They made the trip to Lancashire to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee and 20 years of Preston as a city.
Prince Edward and his wife Sophie Rhys-Jones visited Preston Market, meeting with Nick Park at the Wallace and Gromit statue before heading to Avenham and Miller Parks.
Here’s the best of our pictures from our photographer Neil Cross.
1. Royal Visit
Prince Edward meets some youngsters on his visit to the city Photo: Neil Cross
2. Royal Visit
There was sadly no Greggs stop for the Royals on their trip to Preston... Photo: Neil Cross
3. Royal Visit
Prince Edward and Sophie take a closer look at the Wallace and Gromit statue. Photo: Neil Cross
4. Royal Visit
Youngsters welcome the Royal couple to the city Photo: Neil Cross