Harry's kids spill secret Marmite stories at WellChild awards

Prince Harry and his children took the spotlight at the WellChild Awards on Monday, playfully celebrating everyday British customs in their new home country.

The 42‑year‑old duke, alongside 7‑year‑old Prince Archie and 5‑year‑old Princess Lilibet, shared anecdotes about daily walks and classic snacks while addressing a Hello! magazine audience. Their lighthearted remarks marked the third public outing since the family’s August move from the United States.

The event followed earlier appearances at the Invictus Spirit Gala Dinner & Awards and the launch of the INSPIRE education program. While Meghan Markle, 45, was absent, she has been seen around the Cotswolds and in Oxfordshire, suggesting she is settling into her new surroundings.

Recent security concerns over her personal cell number and the temporary removal of Archie and Lilibet from a prep school have kept the couple in the media spotlight.

## Background & Context

The Sussex family returned to the UK in August after stepping back from royal duties in 2020. Their relocation has been described as an attempt to be closer to King Charles III, .

The first public appearance following their move was at the Invictus Spirit Gala Dinner & Awards, where they also introduced the INSPIRE education program aimed at supporting children with special educational needs.

Meghan Markle’s public presence has been sporadic. She was photographed in the Cotswolds and at the Three Horseshoes near Burford, Oxfordshire, alongside fellow expat Ellen DeGeneres. Her appearance at Soho Farmhouse on September 4 drew media attention, indicating that she is still engaged with local social circles.

Security concerns have affected the family’s routine. An incident involving the leak of her personal cell number to a school WhatsApp group led to the temporary removal of Archie and Lilibet from their prep school.

In a brief update Thursday, Harry confirmed that his children were attending school, reassuring that their education was continuing uninterrupted.

## What Happened at the WellChild Awards

During the interview with Hello! magazine, Harry began by declaring that “Gone for a walk. Lots of walks.

Isn’t that the most British thing?” He then described how Archie and Lilibet have taken to Marmite on crumpets, calling the yeast paste on bread a “big moment.” He added that when they lived in Montecito, California, the children “used to diss [him] for having Marmite in the house.” Now, in the UK, he noted that “that is kind of water under the bridge,” and that his kids “do, very much, like it.”

The duke also poked fun at the less popular beans on toast, saying the dish “didn’t go down very well at all” when introduced years ago. He did not elaborate further on his relocation. When asked about the children’s moods, Harry mentioned that Archie and Lilibet had “the Monday blues” that Sunday before heading to boarding school.

He described their mood as “tricky” and said he pumped them up with stories about the WellChild Awards, which left the children “genuinely fascinated and interested with all sorts of questions.”

## Current Situation and Next Steps

Harry’s latest public appearance was a quiet endorsement of his children’s adjustment to UK life. He reiterated that Archie and Lilibet are in school, after previously confirming this during a Thursday update. No further details about the family’s relocation plans were released.

The couple has already participated in two major events since returning: the Invictus Spirit Gala Dinner & Awards and the launch of the INSPIRE education program. While Meghan Markle remains largely out of the public eye, her occasional sightings suggest she is adapting to the new environment.

The family’s future engagements are expected to focus on charitable work and educational initiatives.

Prince Harry’s playful recounting of British customs at the WellChild Awards offers a glimpse into how the Sussex family is embracing their new homeland while maintaining their royal responsibilities.