Royal couple kick off Isle of Mull visit with support for local
communities and mark 14th anniversary
Prince William and Catherine have officially begun their royal tour of the
Scottish Isles with a heartfelt gesture, announcing new grants aimed at
boosting community wellbeing on the Isle of Mull.
In a statement from their Royal Foundation, the Prince and Princess of Wales
revealed that two key community spaces will receive funding through their
Community Impact Programme. The announcement comes as the couple celebrates
their 14th wedding anniversary.
Aros Hall in Tobermory will see its ‘Rainydays’ play area transformed into a
soft play space, designed to promote parent-child interaction and physical
play. Meanwhile, Pennyghael Community Hall will use its grant to renovate
indoor facilities and carry out essential roof repairs, ensuring the building
remains a vital hub for local residents.
The couple, upon arriving in Tobermory, are also meeting with members of the
charity Home-Start Lorn to discuss how it is applying Catherine’s Shaping Us
initiative, which focuses on childhood development and family support.
Interior designer Banjo Beale, a Mull resident, has volunteered his expertise
to help redesign and enhance both community spaces.
The visit marks Catherine’s first royal tour since recovering from cancer and
holds special significance for the couple, who are expected to enjoy some
private time during the two-day trip in celebration of their anniversary.
