His return Prince William in his royal duties from next Wednesday, announced Kensington Palace. Prince William is returning to duties following the abdominal surgery his wife Kate Middleton underwent about a month ago.

Prince William will tour Windsor Castle before attending a fundraising gala in London on Wednesday night, Kensington Palace announced.

The 42-year-old Princess of Wales is recovering at home after being released from hospital last week.

The prince had taken time off to support his wife and be close to their children while Kate Middleton was in hospital following surgery.

Among his first public appearances will be attending the annual fundraiser for the London Air Ambulance.

This partial return to his duties for Prince William comes as both his wife and his father King Charles – who underwent prostate surgery – recover.