Prince William made a new four-legged friend and visited Duchy College Stoke Climsland in Callington, Cornwall today.
The royal smiled as an excited pup named Ripper jumped up and touched him, clearly excited to receive attention from the future King.
The heir to the throne was walking through the animal handling department when a dog on a leash excitedly sprang into action as William passed by.
The Prince, delighted, leaned down to pet the dog and appeared to ask him questions about the show.
Earlier that day, William joined students to participate in a mock crime scene investigation.
Prince William made a new four-legged friend and visited Duchy College Stoke Climsland in Callington, Cornwall today.
This exercise was just one he did while visiting the university to learn how it provides opportunities to rural youth.
The Prince of Wales, who also holds the title of Duke of Cornwall, inherited the Duchy from his father when Charles became monarch.
Duchy College specializes in delivering terrestrial degrees in the South West of England, in a variety of areas including equine science, agriculture and horticulture.
The Stoke Climsland campus that William, known as the Duke of Cornwall when he visits the area, will visit is part of the Stoke Climsland Farm Cluster, a group of 23 farms, including several Duchy farms, that are working together to create environmental change.
The Duchy of Cornwall originally leased the land from Cornwall County Council in 1984, for a new County Agricultural School.
The site has since expanded with the latest addition being the Future Farm facility.
The Duchy has been a long-standing supporter of the university, and the Land Steward team took part in the Year 2 Agriculture student assessment, where students undertook a mock agricultural tender on a farm in the Duchy.
This experience is described as an invaluable part of their course as they delve into all aspects of running a farming business.
The royal smiled as an excited pup named Ripper jumped up and touched him, clearly excited to receive attention from the future King. In the photo petting other dogs too.
Other dogs also seemed excited about the royal visit, as William took a trip to Cornwall today.
Prince William is pictured arriving for his visit to Duchy College Stoke Climsland in Callington, Cornwall. He is known as the Duke of Cornwall in the area.
As well as being a center for agricultural studies, the university also offers 86 courses across apprenticeships, degree programs and adult courses to help people foster a successful career.
Key courses at the Stoke Climsland campus include Armed Forces and Emergency Services; business; community health; construction; veterinary nursing; and sports and fitness.
Upon arriving at the university, the duke was greeted by Duchy College staff, before taking part in a CSI training exercise by students enrolled at the university’s Military and Protective Services Academy.
The Academy offers courses for those interested in a career in the blue light services and the Armed Forces, allowing students to learn from experienced professionals in both sectors.
Students on the course are equipped with essential skills including physical fitness and mental resilience.
The royal put their investigative skills to the test during the visit, taking part in a mock crime scene investigation at Duchy College Stoke Climsland.
Prince William is seen interacting with students as he takes part in the mock crime scene investigation at
The heir to the throne was walking among well-wishers when a dog on a leash excitedly sprang into action as William passed by.
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Following this, His Royal Highness visited a student-run cafe on campus and heard from students who are part of the Future Farm programme. Upon his departure, the Duke planned to meet other students on campus.
Prince William’s outing today marked his third public appearance in a week.
Last night he attended the Centrepoint Awards – a charity he is a patron of – and gave a speech calling for a movement to create “systemic change” to end homelessness.
The occasion celebrates the achievements of young people who have transformed their lives after becoming homeless.
Speaking at the event, held at the British Museum on Wednesday, the Prince of Wales, 42, said he is “inspired by the ambition and commitment of all the award winners and nominees.”
“Everyone should be incredibly proud of themselves,” he continued. ‘What inspires me most about the young people here tonight is that they have not only overcome homelessness to achieve their personal ambitions, but they are also contributing to the communities in which they live… whether through teaching , fundraising or volunteering.
“While homelessness is, of course, a complex social issue, I passionately believe that it can and should be put to an end.”
The trip to Cornwall marked Prince William’s third public appearance, as well as handing out honors at an investiture on Wednesday.
That same day, the royal was photographed leading an investiture ceremony honoring 57 people.
Among them was New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who was awarded the title of dame during the event held today at Windsor Castle.
His friendship with Jacinda, 44, was on full display as the two interacted. Smiling widely in each other’s company, the two friends were photographed looking comfortable as the Prince of Wales placed the honor on his sash, near his waist.
Meanwhile, on Tuesday he made another public outing and attended a community event in London.
By appearing at the event, organized by the NFL Foundation, he helped draw more attention to the foundation’s efforts to use flag football to help young people living in some of the most deprived areas of the United Kingdom.