The Prince of Wales was hugged by a well-wisher when he stepped onto a Welsh beach to thank young marine conservationists for raising awareness about the important coastline.

William travelled to Colwyn Bay in north Wales to learn about the work of the Marine Conservation Society’s (MCS) Youth Ocean Network who have been publicising the wildlife-rich area to their peers and adults.

The future King spent his day in the region highlighting opportunities and activities for young people, and joined some of them for a game of pool at an organisation called Youth Shedz, providing safe spaces for youngsters at its headquarters in the village of Mochdre.

When he arrived at the seaside town of Colwyn Bay he chatted to dozens waiting on the promenade, was hugged by one woman, and told another wel

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