The Prince of Wales is quietly celebrating a charitable milestone while taking a break from royal duties to focus on his children during the school half-term holidays.
Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis have left school for the break, giving William time to enjoy his dad duties. Alongside this, the future King has another reason to be pleased: a major charitable success tied to his Duchy of Cornwall estate.
Charity Fundraiser Raises £18,000
The Duchy was publicly praised by the Cornish Pirates rugby team after a charity fundraiser brought in more than £18,000. The sports team took to Instagram to issue a "special thanks" to the Duchy, which served as the lead foundation partner for the initiative.
The fundraiser's success comes as a bright spot for William, who has been enjoying a quieter period away from the royal spotlight.
Controversy Over Bradninch Estate Sale
However, the celebration is set against a backdrop of controversy for the £23 million-a-year property empire. William is facing mounting criticism over plans to sell the historic Bradninch Estate in Mid Devon.
According to Hello!, the decision to divide the 3,000-acre holding has sparked backlash from tenant farmers, who fear for their homes and livelihoods. Rural residents have been issued strict possession orders, giving them six months to buy their properties or vacate them permanently.
Speaking to The Observer, locals expressed their concerns over the sell-off, which has cast a shadow over the Duchy's recent successes.
