Prince Harry and Meghan make first joint UK visit to Nottingham

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 11:30 · Archive

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are visiting Nottingham on Thursday in their first joint engagement since returning to the UK. The city holds special significance for the couple; they made their first joint appearance there after announcing their engagement in 2017, when crowds gathered in the Lace Market ahead of a visit to a World Aids Day charity fair. Harry previously visited the city in September 2024, when he said Nottingham has a 'permanent place in my heart'.

The Duke and Duchess, along with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, moved back to the UK in August after six years living in the United States. They have reportedly settled in the Cotswolds, and their children have switched schools after security concerns were raised about the school run. During their visit, they are expected to visit a community recording studio and several other organisations in the city.

Since their return, the couple have been involved in a public dispute with Buckingham Palace over their status and security detail. Last month, a letter sent on the King's instruction stated that Harry and Meghan should be viewed as 'private citizens', a designation that reportedly 'surprised' the Sussexes. Despite these disagreements, the Duke and Duchess have both expressed their happiness at returning to the UK.

How it is being reported

• Harry and Meghan set for first event since UK returnThe royal couple toured parts of the city in 2017, shortly after announcing their engagement.BBC Nottingham · 12 Oct, 10:40
• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to visit Nottingham in first joint outing since UK returnThe city is said to hold a special place for the coupleNottinghamshire Live · 12 Oct, 08:37

In this story: Prince Harry · Meghan Markle · Nottingham · Buckingham Palace · Prince Archie · Princess Lilibet · Cotswolds

This summary was written by AI from the headlines and standfirsts above, and states as fact only what at least two outlets report. How we use AI · Report a problem