Prince William comes to Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

Prince William is due to pay a two-day visit to Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly next week. As he returns to a site he recently visited on the mainland, it will be his first official visit to the Scillies since assuming the title of Duke of Cornwall.

The senior Royal has a busy schedule planned, with engagements in Newquay on Thursday (May 9) and the Isles of Scilly the following day. On Thursday, he will visit Nansledan, where the Duchy of Cornwall’s first homeless housing project is to be built.

This initiative, in partnership with Cornish charity St Petrocs, aims to provide 24 fully supported homes for the homeless. The prince is expected to meet project leaders and St Petrocs chief executive Henry Meacock.

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Construction is scheduled to begin in September this year, with the Duchy providing the land for the homes and using its design and development management expertise to guide the delivery of the overall project. Kensington Palace said: “The homes are designed to be consistent with the quality and character of Nansledan, to give residents dignity and help them settle into their new community from day one.

“Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2024 and the first homes are due to be completed in autumn 2025. The innovation that Ducat has included in the design will mean that the homes will be built to Passivhaus standards for energy efficiency and sustainability. The first phase will focus on creating high quality temporary accommodation that feels like home, with a clear pathway to a permanent home as accommodation becomes available.

“St Petrocs will also help residents reap the benefits of an active and growing community in Nansledan, where there are training and employment pathways alongside more permanent housing solutions.”

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After this, William will head to Fistral Beach to meet with the organizations responsible for its maintenance and safety. Kensington Palace said: “The Duke will first spend time with Holywell Bay and Newquay Surf Life Saving Clubs, which train and support volunteers to save lives and prevent drowning in open water. keep themselves safe and help others in need.

“Operating on Fistral Beach between May and September, the Newquay club operates in three age groups: nippers, juniors and seniors. During his visit, The Duke will meet members of the clubs as demonstrations of training programs take place on the beach. Her Royal Highness will then meet lifeguards and RNLI staff who provide a seasonal service on Fistral Beach to learn about the work they do to keep locals and tourists safe as they enjoy the summer season.

“This year the RNLI is celebrating its 200th anniversary, having been established in 1824. During his visit to the beach, the Duke will also have the opportunity to meet members of the public.”

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On Friday, he will begin his first official visit to the Isles of Scilly since becoming Duke of Cornwall in September 2022. His itinerary includes a visit to St Mary’s Harbour, which is managed by the Duchy and serves as a hub for passengers and ships. He will spend time with port operators before heading to St Mary’s Community Hospital.

This small hospital provides both inpatient and outpatient clinics for the Isles of Scilly and provides comprehensive care to residents and visitors to the island. The development of the integrated health and care unit is being delivered through a partnership between Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Isles of Scilly Council, Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust, primary care, voluntary sector partners and mental health services , in collaboration with Ducat.

Prince William will engage with hospital staff, learning about the challenges of providing healthcare on an island.