The Duke of Edinburgh visits Woodrow High House

The Duke of Edinburgh appeared in great spirits today as he visited Woodrow High House in Buckinghamshire.

The residential learning centre is home to the London Youth charity, which provides outdoor education to young people living in the British capital.

Prince Philip’s very first royal engagement was a visit to Woodrow High House and the organisation became his first charity patronage in 1946.

Prince Edward, 59, took on the role of Patron of London Youth from his father in 2020 and retraced Prince Philip’s footsteps today with a visit to Woodrow.

He heard about the charity’s work to provide outdoor learning to young people based in the city.

The Duke was welcomed by the centre’s staff and senior leaders at London Youth, according to the Royal Family’s official website. 

He also met representatives from London Youth’s Youth Board, who shared their experiences of being young advisors to the charity.

The prince was given a tour of the grounds, which included meeting outdoor instructors and young people from visiting schools. 

During his outing, Prince Edward, dressed in a blue jacket, cream trousers and smart shirt, tried his hand at archery. 

Before departing, the Duke viewed archival materials on the history of Woodrow High House, which his father visited a total of four times. 

During his outing, Prince Edward, dressed in a blue jacket, cream trousers and smart shirt, tried his hand at archery

Prince Philip’s very first royal engagement was a visit to Woodrow High House and London Youth became his first charity patronage in 1946. Pictured, Prince Philip at the centre

The items viewed by Prince Edward featured photographs of Prince Philip and visitors’ books signed by the late Queen’s husband during his visits.  

Woodrow High House is a Grade II listed manor house in the Chilterns, which was likely built in the mid-17th century.

Notable former residents include the wife and daughters of Oliver Cromwell, according to the Royal Family’s official website. 

A bust of Prince Philip is also housed in one of the hallways. It was created by sculptor Frances Segelman to mark his 50 years of work with the charity. 

The residential learning centre is home to the London Youth charity, which provides outdoor education to young people living in the British capital. Pictured, Prince Edward 

The Duke was welcomed by the centre’s staff and senior leaders at London Youth, according to the Royal Family’s official website

He also met representatives from London Youth’s Youth Board, who shared their experiences of being young advisors to the charity