Princess Kate Middleton visited different community programs in Northern England to support mental health and social connection. On January 20, 2026, she visited Family Action’s Children’s Trauma Therapy Service in Bradford, where she met children and teenagers aged four to 18 who are recovering from trauma. The charity stated it was honored to welcome the princess, who serves as their patron.
During her visit, the Princess of Wales joined a creative therapy session and interacted closely with the children. She spoke with a five-year-old girl while showing her how to listen to the sea through a shell.
“That’s what I like doing with shells. If you close your eyes, you can sometimes imagine you’re by the beach,” she told the girl.
In addition, the mother of three also met a 12-year-old boy who shared how music therapy helped him express difficult emotions. The boy told her how much he loves playing the drums because he likes stuff he can “smack.” Princess Kate Middleton then emphasized the importance of creative methods for managing feelings that are hard to explain with words.
“Exactly, and that’s a fantastic way to express yourself and also manage really difficult and hard feelings that are sometimes harder to express with words,” she agreed with the child.
Later, the princess visited Wakefield Trinity Rugby League Club and its community foundation to learn about outreach programs that reduce isolation and support young people. She praised the club’s role in community life and their contribution with the youth. The visit concluded with a well-being walk in the Peak District alongside the charity Mind Over Mountains, which offers outdoor mental health support.