The Princess of Wales visited a heritage textile mill which has a close association with her family in Leeds today.
Kate visited AW Hainsworth which held a royal warrant from the late Queen and bought a woollen manufacturer once owned by her father Michael Middleton’s relatives.
The company made the scarlet tunics of the Guardsmen on duty during the coronations of both Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 and the King in May.
Here are some of the best pictures from the tour taken by Yorkshire Post photographer James Hardisty:
Here are some of the best pictures from the tour taken by Yorkshire Post photographer James Hardisty:
5. Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales visiting A W Hainsworth & Sons Ltd
It supplies textiles to a range of clients, from fashion and homeware brands to the Armed Forces, produces woven felt for pianos and other musical instruments, and creates protective materials for emergency services and military personnel worldwide. Picture By Yorkshire Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Photo: James Hardisty
6. Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales visiting A W Hainsworth & Sons Ltd
Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales chatting with Zeb Akhtar, Senior Weaver Trainer, during her visit around the factory. Picture By Yorkshire Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Photo: James Hardisty
7. Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales visiting A W Hainsworth & Sons Ltd
Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales looking at a sample of green fabric whilst chatting with Philip Pickard, Wet Processing Assistant Manager for A W Hainsworth & Sons Ltd. Picture By Yorkshire Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Photo: James Hardisty
8. Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales visiting A W Hainsworth & Sons Ltd
Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales chatting to Gemma Rudd, Assistant Dyehouse Manager for A W Hainsworth & Sons Ltd during her visit. Picture By Yorkshire Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Photo: James Hardisty