The Princess of Wales likes to take a hands-on approach to her early childhood campaign - and today she proved she is ready for action as she arrived at Maidenhead Rugby Club in her sports gear and got stuck into drills.

Kate, 41, took a graceful pass from ex-England star Danny Care, looking athletic in a turquoise England rugby T-shirt, navy joggers from Sweaty Betty and brilliant white Lululemon trainers.

She was visiting the club as part of her work on her early years crusade, with new data showing an increased awareness of early years development since she became an advocate of the cause.