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The Duchess of Edinburgh, 59, enjoys sampling treats at the Field to Food Learning Day during her visit to Somerset

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The Duchess of Edinburgh enjoyed a display of delights while attending the Farm to Food Learning Day at the Bath and West Show Ground.

The Duchess of Edinburgh enjoyed a display of delights while attending the Farm to Food Learning Day at the Bath and West Show Ground.

Sophie, 59, was all smiles as she sampled fresh produce at the event in Shepton Mallet during her visit to Somerset on Wednesday.

She appeared in high spirits as she browsed the stalls displaying the region’s best selections, including ciders and jams.

In one snapshot, she was seen marveling at a jar of fresh apples. In another, she and a group of young children looked at a selection of herbs and grains.

Elsewhere, the royals were also able to see a bee hive and some sheep in a pen.

The Duchess of Edinburgh enjoyed a display of delights while attending the Farm to Food Learning Day at the Bath and West Show Ground.

Sophie opted for a sleek navy coat with gold buttons for the outing, which featured a belt at the waist.

She paired her look with a stylish blue scarf and carried a brown leather clutch. The mother-of-two swept up her blonde locks and opted for simple makeup with dark eyes and dark pink lips.

Sophie has served as a patron of the Association of Agricultural and Entertainment Organizations since 2012.

Later that day, Sophie traveled to Balgdon, North Somerset, to visit Yeo Valley Farm, the location behind a number of popular dairy products sold in UK supermarkets.

The Duchess spoke to Yeo Valley Holt Farm’s head gardener, Sarah Mead. The couple admired Sarah’s work, including an eye-catching display of tulips.

It comes as the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh got caught up in the task at hand last month when they visited the Right Stuff Amateur Boxing Club in Staffordshire today.

Accompanied by her husband Edward, 59, Sophie spoke to staff at the club, which strives to tackle youth crime and anti-social behavior by involving young people.

The pair chatted with team members and watched the boys in action, and Edward even took part in a sparring session with a young boxer.

Sophie, 59, was all smiles as she sampled fresh produce at the event in Shepton Mallet during her visit to Somerset on Wednesday.

Sophie, 59, was all smiles as she sampled fresh produce at the event in Shepton Mallet during her visit to Somerset on Wednesday.

She appeared in high spirits as she browsed the stalls displaying the region's best selections, including ciders and jams.

She appeared in high spirits as she browsed the stalls displaying the region’s best selections, including ciders and jams.

Later that day, the Duchess traveled to Balgdon, north Somerset, to visit Yeo Valley Farm.

Later that day, the Duchess traveled to Balgdon, north Somerset, to visit Yeo Valley Farm.

During the visit, Sophie met Yeo Valley Farm's head gardener, Sarah Mead (pictured left).

During the visit, Sophie met Yeo Valley Farm’s head gardener, Sarah Mead (pictured left).

The couple looked in high spirits as they explored the north Somerset farm and admired its greenery.

The couple looked in high spirits as they explored the north Somerset farm and admired its greenery.

The royals seemed particularly impressed with an elegant tulip display, showing flowers in shades of pink, red, purple and orange.

The royals seemed particularly impressed with an elegant tulip display, showing flowers in shades of pink, red, purple and orange.

Sophie opted for natural makeup for the occasion, complete with nude lipstick and black mascara.

Sophie opted for natural makeup for the occasion, complete with nude lipstick and black mascara.

While the aspiring boxer honed her skills, Edward held the punching bag steady so she could aim and appeared to give her words of support during the exercise.

Looking typically chic, the late Queen’s daughter-in-law opted for a chic brown coat and matching suede boots, while holding onto a sleek leather Isabel Marant bag.

The duchess styled her blonde locks in a bun and wore glamorous makeup, accentuating her eyes with dark mascara and eye shadow.

To add a touch of sparkle to her outfit, the mother of two wore a gold necklace with a clip-on pendant.

