The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have landed in Northern Ireland for a two-day trip. The official visit was kept secret until the parents arrived this afternoon.
It is believed the visit is to celebrate how far the community has come in recent years, with a special focus on celebrating the young people of Northern Ireland.
Prince William and Catherine, The Duchess of Cambridge, arrive at the Irish Football Association, Windsor Park. First of their three engagements today. #RoyalVisitBelfast #RoyalVisitNI @ianvogler pic.twitter.com/8IC9sS4aCM
— Derek Momodu (@DelMody) February 27, 2019
According to Rebecca English, the first day of their visit will have a strong focus on the impact that sport, nature and the outdoors can have on childhood development and improved physical and mental health
The Duke and Duchess will also attend a party at the Empire Music Hall. The celebration will honour young people who have made a positive impact in Nothern Ireland.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have arrived in Northern Ireland for a two-day visit. William and Kate will carry out a series of varied public engagements at a range of locations. #HeartNews pic.twitter.com/joFhWYmSeO
— Heart London News (@HeartLondonNews) February 27, 2019
Kate and William will acknowledge the progress the North has made in the past 20 years. They will praise those who have overcome division in the country.
They are set to carry out royal engagements in Belfast, Ballymena and County Fermanagh during the two day trip.
We weren’t able to reveal this previously due to security, but the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are on a two-day visit to Northern Ireland #RoyalVisitNI
— Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) February 27, 2019
This afternoon, the mum and dad visited the National Stadium at Windsor Park. At the football stadium, they will meet people who have used football to help battle community division in Northern Ireland.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arriving at Windsor Park, Belfast, for a two-day trip to Northern Ireland @PAImages #RoyalVisitNI pic.twitter.com/acUUdsL0lh
— PA Royal Reporters (@PARoyal) February 27, 2019
Kate and William receieved a warm welcome by the public as they arrived in Northern Ireland.
The royals won’t be commenting on Brexit or Stormont during the visit as the Royal Family must remain neutral about politics.
