The Prince and Princess of Wales today shared a heartwarming new photo from a family day at Sandringham to mark their 12th year of marriage.
Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot on April 29, 2011 in Westminster Abbey, in a service watched by 36.7 million people worldwide.
Now 12 years later, with three young children, the couple is more in love than ever in a cute outside shot posted to their social media accounts.
In the photo, which was taken by environmental photographer Matt Porteous, the royal couple are seen cycling through the Norfolk countryside with their arms around each other.
The image is from a series shared around Mother’s Day and Christmas 2022 – and now it’s the fourth image we’ve seen from that particular day.
Today, the Prince and Princess of Wales shared a new outdoor photo from a family day out to mark 12 years of marriage
It’s simply named “12 Years Old” – with a red heart emoji added
Mother’s Day photos captured Kate having a good time with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis – with Prince William nowhere to be seen.
But the future king is seen in the newly unveiled photo, smiling with his arm around his wife as they enjoy a bike ride without the kids.
It’s simply named “12 years old” – with a red heart emoji.
The photos were taken at Sandringham Farm in Norfolk last year.
For Mother’s Day, the royal couple shared two photos of Kate with their children at Sandringham Farm in Norfolk last year
The second photo shows Kate lovingly cradling her youngest son, Prince Louis, who is four, in her arms
The newly released photo is the fourth we’ve seen since this Family Day, and the Wills family shared the first for their Christmas card last year.
The family was photographed walking hand in hand across the Sandringham estate on a sunny day, and the royals dressed for the warm weather in casual denim and matching blues.
Kate and William turned to their favorite – and most trusted – photographer Matt Porteous for the shoot, who offered a rare and intimate look at family life.
The new photos were taken on the same day as the family’s Christmas card photo shoot at Sandringham Farm last year
Today’s photo sparked a stream of messages on the royal family’s social media accounts from well-wishers congratulating the prince and princess on their 12-year marriage.
The environmental photographer previously took the photo they used for their 2021 Christmas card as well as photos of Prince George’s third birthday.
Today’s photo sparked a stream of messages on the royal family’s social media accounts from well-wishers congratulating the prince and princess on their 12-year marriage.
One said, “Happy Anniversary and cheers to many.”
Others simply added: “Happy anniversary,” while some commented on the “beautiful” photo.
Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot on April 29, 2011 in Westminster Abbey, in a service watched by 36.7 million people worldwide.
On April 29, 2011, Kate walked down the aisle in Westminster Abbey at a service conducted by the then Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams.
The couple said “I do” in front of 2,000 guests and were watched by 36.7 million people worldwide.
Kate, 29, wore a £250,000 gown by Alexander McQueen, which featured a lace bodice that was hand-sewn by the world’s best seamstresses at the Royal School of Needlework.
Perhaps the most iconic moment of the couple’s wedding day came when they shared their first kiss as a married couple on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, to the delight of onlookers both outside and outside the palace gates.
Moments earlier, as they stepped onto the balcony, Kate appeared to be gasping “Oh my God” as she watched the thousands of people who flocked to the public spaces around Buckingham Palace to join in the joy of the newlyweds.
That kiss! Prince William and Kate Middleton kissed publicly on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after their wedding in Westminster Abbey
Most poignant since the loss of Prince Philip: The couple’s wedding photo, with both sides of their families present, was taken by Hugo Bernan in the Throne Room at Buckingham Palace
It’s hard to believe: Crowds gathered all day in the mall outside Buckingham Palace on the couple’s wedding day, waving at the newlyweds and cheering as the newlyweds appeared on the balcony
And hours before that, I heard The same crowds loudly chanting “We want Kate, we want Kate” packed into the moments before the bride’s arrival at Westminster Abbey.
But 12 years after that remarkable day, Kate and William will likely be preparing for their roles in King Charles’ coronation next weekend at Westminster Abbey.
Meanwhile, Kate yesterday She gave a rare insight into her feelings for her late mother-in-law while chatting to royal fans in Wales.
The Princess of Wales seemed happy to talk about what her ring means to her and said it was an honor to wear it with royal fans in Merthyr Tydfil yesterday.
Kate got the ring – which used to belong to Princess Diana – when she got engaged to William in 2010
The Princess of Wales usually keeps a discreet silence about her late mother-in-law, but while chatting to well-wishers in Merthyr Tydfil on Friday, she made some poignant remarks.
When a royal fan asked her about wearing Diana’s engagement ring, she confirmed that it was “the same ring,” adding that she didn’t have to adjust it to fit.
“It was exactly the same size,” she said. It’s very special. What an honor to be able to wear it. Unfortunately, I was unable to meet her.
