Today (November 8, 2014), the Duke and
Duchess of Cambridge traveled to Wales where they visited the Valero
Pembroke Refinery, a significant employer and part of the local economy
for 50 years. The refinery was officially opened in 1964 by Queen
Elizabeth The Queen Mother.
While William and Kate were there, they viewed a display that chronicles the 50-year history of the refinery. They also met employees, saw the control room and visited with representatives from various community organizations that are supported by the refinery.
While William and Kate were there, they viewed a display that chronicles the 50-year history of the refinery. They also met employees, saw the control room and visited with representatives from various community organizations that are supported by the refinery.
The visit concluded with a performance by the Young Actors Studio that works in partnership with the refinery through the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Upon their departure, William and Kate unveiled a plaque and a painting by a local artist.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visiting the control room of the Valero Pembroke Refinery.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge unveiling a new painting by a local artist.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge unveiling a plaque to commemorate the facility's 50th anniversary.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge posing for a picture with employees of the Valero Pembroke Refinery.
For today's visit to Wales, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a £1,195 "Wool Double Breasted Coat" in Pacific opal blue by Matthew Williamson. At the time of this posting, a few sizes were still available on the designer's website.
The Valero Pembroke Refinery was officially opened in 1964 by Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother.
