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Scottish Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Princess Kate & Prince William celebrate their anniversary on stunning remote UK island with surprising TV link
The royal couple have a packed schedule on the island WELL ISLE SAY! Princess Kate & Prince William celebrate their anniversary on stunning remote UK island with surprising TV link KATE and Wills are on the Isle of Mull celebrating the "power of communities" and natural environment - while on their 14th wedding anniversary. The Prince and Princess of Wales begin their whistestop trip in Tobermory - the setting for kids TV show Balamory - where they have announced funding for two community centres. Advertisement 4 The royal couple waved to fans as they arrived Credit: i-Images 4 Princess Kate beamed as she was greeted by well-wishers on the island Credit: i-Images 4 The iconic promenade of Tobermory featuring colourful houses Credit: Getty 4 William and Kate tied the knot in 2011 William and Kate have travelled to the Isle of Mull, off Scotland's west coast, for a two-day visit meeting craftspeople, farmers and residents - and to celebrate their marriage milestone. The royal couple have been sweethearts for more than 20 years after meeting at the University of St Andrews in Fife, Scotland. They tied the knot in Westminster Abbey on April 29 2011, with the aisle of the Gothic London church lined with trees. William has a connection with the Isle of Mull because it is part of lands once ruled by the Lord of the Isles, one of a number of Scottish titles he inherited from his father when Charles became King. Advertisement They will tour the harbour's artisan markets with Banjo Beale, an interior designer and presenter of the BBC's 'Designing the Hebrides' show. And, help with meal preparation at the island's Croft 3, a restaurant that relies on food grown on site. Kate and Wills are staying in a self-catering cottage during their trip which falls on their wedding anniversary. When in Scotland, the pair are officially known by their Scottish titles, the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay. Advertisement The visit aims to highlight the importance of protecting and championing the natural environment. Mull is popular with tourists for its breath-taking views and spectacular untouched beaches, just am hour from Oban. Prince William and Kate will NEVER let Prince Andrew return to public duty - nobody wants him There are only around 3,000 people on the island, but many have set up small businesses to accommodate day-trippers. Mull is also an easily accessible stopping point before heading on to Staffa and the Treshnish Isles. Advertisement Tobermory has been described as the town's "jewel" and draws in hoards of visitors. It's colourful houses are a beloved memory for many who recognise them as the Balamory backdrop. Elsewhere on the island, tourists can soak up the local history while enjoying a gander around Mull Museum. There's also an aquarium for those nature lovers interested in the habitat's wildlife. Advertisement Scotland's west coast is home to around a quarter of the world's species of whale, dolphin and porpoise. From bottlenose dolphins to harbour porpoises and minke and killer whales, there are dozens of species for budding watchers to look out for in this stunning part of the world. And nature lovers will not be disappointed by the region's other offerings. Seals and otters are everywhere, basking sharks also stalk the crystal-clear waters and magnificent white-tailed sea and golden eagles breed on Mull and further along the coast. Advertisement Interior designer Banjo Beale, presenter of the BBC's Designing The Hebrides programme and a Mull resident, will work with fellow islanders to ensure the community-owned centres in Mull's main town of Tobermory and the village of Pennyghael reflect the area's culture. He said: "It's an absolute joy to be working with the Royal Foundation of the Prince and Princess of Wales to redesign and preserve these vital community spaces. "Together, we're not just restoring old walls - we're reimagining what's possible when community and creativity come together. "I'm excited to breathe new life into beloved buildings and celebrate the island's warmth, resilience and quiet magic." Advertisement The Royal Foundation's Community Impact Programme is providing undisclosed grants for the