The Prince and Princess of Wales were all smiles as they went along the river

Prince William and Catherine took to the Thames as the couple wrapped up on a lifeboat as they highlighted the work done by lifesaving crews.

The Prince and Princess of Wales paid a visit to the lifeboat station of the Royal National Lifeboats Institution (RNLI) Tower, one of four lifeboat stations along the Thames.

The couple whizzed along the river as they journeyed past the Tower of London.

William and Catherine wrapped up in thick yellow jackets, along with life vests and baseball caps.

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The pair met with the station manager, Kevin Maynard, and members of the crew.

The Prince and Princess of Wales heard about how the RNLI provides training and support to their team, as well as all necessary equipment.

William and Catherine spent time with RNLI Lifeguards who will be supporting The University Boat Race between Oxford and Cambridge University, on April 4.

The pair heard RNLI teams work 12-hour shifts and are always ready and available.

The royal couple heard about the work done by the RNLI

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The couple wrapped up in yellow jackets as they whizzed across the Thames

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Their trip came after exploring the Bermondsey Beer Mile in Southwark, extending their morning visit to Borough Market with a tour of the area’s thriving craft beer scene.

This celebrated South London trail stretches approximately two miles and encompasses more than 20 independent breweries, taprooms and bottle shops.

Southwark has served as a brewing heartland for the capital since the 17th century.

The modern craft beer movement along the Beer Mile began in 2009 when The Kernel Brewery set up beneath railway arches close to London Bridge, triggering a wave of artisan brewing ventures in the neighbourhood.

Their visit came after exploring the Bermondsey Beer Mile in Southwark

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The royal couple made Southwark Brewing Company their first stop on the Beer Mile.

Peter Jackson established the brewery in 2014, making it among the original five craft producers to open along the route.

The business grew from humble beginnings as a homebrew kit in Jackson’s garage into a fully operational brewery featuring a 10-barrel system and a handcrafted taproom.

A dedicated team has since joined the operation, bringing their own expertise and character to the enterprise.

The royal couple made Southwark Brewing Company their first stop on the Beer Mile

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Southwark Brewing continues to prioritise quality production and dependable service, supplying both the pub trade and welcoming visitors to their Bermondsey taproom.

The royal couple subsequently made their way to Fabal Beerhall, the newest enterprise from Hiver Beers.

Hannah Rhodes founded the London-based craft beer company, which operates as an independent, female-owned business.

Hiver distinguishes itself through a commitment to exclusively British ingredients, with raw honey sourced from independent UK beekeepers forming the cornerstone of its brewing approach.