Why Prince William declined coffee order during London market visit

13 Mar 2026 • 2:21 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • The Prince and Princess of Wales visited London's Borough Market on Thursday, 12 March, engaging with traders and learning about its sustainability and community efforts.
  • During their visit, the Princess of Wales made a coffee for the Prince, which he declined because it was not decaffeinated.
  • The royal couple also stopped at Southwark Brewing Company, where the Princess poured a pint of beer.
  • They were shown how to serve and top a crumble dessert at Humble Crumble.
  • The visit highlighted the market's long-standing commitment to local produce and community support.

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