renovation of facilities at Aros Hall in Tobermory, where the popular BBC children's TV series Balamory was filmed, while at Pennyghael Community Hall, communal spaces will be updated and roof repairs undertaken. William and Kate will begin their Mull visit by touring Aros Hall, home to a community fridge saving food from landfill, a charity shop and a children's indoor play area used by family support charity Home-Start Lorn, whose volunteers will meet the royal couple. Later they will visit the nearby harbour to chat to makers and creators at Tobermory Producers Market, co-ordinated by Aros hall, and they will end their day by travelling to a combined croft and restaurant on the west coast of Mull, touring some of its 50 acres of land, seeing the Hebridean sheep farmed on site, and helping select garden produce for the menu. The couple will spend time privately at Pennyghael Community Hall and on the island of Iona after taking the public ferry from Mull and meeting those who use and run the service. Advertisement 'SECOND CHANCE AT LIFE' It comes as Kate is phasing back into royal duties after her health struggles last year. And royal insiders have claimed the 43-year-old, who is now in remission, and her husband are happier than ever after their tough 2024. A source told Closer that the future king is ramping up the romance with his wife. They claimed: 'William has been incredibly supportive through Kate's cancer battle - he's really proven himself to be a remarkable partner when the going gets tough. Advertisement 'His big focus has been on making the most of their time and this second chance at life together. 'That means more romantic dinners, more long walks and more holidays. They're mapping out summer plans right now, with the usual family trips to Cornwall and the Isle of Scilly, but they're also looking to take a romantic hideaway holiday just the two of them, and even talking about going back to the Seychelles where they honeymooned.' The insider continued: 'William really stepped up during Kate's illness - he took on so many extra duties even in the midst of supporting and his considerable heartache worrying about her. He has been the most doting husband, and everyone, including Kate, says so.' Kate has been turning up for more public appearances as part of her "gradual" return to work after cancer. Advertisement She has made a number of appearances including meeting Holocaust survivors at an emotional memorial event, and visiting Tŷ Hafan's hospice near Cardiff, where she spent time with children, families and staff. Ahead of St. David's Day, Kate did a joint Welsh engagement with William, and displayed rare PDA with arm touches and hand holding. Inside Prince William and Kate Middleton's relationship - in their words AFTER years of dating, Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their engagement on November 16, 2010. Prince William revealed in their interview with BBC that he knew from the start that Kate was different from other people. He said in their engagement interview: "From my point of view, when I first met Kate, I knew there was something very special about her.' When asked what drew them together, it turns out her 'naughty sense of humour' was the tipping point. He said: 'She's got a really naughty sense of humour, which really helps me because I've got a really dirty sense of humour so it was good fun, we had a really good laugh, and then things happened.' And it appears that Prince William is a very caring partner towards Kate. Swoon. She previously told Hello! how much of a gentleman William is, and said: "You know, over the years William has looked after me, he's treated me very well — as the loving boyfriend he is, he is very supportive of me through the good times and also through the bad times.' In April 2011, Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony watched around the world by millions of fans. Kate wore a spectacular Alexander McQueen dress and the smitten prince could be seen telling Kate: 'You look beautiful' before the service began. They may have an unconventional life, but when it comes to their relationship, it all boils down to having fun. Prince William added: 'Obviously we both have a very fun time together, both have a very good sense of humour about things, we're down to earth, we take the mickey out of each other a lot, and she's got plenty of habits that make me laugh that I tease her about."
