Prince William reveals how his children inspire his hopes for the countryside
Prince William has admitted that his three children may one day question what he has done to improve life for people living in Britain's countryside.
Prince William has admitted that his three children may one day question what he has done to improve life for people living in Britain's countryside.
The Prince of Wales, 44, reflected on the future he hopes to leave behind in a special edition of Country Life magazine, published on Wednesday (11.11.26).
Writing about the importance of supporting rural communities, William said: "One day, George, Charlotte and Louis may ask me what I did to help communities thrive."
He explained that protecting the countryside should involve making positive changes, allowing future generations to build on the work being done today.
The royal spent six months working with the magazine's editorial team to produce the nearly 300-page edition.
The publication explores his commitment to improving rural life, protecting the environment and supporting people who live and work in the countryside.
William also shares personal memories of growing up at Highgrove and spending time outdoors with his wife Catherine, Princess of Wales, and their children.
The family enjoy countryside walks with their two English cocker spaniels, Orla and Otto.
Orla was given to the couple by Catherine's brother James Middleton in 2020, while Otto is one of her puppies.
Their eldest son, Prince George, 13, also contributed to the magazine with a colourful drawing of a kingfisher.
The young royal created the picture using coloured pencils at the family's Windsor home earlier this year.
William's personal interests feature throughout the edition, including his enthusiasm for Aston Villa football club, which he describes as his "second family".
The magazine also examines improving access to mental health support in rural communities and the experiences of women serving in the armed forces.
Editor-in-chief Mark Hedges praised William's involvement, describing him as a hands-on guest editor.
The Prince follows King Charles, Queen Camilla and Princess Anne, who have previously edited special editions of the publication.
