Luton schoolchildren meet Princess of Wales
A group of children from Luton supported by the charity Go Beyond were invited to take part in a special day at Windsor Great Park as part of the filming for Mother Nature, a project led by The Princess of Wales to celebrate the changing seasons across the UK.
Nine children from Farley Junior Academy in Luton joined The Princess for a morning of outdoor activities that celebrated the beauty and simplicity of life in nature.
The children helped make flatbreads around a campfire and enjoyed a woodland meal prepared by chef Gill Meller and cooked over the fire.
Some children from Farley Junior Academy had previously attended Go Beyond breaks, where they take time away from difficult home circumstances, which may include bereavement and caring responsibilities to build new skills, grow in confidence, and create positive memories in safe, supportive environments.
Go Beyond spokesperson Sara Shearman said: “Nature plays such an important role in helping young people to connect, heal and thrive. For our children to be part of this project and spend time with The Princess was an incredible experience, one they’ll never forget.”
Go Beyond provides free residential breaks and outdoor experiences for children aged 8–13 who face serious challenges in their lives.
The charity’s nature-based programmes help young people discover resilience, joy, and confidence that last far beyond their time away.