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- The Irish Sun
Princess Kate & Prince William celebrate their anniversary on stunning remote UK island with surprising TV link
KATE and Wills are on the Isle of Mull celebrating the "power of communities" and natural environment - while on their 14th wedding anniversary. The Prince and Princess of Wales begin 3 The royal couple have arrived Credit: i-Images 3 The iconic promenade of Tobermory featuring colourful houses Credit: Getty 3 William and Kate tied the knot in 2011 The royal couple have been sweethearts for more than 20 years after meeting at the University of St Andrews in They tied the knot in William has a connection with the Isle of Mull because it is part of lands once ruled by the Lord of the Isles, one of a number of Scottish titles he inherited from his father when Charles became King. Read More They will tour the harbour's artisan markets with Banjo Beale, an interior designer and presenter of the BBC's 'Designing the Hebrides' show. And, help with meal preparation at the island's Croft 3, a restaurant that relies on food grown on site. Kate and Wills are staying in a self-catering cottage during their trip which falls on their wedding anniversary. When in Scotland, the pair are officially known by their Scottish titles, the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay. Most read in Royals The visit aims to highlight the importance of protecting and championing the natural environment. Mull is popular with tourists for its breath-taking views and spectacular untouched beaches, just am hour from Oban. Prince William and Kate will NEVER let Prince Andrew return to public duty - nobody wants him There are only around 3,000 people on the island, but many have set up small businesses to accommodate day-trippers. Mull is also an easily accessible stopping point before heading on to Staffa and the Treshnish Isles. Tobermory has been described as the town's "jewel" and draws in hoards of visitors. It's colourful houses are a beloved memory for many who recognise them as the Balamory backdrop. Elsewhere on the island, tourists can soak up the local history while enjoying a gander around Mull Museum. There's also an aquarium for those nature lovers interested in the habitat's wildlife. Scotland's west coast is home to around a quarter of the world's species of From bottlenose dolphins to harbour porpoises and minke and And nature lovers will not be disappointed by the region's other offerings. Seals and otters are everywhere, basking sharks also stalk the crystal-clear waters and magnificent white-tailed sea and golden eagles breed on Mull and further along the coast. Interior designer Banjo Beale, presenter of the He said: "It's an absolute joy to be working with the "Together, we're not just restoring old walls - we're reimagining what's possible when community and creativity come together. "I'm excited to breathe new life into beloved buildings and celebrate the island's warmth, resilience and quiet magic." The Royal Foundation's Community Impact Programme is providing undisclosed grants for the renovation of facilities at Aros Hall in Tobermory, where the popular BBC William and Kate will begin their Mull visit by touring Aros Hall, Later they will visit the nearby harbour to chat to makers and creators at Tobermory Producers Market, co-ordinated by Aros hall, and they will end their day by travelling to a combined croft and The couple will spend time privately at Pennyghael Community Hall and on the island of Iona after taking the public ferry from Mull and meeting those who use and run the service. 'SECOND CHANCE AT LIFE' It comes as Kate is phasing back into royal duties after her health struggles last year. And royal insiders have claimed the 43-year-old, who is now in remission, and her husband are happier than ever after their tough 2024. A source told Closer that the future king is ramping up the romance with his wife. They claimed: 'William has been incredibly supportive through Kate's cancer battle - he's really proven himself to be a remarkable partner when the going gets tough. 'His big focus has been on making the most of their time and this second chance at life together. 'That means more romantic dinners, more long walks and more holidays. They're mapping out summer plans right now, with the usual family trips to Cornwall and the Isle of Scilly, but they're also looking to take a romantic hideaway holiday just the two of them, and even talking about going back to the Seychelles where they honeymooned.' The insider continued: 'William really stepped up during Kate's illness - he took on so many extra duties even in the midst of supporting and his considerable heartache worrying about her. He has been the most doting husband, and everyone, including Kate, says so.' Kate has been turning up for more public appearances as part of her "gradual" return to work after cancer. She has made a number of appearances including meeting Holocaust survivors at an Ahead of St. David's Day, Kate did a Inside Prince William and Kate Middleton's relationship - in their words AFTER years of dating, Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their engagement on November 16, 2010. Prince William revealed in their interview with BBC that he knew from the start that Kate was different from other people. He said in their engagement interview: "From my point of view, when I first met Kate, I knew there was something very special about her.' When asked what drew them together, it turns out her 'naughty sense of humour' was the tipping point. He said: 'She's got a really naughty sense of humour, which really helps me because I've got a really dirty sense of humour so it was good fun, we had a really good laugh, and then things happened.' And it appears that Prince William is a very caring partner towards Kate. Swoon. She previously told Hello! how much of a gentleman William is, and said: "You know, over the years William has looked after me, he's treated me very well — as the loving boyfriend he is, he is very supportive of me through the good times and also through the bad times.' In April 2011, Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony watched around the world by millions of fans. Kate wore a spectacular Alexander McQueen dress and the smitten prince could be seen telling Kate: 'You look beautiful' before the service began. They may have an unconventional life, but when it comes to their relationship, it all boils down to having fun. Prince William added: 'Obviously we both have a very fun time together, both have a very good sense of humour about things, we're down to earth, we take the mickey out of each other a lot, and she's got plenty of habits that make me laugh that I tease her about."
