Princess Kate and Prince William skip luxury hotel for 'self-catered cottage' during anniversary trip

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Dorothy Reddin

By Dorothy Reddin


Published: 23/04/2025

- 14:12

The royal couple's visit is scheduled for April 29 and 30

Princess Kate and Prince William will be staying in a self-catered cottage on the Isle of Mull as part of their upcoming two-day tour of Scotland, GB News understands.

The royal couple's visit, scheduled for April 29 and 30, will see them spending Tuesday night in the modest accommodation on the picturesque Scottish island.


Their tour will focus on celebrating and connecting with rural communities in the Scottish Highlands, specifically on the Isles of Mull and Iona.

Kensington Palace announced details of the trip on Tuesday.

Princess Kate and Prince William

Princess Kate and Prince William skip luxury hotel for 'self-catered cottage' during anniversary trip

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The visit coincides with the couple's 14th wedding anniversary on April 29, marking a return to the country where they first met.

William, 42, and Kate, 43, began their relationship as students at the University of St Andrews in Scotland, where they both studied art history in the early 2000s.

They married at Westminster Abbey in London on April 29, 2011.

Since their wedding, the royal couple have welcomed three children: Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six.

Kate MiddletonKate is set to travel to Scotland next week with Prince WilliamGetty

The couple will begin their anniversary trip by visiting the town of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull.

There, they'll tour an artisan market inside Aros Hall, a local community hub, and meet with some of the town's arts and crafts creators.

Later in the day, William and Kate will visit a newly developed croft — land used for agriculture.

This visit will allow them to learn more about sustainable production and the hospitality industry on the Isle of Mull.

Princess Kate and Prince WilliamPrincess Kate and Prince William were last in Scotland in 2023PA

On April 30, the royal couple will visit the Isle of Iona, where they'll meet with rangers from the Mull and Iona Ranger Service.

These rangers are tasked with protecting the local surroundings and conserving the isles' natural environment.

William and Kate will also meet children from a local school group during their visit to Iona.

This engagement will allow them to learn more about the birds, mammals and plants that inhabit the Isle of Iona's ancient forest.

Kate and Prince WilliamKate and Prince William tied the knot in 2011PA

The family had a challenging 2024 as Kate underwent treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer.

In September, Kate announced she had completed chemotherapy, and in January, she shared that her cancer was in remission.

"It is a relief to now be in remission," she said at the time. "And I remain focussed on recovery."

Kate added: "I am however looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead. There is much to look forward to. Thank you to everyone for your continued support."