During a community workshop in Nottingham, the Duchess of Suss*x shared a personal update about her family. She revealed that five-year-old Princess Lilibet has developed an interest in gymnastics. This detail connects the young royal to a hobby enjoyed by her cousin, Princess Charlotte.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made this disclosure while visiting the Community Recording Studio (CRS) on a joint engagement. The couple participated in a confidence-building session with local children aged 10 and 11. The children crafted friendship bracelets and discussed activities that foster self-assurance.
A Shared Royal Passion for Gymnastics
The conversation turned to extracurricular activities and sports, and Meghan mentioned her daughter’s latest pastime. According to workshop reports, the Duchess remarked, “My daughter’s doing gymnastics right now. She loves it.”
This hobby places Princess Lilibet in good company within the royal family. Her cousin, Princess Charlotte, has a long-standing passion for gymnastics and ballet. Prince William previously highlighted Charlotte’s love for the sport during public events, and Kate Middleton has shared that her daughter spends much of her time practicing handstands and cartwheels.
Focus on Youth Empowerment in Nottingham
Beyond sharing family anecdotes, Meghan used the workshop to impart lessons on self-compassion to the participants. Speaking directly to the students, she advised, “Sometimes you have to remember to be kind to yourself. And remember to talk to ourselves as we talk to our best friends.”
Each child in the craft session received a handwritten card containing a personalized, inspirational message from the Duchess. Workshop facilitator Georgia Devon-Shelley praised Meghan’s warm demeanor during the visit, describing her as engaging, kind, and attentive.
The Nottingham visit holds sentimental value for Prince Harry and Meghan. The city was the location of their first official joint public appearance following their engagement announcement in November 2017. Their return highlighted their ongoing commitment to local youth charities and the shared milestones of the younger generation of royals.
