The important reason Kate and William will miss Lilibet Diana's birthday on Platinum Jubilee weekend
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will travel outside of England as Harry and Meghan celebrate their daughter's first birthday


Prince William and Kate Middleton travel to Wales in celebration of the Platinum Jubilee on June 4, which just so happens to be Lilibet Diana's first birthday.
- Prince William and Kate Middleton are unlikely to attend the birthday party of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's daughter, which will reportedly take place at Frogmore Cottage on June 4.
- The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are scheduled travel to Wales on the same day as Lilibet Diana's first birthday.
- In other royal news, Queen's favorite cocktail revealed by Tom Hanks - a James Bond classic with a different kind of twist.
Prince William and Kate Middleton will travel to Wales on June 4 to assist with some last-minute preparations for a Platinum Jubilee Concert at Cardiff Castle in honor of the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty's reign, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.
The exciting engagement coincides with the first birthday of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's daughter Lilibet Diana, who will reportedly be celebrating the special occasion at Frogmore Cottage with her parents and older brother, Archie. Royal sources have also said that the Queen is to meet Lilibet on Saturday, following news that the 96-year-old monarch would no longer be attending the Epsom Derby due to her ongoing mobility issues.
It remains unknown whether or not William and Kate will make it back in time for the Sussex party, but with its venue by Windsor Castle being 130 miles away from Cardiff, it looks unlikely they'll be able to squeeze this one in.
During their Welsh trip, the royal couple will meet with the performers and crew of the concert, including hosts Aled Jones, Shan Cothi, and Bonnie Tyler. They'll also receive a rundown on the "technical production underpinning the show" including its "lighting, sound and visual effects." The concert's musical performances are expected to wrap up by 7pm, at which point the BBC's Platinum Party at the Palace will be broadcast on oversized screens at the castle.
The exciting engagement is likely to pique the interest of the musically gifted Kate Middleton, whose piano performance at a Christmas carol service last year wowed royal fans.
The Cambridges aren't the only senior royals with travel plans over the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
Sign up for the woman&home newsletter
Sign up to our free daily email for the latest royal and entertainment news, interesting opinion, expert advice on styling and beauty trends, and no-nonsense guides to the health and wellness questions you want answered.
Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex will fly over to Northern Ireland this weekend for Jubilee-themed arts and crafts and a meet-and-greet with kids involved in multicultural street performances, while Princess Anne will head to Scotland to visit Edinburgh Zoo and the HMS Albion.

Hailing from the lovely city of Dublin, Emma mainly covers the Royal Family and the entertainment world, as well as the occasional health and wellness feature. Always up for a good conversation, she has a passion for interviewing everyone from A-list celebrities to the local GP - or just about anyone who will chat to her, really.
Emma holds an MA in International Journalism from City, University of London, and a BA in English Literature from Trinity College Dublin.
-
Ricki Lake reminded us that whatever the weather, an all-black ensemble always works
When it comes to timeless style, Ricki Lake's all-black outfit is a stark reminder that sometimes capsule wardrobe staples are all you need
-
Reese Witherspoon’s effortless beach day look is the summer style we're copying
Reese Witherspoon is fast becoming our summer dressing muse
-
Duchess Sophie just brought back her high-street rose quartz studs - and they tied in perfectly with her floral silk dress
The Duchess of Edinburgh has had these earrings for many years and they're subtle enough to work with so many outfits.
-
Not sold on denim shorts? Kate Middleton’s tailored white pair are a flattering and sophisticated alternative
The Princess of Wales rarely wears shorts publicly but she made an exception for this stunning and timeless design in 2022.
-
I suspect Kate Middleton will steer clear of one of her favourite shades at Trooping the Colour - and wear this one instead
We won’t know for sure what the Princess of Wales will wear until the big day, but I have a feeling this colour is a strong contender.
-
Kate Middleton once 'teased' by family over relatable habit as she admitted she could still 'pick up a few tips'
The Princess of Wales previously revealed that this part of royal life is an 'art' and she still had to 'learn a little bit more'.
-
Move over, blazers: Duchess Sophie's cropped jacket and maxi skirt just redefined summer elegance
When you want a polished outfit that's not too formal, this combination is one worth turning to.
-
Kate Middleton's adorable prediction about Prince William as she believed 'there's no one quite like' him even before they met
The Princess of Wales could reportedly 'just tell' Prince William would be a certain way based on his picture
-
Duchess Sophie adapts summer style for rainy June - her electric blue floral dress and corduroy blazer are an unexpected but clever combination
So far June has had as much rain as sunshine but don’t let that stop you from enjoying your summer floral dresses.
-
Not sure how to wear jean shorts? Duchess Sophie's take is surprisingly approachable
The Duchess of Edinburgh looked effortlessly cool and relaxed in her jean shorts, tee and sunglasses