Prince Harry has arrived at the WellChild Awards ceremony to mark the 20th anniversary of the organisation that celebrates the achievements of seriously ill children and those who care for them.
The Duke of Sussex, who is patron of WellChild, has travelled back to the UK to join the awards and deliver a speech at the Monday evening ceremony.
Ahead of his visit, Harry said: “I am always privileged to attend the WellChild Awards and meet the incredible children, families and professionals who inspire us all with their strength and spirit.
"For 20 years these Awards have highlighted the courage of young people living with complex health needs and shone a light on the devoted caregivers – family and professionals - who support them every step of the way.
Prince Harry has arrived at the WellChild Awards ahead of his speech later this evening
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"Their stories remind us of the power of compassion, connection and community," the Duke concluded.
Prince Harry was also deliver an address at tonight's ceremony.
He will be in the UK from Monday to Thursday this week as he carries out multiple engagements.
The Duke was pictured arriving Royal Lancaster Hotel in central London for the ceremony, greeting dignitaries and posing for photographs.
The Duke's entrance was his first public appearance since returning to the UK on Monday
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After the initial meet and greet, Harry proceeded to meet some of the inspirational children present for the ceremony.
The Duke met six-year-old Esmée McGlinchey, recipient of the Inspirational Child 4-6 award, who was in London with her mother, Toni Hynes.
He also met nine-year-old Gwen Foster, who earned the Inspirational Child 7-11 award, with her cousin, Katie Lowe.
Both girls delighted the Duke as he sat and chatted with them.
Harry met with several of the Inspirational Child award recipients
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Football fan Gwen, a supporter of both Wigan Athletic and Brighton Hove & Albion, brought presents for Harry's two children, Archie and Lilibet.
In a touching gesture, the nine-year-old gave Harry customised football shirts, featuring the Sussex children's names.
Moments later, the playful Duke then pantomimed some fencing with balloon swords with Gwen.
The duke received touching gifts for his children, Archie and Lilibet, from one of the children
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Harry also playfully enjoyed some fencing with Gwen, using balloon swords
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Prince Harry has attended the WellChild Awards on fourteen previous occasions.
Later this evening, he will present the Award for Inspirational Child, aged 4-6, and deliver a speech.