Kate speaks with pupils in unplanned stop during visit to mill | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleHolly BishopThursday 11 September 2025 20:02 BSTKate breaks schedule in solo visit to meet with waiting school childrenThe Princess of Wales undertook a solo engagement at Sudbury Silk Mills in Suffolk.The visit was part of an initiative to highlight the heritage and career prospects within the British textile industry.She stayed longer than planned to greet and thank locals who had gathered outside the mill.During her interactions, she petted a dog, spoke with schoolchildren, and received a bouquet of flowers.Watch the video in full above.In fullKate breaks royal schedule to share sweet moment with school childrenThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in