The Duke of Cambridge, who inherits £10 million when he turns 30 on Thursday, is said to be assisting the Middletons with the purchase. “William regards them as family and is always keen to help, in any way he can,” says one of the Prince’s friends. u00a0William is said to understand that the couple are buying a new property to give him and Kate more privacy when they make their regular visits.u00a0

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St James’s Palace did not deny that the future king may be contributing financially to the Middletons’ house purchase. u00a0A spokesman described the claim as “speculative”, saying, “It simply isn’t something we could comment on.” The spokesman said the Middletons are not, though, buying the property on behalf of the Duke and Duchess. u00a0

Getting back to nature: Kate was at ease building campfires and tents with children yesterday as part of her visit to Expanding Horizons primary school scheme at the Wide horizons Margaret McMillan House in Wrotham, Kent with children from ARK’s King Solomon Academy Primary in London. The youngsters are on a weekend visit to the countryside, staying at a youth camp designed to develop their confidence and skills. Pics/Getty Images