interview, Netflix documentary and memoir Spare.
He told the BBC in May that Charles will not speak to him because of his court battle over his security, and he does not know “how much longer my father has”.
But he also outlined his hopes for a “reconciliation” with his family, saying: “Of course, some members of my family will never forgive me for writing a book. Of course, they will never forgive me for lots of things.”
He added: “But you know, I would love reconciliation with my family” and said there was “no point in continuing to fight any more”.
Watch: Prince Harry makes first return to the UK in five months amid family reunion rumours
Monday 8 September 2025 14:46 , Athena StavrouWhat is Harry doing in the UK?
Monday 8 September 2025 14:33 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry has returned to the UK for the first time in five months for a series of engagements.
After arriving on Monday, the Duke of Sussex paid his respects to the late Queen privately on the third anniversary of her death.
On Monday evening Harry will attend the WellChild awards ceremony in London in his role as the charity’s patron, a position he has held for more than 15 years.
He is then expected to travel to a community recording studio in Nottingham on Tuesday.
Full story: Prince Harry visits Queen Elizabeth’s grave on third anniversary of her death as he returns to UK
Monday 8 September 2025 14:24 , Athena StavrouPrince Harry visits Queen Elizabeth’s grave on third anniversary of her death
Speculation about meeting between King and Harry
Monday 8 September 2025 14:23 , Athena StavrouThere has been speculation about whether the Prince Harry will see his father, the King, during his visit to the UK this week.
Charles is receiving ongoing cancer treatment and was in Scotland at the weekend.
The pair last saw each other face-to-face over a year-and-a-half ago soon after the King’s cancer diagnosis.
Harry’s visit follows recent images obtained by the Mail on Sunday showing senior aides to Charles and Harry during a meeting, in what was reported to be a step towards restoring the relationship between the duke and the royal family.
Harry pays private respects at late Queen’s tomb after arriving in UK
Monday 8 September 2025 14:21 , Athena StavrouThe Duke of Sussex has laid a wreath and flowers in memory of his grandmother, the late Queen, on the third anniversary of her death.
The Duke arrived in the UK on Monday and travelled to the late Queen’s tomb in the King George VI Memorial Chapel within Windsor Castle’s St George’s Chapel, a spokesperson for the Sussexes said.
He laid a wreath and flowers and privately paid his respects.
