He’s just returned from honeymoon with his new bride Meghan, but Prince Harry has wasted no time in getting back to work.
The royal last night hosted a summer gala dinner for the charity charity gala at Kensington Palace in aid of the charity On Side Youth Zones along with comedian David Walliams.
Harry, 33, looked in great spirits as he laughed and joked with guests at the event in aid of the charity, which provides spaces for eight to 19-year-olds where they can enjoy fun and active leisure activities, especially in deprived communities.
Host David Walliams reportedly made guests laugh as he introduced the prince as a newly-married man, although his new wife Meghan was not in attendance at the event.
Prince Harry, 33, looked dapper in a tuxedo as he made his first post-honeymoon appearance at a charity gala at Kensington Palace
Harry seemed in great spirits as he chatted to guests at the event in aid of On Side Youth Zones
Businessman Davy Price shared a snap of himself chatting to the Prince on Instagram, and said they chatted about the Inspire Youth charity, which his property development company supports.
As well as chatting about the pressures young people face on their mental health, he added: ‘We maaay have also talked about helicopters. Absolute gentleman.’
The prince looked exceptionally dapper in a tuxedo for the event and took to the stage to make a speech.
Guests were later entertained by being treated to a set by ’80s singer Rick Astley.
Comedian David Walliams hosted the event and made guests laugh as he introduced ‘newly married man’ Harry
The royal made a speech at the event, his first engagement since returning from honeymoon with Meghan
The prince chatted to businessman Davy Price at the event, taking in everything from child mental healthy to helicopters
The royal was seen chatting to Umar Kamani (centre) CEO and founder of the fashion giant PrettyLittleThing
Details of Harry and Meghan’s honeymoon still remain a closely guarded secret.
They remained in the UK for a few days after their wedding and attended a garden party to mark Prince Charles’ 70th birthday on the Tuesday after their big day.
They have not been seen publicly since, and were rumoured to be enjoying a romantic stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Alberta, Canada.
According to reports, they finished off their break with a short stay in Ireland, before returning to London.
David Walliams looked in high spirits as he laughed and joked with young guests. Attendees were later treated to a performance by ’80s start Rick Astley
Earlier this week they were rumoured to be staying at the 13th-century Ashford Castle in Cong, County Mayo where rooms cost between £600 and £4,000 a night.
The rumour mill went into overdrive after local woman Rachel Forde tweeted: ‘The first time I go to Ashford Castle and we couldn’t get into the [actual] castle and around it because the royals are within.’
The sprawling five-star estate – once named as the ‘world’s best hotel’ – is a firm favourite with celebrities including Pierce Brosnan and was the wedding venue of golfer Rory McIlroy when he tied the knot with Erica Stoll in April 2017.
Fairytale: According to reports, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were staying at the 13th-century Ashford Castle in Cong, where rooms cost between £600 and £4,000 a night
Meghan and Harry reportedly jetted off to Canada to stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge a few days after their wedding
It also has a rich royal history; the dining room and bar were named after Harry’s great-great-grandfather King George V, one of Ashford’s famous guests over the years.
Meghan’s first post-honeymoon appearance will take place tomorrow, when she joins the royals for her first Trooping The Colour, held in honour of the Queen’s birthday.
Earlier this week, it was announced that Meghan would be conducting her first joint engagements with the Queen in Cheshire next week.
The new Duke and Duchess of Sussex will make their first post-honeymoon appearance tomorrow as they join the royals for Trooping The Colour
The military parade is attended by senior members of the royal family including Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
It is not clear if Prince Louis, who is just six weeks old, will join his parents at Buckingham Palace, although Prince George and Princess Charlotte are expected to attend, as in previous years.
In an unprecedented move, the Duchess of Sussex will be travelling with the head of state on the royal train.
Only the most senior members of the Royal Family – namely the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall – are entitled to use it.
Harry, Kate and William are not believed to have ever used it in an official capacity.