William wore casual attire, including a grey jumper and Wellington boots, during the visit.

The Walnut Tree Inn in Mere, Wiltshire hosted a surprise working lunch for Prince William, who arrived with a small Duchy of Cornwall delegation and three security officers, and the visit lasted about two hours.

Prince William, the Prince of Wales, visited The Walnut Tree Inn for Duchy of Cornwall business, making a private stop that staff and regulars described as a low-key, positive royal appearance.

Two tables were booked in a private corner; William sat with five Duchy associates while security sat at a separate table, and initial photo requests were declined before he posed with a staff member and regulars.

During the lunch, William ordered the Walnut Tree Burger with fries and lemonade, while his companions chose items including pie and sea bass, with the meal lasting up to two hours.

The pub’s Facebook page later posted photos from the visit; the security team settled the bill and left a substantial tip.

Owner William Friend-James and his twin brother Simon took over the pub about a year ago, and William described the visit as a lovely experience with polite and satisfied guests, praising the food and service.

The visit was arranged about a week in advance and was framed as a meeting nearby, contributing to a sense of a planned, work-related stop.

The pub, located on Duchy of Cornwall land, highlights homemade, locally sourced dishes; the visit was publicly acknowledged on Facebook with positive local reaction.

Locals and regulars responded positively on social media, noting the pub’s suitability for royal visits and the prince’s height in a light-hearted comment.

Staff and security coordinated to manage the private seating arrangement, with the two tables placed for privacy and a later photo opportunity.

The nine-guest booking was made a week in advance under a non-disclosed name, surprising staff when the prince was revealed.