Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall to visit Island

Thursday, 12 April 2012 01:00

It's been confirmed that the Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall will visit the Isle of Man on April 26th to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee year celebrations.

Members of the Royal Family are travelling to all Commonwealth Realms, as well as to some Commonwealth countries, Crown Dependencies and British Overseas Territories, during 2012 to mark the 60th Anniversary of Her Majesty’s Accession.

During their time here they will be visiting Peel and the National Sports Centre.

It marks The Prince of Wales's third official visit to the Isle of Man.

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