PRINCESS Kate could return to work as early as next month as she “pulls on her reserves” and ” inner core of steel”, a Royal expert has claimed.
Esteemed royal author Phil Dampier suggested the Princess of Wales‘ upcoming Balmoral trip could mean royal fans see her back in the public eye by autumn.
The expert also told The Sun how Kate is most likely the “stronger of the two characters” when it comes to husband William.
It comes after the royal announced her cancer diagnosis via a video message in March and has since remained largely out of the public arena amid treatment.
Kate has attended two public events since revealing her health battles.
She glowed at Trooping the Colour in June as royal fans erupted into cheer upon her arrival.
And, the Princess was met with a standing ovation at the Wimbledon men’s final the following month.
Mr Dampier said: “It’s very good sign that we’ve seen Kate twice in recent weeks, first of all at Trooping the Colour and then at Wimbledon so clearly she’s a lot better.
“It indicates that she is clearly on the mend, and hopefully she’ll be back in action in a month or so, in the autumn.
“You know we can expect to see her start to gradually, slowly do some public engagements, but, as I said earlier, it will totally depend on the on the medical advice.”
On William and Kate as a couple amid her cancer diagnosis, the royal expert said: “I’m sure William was very shocked when when Kate was first diagnosed with cancer, because anyone of that age to be diagnosed it’s clearly a tremendous shock and a great worry.”
The expert believed the Prince received the shocking news on the day he pulled out of the memorial for the late King Constantine of Greece.
“I think Kate has has got a sort of inner core of steel. She’s quite a sort of steely character, and I think she’s a bit reminds me a little bit of late, Prince Philip,” continued the expert.
“I think she’s got a sort of inner strength and I think she’s very much pulled on those reserves and I think that of the two she’s probably the stronger character, even though she’s the one who’s got the got the illness, in many ways she will be the stronger of the two in getting through it, and mainly, of course, she wants to be strong for her children.
“She wants them to know that she’s going to be okay and I’m sure that’s on her mind, if she’s strong enough to cope with it, then that will spread to William, and indeed to the children.”
‘WELL ON THE WAY TO RECOVERY’
However, there have been reports the royal mum-of-three may miss out on a family holiday with Wills, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis – which could pose cause for concern.
I think if if William does go on holiday with the with the children without Kate, then that shows that obviously she’s still got a fair way to go
Phil Dampier
The family are known to take trips to the Isles of Scilly, in Corwall, and take advantage of privacy offered on secluded beaches – in addition to the royal family Balmoral summer getaway.
But Kate may break tradition this year amid ongoing treatment.
“I think she will go up to Balmoral with William and their children, George, Charlotte and Louis,” said Mr Dampier.
The Balmoral getaway provides the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with King Charles, Queen Camilla and other royals.
It was confirmed Kate would be attending last week, and it will be her longest trip away since her cancer diagnosis.
Balmoral Castle, of all the royals’ properties, was referred to as the Queen’s favourite home where in summer, members of the Royal Family would meet and enjoy various activities together.
Balmoral Castle
BALMORAL Castle is a large estate house in Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, near the village of Crathie.
The vast property is situated 6.2 miles west of Ballater and 6.8 miles east of Braemar.
The estate and castle are privately owned by the Royal Family and are not the property of the Crown.
The existing house on site was found to be too small, so the royals purchased the estate in 1852.
In its place, the construction of the current Balmoral Castle was commissioned.
William Smith of Aberdeen was the architect, although his designs were amended by Prince Albert.
Historic Scotland classified the castle as a category A listed building.
The new castle was completed in 1856, with the old castle demolished shortly thereafter.
Successive Royal Family members added to the Balmoral Estate, and it now covers an area of approximately 50,000 acres.
As well as the main castle, there are 150 other buildings on the estate, including Birkhall, the estate of King Charles, Craigowan Lodge, and several other cottages.
Balmoral is a working estate, including grouse moors, forestry, and farmland, as well as managed herds of deer, Highland cattle, and ponies.
Since 1987, an illustration of the castle has been featured on the reverse side of £100 notes issued by the Royal Bank of Scotland.
The crimson-coloured notes are the largest denomination of banknotes issued by The Royal Bank of Scotland and are still in production.
They range from fishing, hunting, picnicking and barbecuing while getting together with some of the royals which they might haven’t seen in a long time.
The royal expert continued: “But it is slightly worrying, if these reports are true that William is going to take the children, possibly to the Isles of Scilly or to Cornwall, and she might not be able to go.
“That goes to show she’s possibly not completely out of the woods yet, and she’s still undergoing treatment, and she’s very much having to pace herself and rest according to what the doctors tell her to do so.
“I think it’s good news and slightly worrying news. But I’m sure that you know she’s well on the well on the way to recovery and she will do what doctors tell her.”
‘DOWN TO EARTH’
Speaking of previous family holidays, Mr Dampier said: “We’ve seen William and Kate quite often travel economy, and with their children.
“And I think they’re very down to Earth in that sense, and rather in stark contrast to Harry and Meghan, who tend to take private jets at the top of a hat.
“I think if if William does go on holiday with the with the children without Kate, then that shows that obviously she’s still got a fair way to go.
“To be honest, I wasn’t actually expecting to see her this summer, and I was quite surprised that she went to Trooping the Colour.”
Mr Dampier also spoke about Kate’s family and how they provide an excellent support network that aids her recovery.
It comes as reports claimed the Princess “would love” to attend the Paris Olympics, following her recent public appearances.
According to the Express, the Princess of Wales is eager to visit the French capital with her family to watch the sporting action.
Kensington Palace hasn’t confirmed her attendance, with Kate currently undergoing preventative cancer treatment following her diagnosis earlier this year.
Timeline of Kate's health battle & recovery
JAN 16: Kate is admitted to the London Clinic for abdominal surgery
JAN 17: Kensington Palace announce the princess underwent surgery
JAN 18: William spends time at Kate’s bedside
JAN 23: The princess’ hospital stay passes one week
JAN 29: Kate leaves hospital
FEB 27: Prince William pulls out of service last-minute due to ‘personal matter’, sparking wave of unfounded conspiracy theories about Kate’s health
MAR 4: Princess pictured in the car with mum Carole on the Windsor estate
Mar 10: Royal posts a sweet snap of her and the kids for Mother’s Day – then fans started spotting flaws, and massive agencies put out ‘kill notice’ on photo
Mar 11: Kate admits she edited photo, and is snapped in car with William
Mar 16: Royal fans spot the princess at farm shop near Windsor
Mar 17: Onlookers see Kate watching her youngsters playing sport
Mar 18: The Sun exclusively published video of Kate and Wills from two days prior
Mar 22: Kate bravely reveals in an emotional video that she was given a shock cancer diagnosis
April 29: Kate and William mark 13th anniversary releasing unseen wedding photos
June 8: Kate does not attend Colonel’s Review but letter she penned to Irish Guards reveals she said: “I do hope that I am able to represent you all once again very soon”
June 14: Kate attended Trooping the Colour alongside her family
July 14: Kate attended the Wimbledon Men’s Final with Princess Charlotte
