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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Reveal How They Feel After Nottingham Return

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle marked their first joint appearance in the UK since their return on Thursday and expressed their true feelings about the nostalgic visit to Nottingham.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry greet well-wishers outside the Community Recording Studio (Image Source: Getty Photos | Neil Mockford)
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry greet well-wishers outside the Community Recording Studio (Image Source: Getty Photos | Neil Mockford)

Nine years after marking their first royal engagement, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returned to Nottingham on Thursday for a meaningful joint appearance. Their visit marks several special and nostalgic milestones, and their statements reflected that. 

Meghan Markle holds a bouquet as she and Prince Harry arrive at the Community Recording Studio (CRS) (Image Source: Getty Photos | Christopher Furlong)

The Sussexes’ spokesperson told BBC News that the couple was “really excited” to be back together in Nottingham. "They are back here primarily because they support and believe in the organisations they are visiting," they added. Harry and Markle will visit the Community Recording Studio, Hubb Community Kitchen, and Epic Partners - all places that hold great meaning for the pair. 

Markle’s connection to the Hubb Community Kitchen, a group of women displaced by the horrific Grenfell fires, goes back a long way. As her first solo royal project, she launched a cookbook in partnership with the community to help raise funds. Harry visited the Community Recording Studio in 2025, and Epic Partners’ focus on sports would obviously resonate with the avid sports lover. Their spokesperson revealed what the couple feels about revisiting these special projects. "They enjoy coming back to revisit projects they are personally invested in, to meet the same people and understand what is happening and how things are changing,” they added. 

Meghan Markle helps to prepare food at an event to mark the launch of a cookbook with recipes from a group of women affected by the Grenfell Tower fire (Image Source: Getty Images | Ben Stansall)

Harry and Markle’s excitement was palpable when they stepped out in Nottingham on Thursday. Before even entering the venue, they spent some time with fans gathered on the streets. They greeted everyone warmly, clicked selfies, and received gifts and flowers before heading to the studio. The planned activities are certainly of great interest for the pair as they met with rapper and CRS attendee Jah Digga, took part in a bracelet-making workshop, and even watched an acting workshop. 

It sounds like the perfect itinerary for the Duchess of Sussex, who is not only a former actress but also enjoys crafts. Wonder if she would take home some of her jewellery creations for her kids. The acting workshop participants will also benefit greatly from tips from the Suits star. She could be seen chatting with participants inside the studio. 

Meghan Markle holds a bouquet as she and Prince Harry arrive at the Community Recording Studio (CRS) (Image Source: Getty Photos | Christopher Furlong)

For the special visit, Markle wore a maroon trench coat, dark brown turtleneck top, and a wine-colored skirt. She tied her long hair in a sleek ponytail and completed the ensemble with dark heels. On the other hand, Harry chose a more casual look. He donned blue jeans, a white shirt, and a grey blazer. 


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