Prince William has made his first visit to the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, to attend their St David’s Day parade.

The Prince of Wales addressed troops, at Combermere Barracks in Windsor, for the first time since becoming colonel of the regiment in December.

William was bestowed the title by the King, who previously held the rank before becoming monarch.

As is tradition for the parade, the prince presented leeks, which feature on the cap badge of the regiment, to the officers and guardsmen.

He was joined by his wife, Kate, the Princess of Wales, during today’s parade.

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On Tuesday, the pair took part in an endurance spin class during a visit to an Aberavon leisure centre.

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The royal couple joined gym-goers at the endurance cycling session in South Wales, and were challenged to see who could cycle the furthest in 45 seconds while riding a virtual race in the Italian mountains.

Kate, who was still wearing her high-heeled boots, won the race.

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Away from their race, the pair toured the centre’s sports hall and swimming pool, and met children from the local Tywyn Primary School, who were taking part in various indoor sports.

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