Scottish Sun
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Kelly Brook ditches model glam for low-key look as she runs London Marathon with husband Jeremy Parisi
MODEL Kelly Brook toned down her usual red carpet-ready look to take part in the London Marathon. The 45-year-old star donned a green t-shirt, black leggings and trainers to run the 26.2 mile course around England's capital city on Sunday. 7 Kelly Brook was spotted in tears after completing the London Marathon today Credit: i-Images 7 Kelly proudly showing off her medal at the finishing line Credit: ©Karwai Tang 7 Kelly and Jeremy both completed the 26.2 mile course 7 Kelly was spotted in the crowds Credit: Goff 7 She looked in good spirits Credit: Goff In a video uploaded to her Instagram stories, Kelly revealed she was joined by 39-year-old husband Jeremy Parisi, who also signed up. She said the couple hardly had the ideal preparation, telling her fans that neither of them had slept well the night before, owing to their burglar alarm going off during the night. Sitting next to Jeremy in the back of a car, Kelly said: "Good morning! So, we thought we'd just get up and run a little marathon today, because that's what we do. See you out there! See you out there!" Before, she turned to Jeremy and asked: "Are you excited?" Read More on The Marathon CAPTAIN SLOW Terry forced to walk as blood pours from NIPPLE in gruelling London Marathon Jeremy's seeming lack of enthusiasm to her question is then explained by Kelly, who added: "We didn't get any sleep because our burglar alarm went off at 1'o'clock this morning. Awesome." Kelly and Jeremy, were sponsored by marathon partners Radox to take part in the race, and were joined at the start by the likes of Harry Judd, Joe Wicks and Alexandra Burke, who were among the other famous faces running the course. Speaking recently to The Sun's Bizzare column, Kelly said she liked to have Jeremy running in front of her, so she could admire him in lycra, and also revealed running had given her a new found appreciation for Vaseline. She said: "Jeremy looks great in Lycra. I always tell him to run ahead. I find it a nice distraction. "Jeremy I'm sure will carry me over the finish line if he has too." Before revealing that the week prior had made her realise how important petroleum jelly was for preventing chafing caused by running. Kelly Brook looks stunning as she strips off to green swimsuit on luxury holiday with overwater villa, heart-shaped pool and private butler She added: "I have gone through pots of Vaseline and on Sunday I was away. I was tapering and had a quick 10k to do. 'I panicked because I left my Vaseline at home so I went without. Nothing prepares you for the chaffing! I was bleeding after 10k." And she also revealed that having done an increasing number of physically exerting challenges with Jeremy recently, the London Marathon felt like the ideal next step for the couple. She said: "We were both pretty strong anyway but this has definitely made us more dynamic. "After a 25km run you feel invincible. We love to train hard and keep that up all year. "When we did Race Across the World we had to climb a volcano in the snow for the final Episode. "We had spent Christmas in the Alps hiking mountains in the snow so we were weirdly prepared mentally to tackle that! "We train a lot just to prepare ourselves for life in general you never know in our job what you're going to be asked to do next. " "This has been brilliant because we are in control of our training and performance. With TV it's never entirely down to you what the outcome will be. "With the Marathon it's all on us and it's exciting we can't wait." 7 Kelly's fans are more used to seeing her far more glamorously dressed Credit: Splash
The Irish Sun
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Kelly Brook ditches model glam for low-key look as she runs London Marathon with husband Jeremy Parisi
MODEL Kelly Brook toned down her usual red carpet-ready look to take part in the London Marathon. The 45-year-old star donned a green t-shirt, black leggings and trainers to run the 26.2 mile course around 7 Kelly Brook was spotted in tears after completing the London Marathon today Credit: i-Images 7 Kelly proudly showing off her medal at the finishing line Credit: ©Karwai Tang 7 Kelly and Jeremy both completed the 26.2 mile course 7 Kelly was spotted in the crowds Credit: Goff 7 She looked in good spirits Credit: Goff In a video uploaded to her Instagram stories, She said the couple hardly had the ideal preparation, telling her fans that neither of them had slept well the night before, owing to their burglar alarm going off during the night. Sitting next to Jeremy in the back of a car, Kelly said: "Good morning! So, we thought we'd just get up and run a little marathon today, because that's what we do. See