The Royal Cornwall Show is due to host a royal guest this year, as His Royal Highness The Earl of Wessex visits the show for the second time.

The visit will take place on the second day, Friday June 9, and it is hoped that the visit programme will include as many of the show's key elements as possible.

The Earl of Essex, born in 1964, is the youngest child of The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, and is a full-time working member of the Royal Family.

His work has a particular focus on the development of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, from which he has taken over many responsibilities from his father.

He also works on behalf of a number of charities and organisations, particularly those connected with providing opportunities for young people.

Christopher Riddle, Royal Cornwall Show secretary, said the show would no doubt give His Royal Highness another memorable day and a warm Cornish welcome.

He said: “We are very pleased that the Earl of Wessex will be coming to the show. I am sure he’ll enjoy touring our showcase of the best that Cornwall and the region has to offer, and in particular, our local agriculture and food industry.

“It is with great pride that the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association receives such frequent and interested support from the whole Royal Family, with of course His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales as our patron.”

The Royal Cornwall Show runs from June 8 to 10, and anyone who may want more information should visit royalcornwall.co.uk.

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