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Princess Kate Marks 44th Birthday With Low‑Key Lunch in Berkshire

The intimate outing followed the palace release of her final Mother Nature film reflecting on recovery.

Overview

  • The Funghi Club in Hungerford confirmed the Princess of Wales dined there on Jan. 9 with her mother, Carole Middleton, and sister, Pippa Matthews.
  • Staff praised her as "utterly charming, gracious and radiant" and said the bistro shared no photos out of respect for privacy.
  • Kensington Palace released the Winter installment of her year‑long Mother Nature series on her birthday, featuring her narration and themes of healing and gratitude.
  • A day earlier, she joined Prince William at London’s Charing Cross Hospital to thank staff during the busy winter season.
  • She remains in remission and is set to host the England women’s rugby team at Windsor Castle on Jan. 15 as her measured return to public duties continues.