During a visit to Windsor with US First Lady Melania Trump, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, shared that her son, Prince Louis, 7, has a unique hobby of collecting conkers, which she finds scattered all around their home. This revelation occurred as Kate engaged with a group of Squirrel Scouts, assisting them in nature activities to earn Go Wild badges. The event took place in the gardens of Frogmore House, a former royal residence in Windsor Home Park.
Kate expressed humor in discovering conkers in unexpected places like cupboards and even in her son’s bed. She mentioned that Prince Louis enjoys playing with the conkers, often putting them in his toy trucks. Conkers, known for their use in traditional skill games and nature-related crafts, are appealing to children due to their shiny appearance and the excitement of gathering them during the fall season.
The gathering with the Squirrel Scouts followed a grand state banquet at Windsor Castle for US President Donald Trump. The children, treated to oat and cranberry biscuits made with honey from Kate’s beehives at Anmer Hall, received a jar of White House honey each from Melania Trump. Chief Scout Dwayne Fields expressed the significance of having the Princess of Wales actively involved with the Scouts, highlighting the positive impact her presence has on young people.
During interactions with the children, Kate showed her enthusiasm for bees and inquired about the bug hotel they were creating. She engaged the children in discussions about bees making honey, showcasing her genuine interest in nature-related activities. Melania Trump also contributed to the event by presenting gifts to the children and participating in the activities organized by Kate, including a packed lunch with sandwiches, fruit, and vegetables.