you out there! See you out there!" Before, she turned to Jeremy and asked: "Are you excited?" Read More on The Marathon Jeremy's seeming lack of enthusiasm to her question is then explained by Kelly, who added: "We didn't get any sleep because our burglar alarm went off at 1'o'clock this morning . Awesome." Kelly and Jeremy, were sponsored by marathon partners Radox to take part in the race , and were joined at the start by the likes of , and Speaking recently to The Sun's Bizzare column, Kelly said she liked to have Jeremy running in front of her, so she could admire him in lycra, and also revealed running had given her a new found appreciation for Vaseline. She said: "Jeremy looks great in Lycra. I always tell him to run ahead. I find it a nice distraction. Most read in Showbiz "Jeremy I'm sure will carry me over the finish line if he has too." Before revealing that the week prior had made her realise how important petroleum jelly was for preventing chafing caused by running. Kelly Brook looks stunning as she strips off to green swimsuit on luxury holiday with overwater villa, heart-shaped pool and private butler She added: "I have gone through pots of Vaseline and on Sunday I was away. I was tapering and had a quick 10k to do. 'I panicked because I left my Vaseline at home so I went without. Nothing prepares you for the chaffing! I was bleeding after 10k." And she also revealed that having done an increasing number of physically exerting challenges with Jeremy recently, the London Marathon felt like the ideal next step for the couple. She said: "We were both pretty strong anyway but this has definitely made us more dynamic. "After a 25km run you feel invincible. We love to train hard and keep that up all year. "When we did Race Across the World we had to climb a volcano in the snow for the final Episode. "We had spent Christmas in the Alps hiking mountains in the snow so we were weirdly prepared mentally to tackle that! "We train a lot just to prepare ourselves for life in general you never know in our job what you're going to be asked to do next. " "This has been brilliant because we are in control of our training and performance. With TV it's never entirely down to you what the outcome will be. "With the Marathon it's all on us and it's exciting we can't wait." 7 Kelly's fans are more used to seeing her far more glamorously dressed Credit: Splash 7 Kelly and Jeremy got married in 2022 Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
27-04-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
Why do marathon runners wear arm sleeves?
WARM UP Why do marathon runners wear arm sleeves? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RUNNING arm sleeves have lately become a common sight at marathons. First popularised by elite athletes, they are now run by many marathon runners. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge wears his arms bands at the finish of the elite men's race of the 2020 London Marathon Credit: AFP or licensors Why do marathon runners wear arm sleeves? Arm sleeves are primarily worn for the benefits of the compression they provide. Various sports medicine studies have shown that this compression helps to stabilise the arm muscles and prevent swelling. It also increases blood flow which help in recovery after hard exercise or minor injuries. Arm sleeves are also worn as a way to protect the skin from the sun - as most runners spend large portion of their time outside. While there are many benefits to running outside, doing so increases your exposure to the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays - but running sleeves can protect runners from this, along with the application of sunscreen. On the opposite end of the scale, arm sleeves can also provide runners with warmth if they are out training or running in cold weather. The running arm sleeves keep your arms nice and warm with protection from the wind - and therefore shield you slightly from the elements without having to wear another top. And if that wasn't enough - running arm sleeves can also keep runners safe when out at later times, if the sleeves have reflective detailing on them. Why do marathon runners wear gloves? Many marathon runners during the cooler months and start early in the morning before things warm up. Also, the other thing that happens is during the race the runners have a fairly high core body temperature, but as the race wears on and energy stores are lost, especially if conditions worsen. 2 Gloves can be a must in some conditions Credit: 2020 Martyn Wheatley / i-Images What to wear when running a marathon? A good combination is a technical t-shirt and mid to lightweight leggings. As well as gloves hats can be worn to keep warm as they are very light weight. Blankets are put over the runners at the end to help them maintain body temperature.
