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Duchess of Edinburgh Joins England Hockey Training During Bisham Abbey Visit

The appearance highlighted her sustained, hands-on support for England Hockey.

Overview

  • On January 12 at Bisham Abbey in Marlow, Sophie joined Great Britain’s squads on the pitch and took shots against goalkeeper Miriam Pritchard.
  • She met players from the senior men’s and women’s teams, observed drills, and discussed preparations for the FIH Pro League and World Cup qualification.
  • England Hockey leaders welcomed her ongoing backing, with talks also touching on plans to host the EuroHockey Championships in 2027.
  • Earlier in the week she visited The Lighthouse in Woking as patron, helping volunteers pack ahead of a move to temporary premises at Albion House later this month.
  • The charity said it is partnering with developer JRL Group on a high-street regeneration that will bolster services, while Sophie separately used a Telegraph piece to draw attention to 1,000 days of conflict in Sudan.