By Tony O’Riley-
The Duchess of Cambridge arrived at Ark Open Farm near Belfast today, as part of her tour of the UK to promote her landmark developmental survey on children in the early years, ‘5 Big Questions on the Under-Fives’
During her visit to the farm, Kate spoke to parents and grandparents about the themes covered in her survey, which closes on 21st February, and their experiences raising young children. The 38 year old Dutchess discussed the important factors that ensure children become happy adults and the role of parents and society in ensuring children have the best possible start in life.
This afternoon Kate, who is known as the Countess of Strathearn while in Scotland, was pictured switching her brown boots for a black heeled version, and ditched her Barbour jacket to show off a baby blue poloneck as she spoke to users of the Social Bite cafe, during a visit to Aberdeen.
Yesterday Kensington palace announced that the Prince William, 37, and Kate would undertake their first official visit to the Republic of Ireland next month.
William and Kate have visited Northern Ireland twice in recent years, but this will be their first visit to the Republic of Ireland.