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Harriet Sperling bonds with Kate for guidance after Scilly Isles holiday
Harriet Sperling turns to Princess Kate for advice after bonding with future royals during Scilly Isles trip.
In brief
Harriet Sperling turns to Princess Kate for advice after bonding with future royals during Scilly Isles trip. Harriet Sperling, a former NHS nurse, says she seeks guidance from Princess Kate after meeting the future King and Queen during a holiday in the Scilly Isles. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Harriet Sperling's royal bond
Harriet Sperling, a 46-year-old former NHS specialist nurse, married Prince William's nephew Peter Phillips on June 6, 2026.
Scilly Isles holiday connection
Harriet bonded with future King and Queen during a holiday in the Scilly Isles where her daughter Georgina played with royal children.
Princess Kate's guidance
Harriet says she turns to Princess Kate for 'advice and guidance' due to Kate's 'open-hearted' nature.
Secret proposal
Harriet revealed Peter proposed during a 'heatwave' getaway with no family knowing the plan.
Diamond proposal ring
Peter used a diamond sparkler from Pragnell, the royal jewellers that designed Queen Elizabeth's 1946 engagement ring.
Royal wedding details
Harriet and Peter wed at All Saints Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire, with royal guests including the King and Queen.
Royal patronage shift
Harriet quit the NHS to become a patron of Home-Start Cotswolds, a charity supporting families with young children.
First royal meeting
Harriet met Princess Anne for tea at Gatcombe Park after falling in love with the royal over dog walks and home-cooked meals.
Royal fashion debut
Harriet wore a bold £895 red dress with pearl buttons at Royal Ascot after marrying Peter.
Royal family reactions
Harriet's wedding train was held by her daughter Georgina and Peter's children, with former wife Autumn Kelly.
Royal family support
Harriet's mother-in-law, Princess Anne, praised her 'work ethic' and 'tireless attention' to royal patronages.
Royal family bond
Harriet says she feels comfortable asking Princess Kate for advice about anything due to Kate's 'open-hearted' nature.
Royal holiday bonding
Harriet bonded with future King and Queen during a holiday in the Scilly Isles where royal children played together.
Royal proposal details
Peter proposed with a diamond sparkler from Pragnell on July 25, 2025, during a beach holiday.
Royal family connection
Harriet and Peter met through their daughters and mutual friends, bonding while watching children play hockey.
Royal family transition
Harriet quit the NHS to become a patron of Home-Start Cotswolds, a charity supporting families with young children.
What matters most
Harriet Sperling, a former NHS nurse, says she seeks guidance from Princess Kate after meeting the future King and Queen during a holiday in the Scilly Isles.
