Prince Harry’s first public appearance confirmed following his return to UK with Meghan Markle
Prince Harry is set to make his first public appearances since moving back to the UK with Meghan Markle and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex returned to Britain late last month (26 August), arriving in Birmingham with Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five, after six years living in California.
The family are understood to be establishing a private home base in the UK while keeping their Montecito property, with Archie and Lilibet now starting the new school year in Britain.
Their recent return marks the first time both children have attended school in the UK.
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The Duke's team has since confirmed his 'September public engagements', with three charity-focused appearances set to take place this month.
Harry will attend the inaugural Invictus Spirit Awards, launch the Invictus education programme INSPIRE and return for the annual WellChild Awards.
The exact dates for the Invictus Spirit Awards and INSPIRE launch have yet to be announced, but Harry is confirmed to attend the WellChild Awards on September 21st.
Invictus Spirit Awards
Harry will attend the first-ever Invictus Spirit Awards, which will celebrate individuals, organisations and communities who 'embody the resilience, service and unconquered spirit at the heart of the international Invictus Movement'.
The awards are inspired by the former Endeavour Awards and are being held in London this September.
Harry, who founded the Invictus Games in 2014, remains closely involved with the organisation ahead of the next Games, which will take place in Birmingham in July 2027.
INSPIRE
Harry will also attend the launch of INSPIRE, an education programme created around the Invictus Games and the stories of its competitors.
The Duke is expected to play pickleball with school pupils and take part in an assembly.
The programme has been designed by teachers for learners from early years through to Key Stage 5, with resources spanning maths, English, STEM, art, performing arts, sport and PSHE education.
WellChild
Harry will also return for one of the biggest fixtures in his annual calendar, the WellChild Awards.
The Duke has been patron of WellChild, the national charity for seriously ill children and their families, since 2007 and has attended the awards 15 times.
He will meet this year's winners, alongside their families, carers and health professionals, and hear about their experiences supporting children with serious and complex health needs.
The appearance comes as Harry begins carving out his public life in Britain again, although his return has already been accompanied by a fresh round of royal-family drama.
Harry and Meghan's royal status
Just days after the couple returned to the UK, the King issued formal guidance through the Lord Chamberlain confirming that Harry and Meghan remain non-working members of the Royal Family.
The letter was sent to senior figures across government and the military, with the Palace saying it was intended 'to help avoid doubt or confusion'.
Harry and Meghan's reps were reportedly 'surprised' by the move, having been given little notice before the details were made public.
The couple, who are waiting to hear whether they will receive taxpayer-funded security, are reported to prefer the term 'public figures' rather than 'private citizens'.
Topics: Prince Harry, Royal Family, UK News, Meghan Markle
Rhiannon Ingle