Sir David is an ambassador for The King's Foundation, encouraging sustainability, farming and agriculture (Image: WPA Pool, Getty Images)

Raised in the distinctly urban surroundings of Leytonstone and Chingford, football legend turned British cultural icon David Beckham has uncovered a passion for rural living at the age of 50.

The Manchester United great reveals that a significant portion of his transformation occurred following a trip to His Majesty the King's Gloucestershire residence at Highgrove.

The former England captain is poised to finally collect his much-anticipated knighthood at Windsor Castle today, though his bond with the Royal Family spans many years.

When David visited Highgrove to talk with the King and present him with a jar of honey from his personal beehive

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