Matching his wife in a relaxed formal ensemble, Edward opted for a tweed jacket, a lilac shirt and brown corduroy trousers.

The royal couple smiled as they watched the children take part in an amateur boxing match.

Right Stuff was launched in 2009 following an influx of applications from young people in the area, according to the club’s website.

Earlier this year, Sophie also once again showed her support for UK sport last month when she attended the British National Track Cycling Championships in Manchester.

Sophie and Sarah enjoyed a casual walk around the organic garden at Yeo Valley Holt Farm in Blagdon.

Sophie and Sarah enjoyed a casual walk around the organic garden at Yeo Valley Holt Farm in Blagdon.

Looking typically elegant, the Duchess donned a sophisticated mid-length navy blue coat with gold buttons.

Looking typically elegant, the Duchess donned a sophisticated mid-length navy blue coat with gold buttons.

The 59-year-old looked focused as she admired nature at the Yeo Valley organic garden at Holt Farm.

The 59-year-old looked focused as she admired nature at the Yeo Valley organic garden at Holt Farm.

In one snapshot, she was seen marveling at a jar of fresh apples. In another, she and a group of young children looked at a selection of herbs and grains. Elsewhere, the royals were also able to see a bee hive and some sheep in a pen.

In one snapshot, she was seen marveling at a jar of fresh apples. In another, she and a group of young children looked at a selection of herbs and grains. Elsewhere, the royals were also able to see a bee hive and some sheep in a pen.

The duchess styled her blonde locks in a bun and wore glamorous makeup, accentuating her eyes with dark mascara and eye shadow.

The duchess styled her blonde locks in a bun and wore glamorous makeup, accentuating her eyes with dark mascara and eye shadow.

Sophie appeared to enjoy her time as she enjoyed some cider at the event during her visit to Somerset.

Sophie appeared to enjoy her time as she enjoyed some cider at the event during her visit to Somerset.

The mother-of-two smiled as she chatted to others at the event and was pictured trying out local produce.

The mother-of-two smiled as she chatted to others at the event and was pictured trying out local products.

The Duchess, at one stall, was able to see bees in a hive as she enjoyed walking around the different stalls.

The Duchess, at one stall, was able to see bees in a hive as she enjoyed walking around the different stalls.

Royals sampled local delicacies and treats at the Field to Food Learning Day at the Bath and West Show Ground in Shepton Mallet.

Royals sampled local delicacies and treats at the Field to Food Learning Day at the Bath and West Show Ground in Shepton Mallet.

The duchess, patron of the British Cycling Federation, the body that organizes the National Track Championships, was seen speaking to athletes and staff on the first day of the competition.

Sporting stripes under a sleek navy jacket from British fashion house Alexander McQueen (which sells for £1,990 on Harrods’ website), the royal was certainly dressed for the occasion.

The mother of two donned a camel cashmere sweater with red horizontal stripes from American brand Frame, which she paired with navy shorts and tan leather boots from Prada.

She completed the look with a studded brown bag by French designer Isabel Marant.

Sophie has served as a patron of the Association of Agricultural and Entertainment Organizations since 2012.

Sophie has served as a patron of the Association of Agricultural and Entertainment Organizations since 2012.

Sophie had also accentuated her look with a pair of gold earrings and a stylish printed scarf.

Sophie had also accentuated her look with a pair of gold earrings and a stylish printed scarf.

Sophie kept her makeup simple and wore her hair up, revealing a pair of Tiffany & Co. earrings with the yellow Citrine birthstone.

At the event, which brought together top British cyclists including Olympians, Paralympians and world champions, Sophie was pictured speaking to Scottish cyclist Jack Carlin, who won a silver and a bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games .

She was also seen speaking to young Harry Radford, a track sprinter and part of the Great Britain cycling team, as well as event staff at the National Cycling Center in Manchester.

The royal was joined by her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, and the couple was even seen trying out adaptive cycles together.

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