One student, 24-year-old Natasha Gorry, from Wimborne, Dorset, asked for a hug from William who obliged to the cheers and applause of the students nearby before he give her a ‘high-10’ clap of hands.
A student has spoken of her excitement and said she “loved it” after the Prince of Wales gave her a hug during a visit to her college.
Prince William was visiting Bournemouth and Poole College to meet participants in the Homeworks BCP project to provide training for those at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
“He gave me a hug, I love it, (I’m) excited, it’s my first time.
The prince replied: “You’ve got the sun out today, it’s lovely.”.