Royalty joined local walkers on a rainy trek in the Peak District.

Yesterday (January 27), Her Royal Highness Catherine, The Princess of Wales, joined nature-based mental health charity, Mind Over Mountains, for a supported wellbeing walk on Baslow Edge in the Peak District.

The Princess of Wales braved the rain as she joined in a mental health walk with members of the charity Mind Over Mountains. | Andrew Parsons / Kensington Pala

placeholder image — The Princess of Wales braved the rain as she joined in a mental health walk with members of the charity Mind Over Mountains. | Andrew Parsons / Kensington Pala

During the walk, the Princess - who is a committed advocate for mental wellbeing - chatted with volunteers and past participants from the charity who shared personal stories of how therapeutic outdoor experiences with the charity have helped them overcome mental health challenges.

Lizzy Mills, who led the walk, said: “Guiding the Princess on a walk in the Peak District was a real privilege and wonderful opportunity to highlight the work of Mind Over Mountains. Walking alongside her on Baslow Edge was a great reminder of how time in nature and shared experiences can support mental wellbeing.”

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The day included short, guided mindfulness moments woven into the walk, as the Mind Over Mountains charity promotes the benefits of nature in their sessions to help people gain perspective and think about positive steps ahead.

Founded in 2020, the charity has supported more than 1,000 and has a particular focus on supporting emergency service workers.

Lizzy added: “Walking alongside her on Baslow Edge was a great reminder of how time in nature and shared experiences can support mental wellbeing.”