Prince William marked St Piran's Day with a visit to Cornwall, celebrating the county's national day whilst recognising the remarkable community spirit shown in the aftermath of Storm Goretti.
The severe weather system battered the region on January 8, unleashing winds reaching 123 mph alongside heavy rainfall.
Infrastructure across Cornwall suffered significant damage, with approximately 50,000 properties left without electricity and 15,000 losing their water supply.
Thousands of fallen trees blocked both major roads and rural lanes throughout the county.
Prince William marked St Piran's Day with a visit to Cornwall, celebrating the county's national day whilst recognising the remarkable community spirit shown in the aftermath of Storm Goretti.
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Local volunteers joined emergency services in working tirelessly to remove debris, restore vital services and assist vulnerable residents in isolated areas.
The prince's visit took him to Gear Farm Pasty Company, a family-run organic operation that has maintained its certification for more than three decades and sits on land featuring an 18-acre Iron Age hill fort.
The award-winning bakery, renowned for crafting traditional Cornish pasties from ingredients grown on site, found itself cut off during the storm when trees fell across the narrow rural roads leading to the property.
The prince's visit took him to Gear Farm Pasty Company, a family-run organic operation that has maintained its certification for more than three decades and sits on land featuring an 18-acre Iron Age hill fort.
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A recently installed generator proved invaluable, allowing the family to maintain their baking operations and provide support to neighbours who went without essential services for several days.
Prince William met the Webb family alongside other local residents who had collaborated to clear blocked routes and check on those requiring daily care.
During his tour of the bakery, the Prince observed pasty production firsthand and had the opportunity to try his hand at making the iconic Cornish delicacy alongside staff members.
His visit also included a stop at the farm's vegetable stall, where produce is sold directly from the land with no food miles involved.
To commemorate the occasion, Prince William planted a tree in a newly established woodland area on the farm's grounds.
The Gear Farm Pasty Company represents a cherished example of Cornish food culture, combining traditional methods with sustainable farming practices that have defined the operation for over thirty years.
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