The Royal (welly wanging) Tournament: Kate, William and Harry have a fit of the giggles as they join in the fun during charity visit 

  • Kate, 33, looked resplendent in a £375 Meg Space dress by her designer friend, Tabitha Webb
  • Royal trio were at BAFTA in London's Piccadilly with children from several of the charities they support 
  • Enjoyed premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas
  • Royals joined children involved in a Shaun the Sheep-themed model making workshop and craft activities session
  • Took part in a 'welly wanging' competition - Kate admitted her efforts were woeful but William raised hands in victory
  • Later on Monday, William, Kate and Harry will attend another world film premiere - Spectre
  • See more of the latest style news and updates on the Duchess of Cambridge

By Rebecca English for MailOnline

Published: 06:55 EST, 26 October 2015 | Updated: 18:09 EST, 26 October 2015

Despite a busy few days last week, which included hosting the Chinese President and making a trip to Dundee, the Duchess of Cambridge showed no signs of fatigue as she returned to work on Monday.

The mother-of-two took her inspiration from the stars in a £375 eye-catching blue print dress by Tabitha Webb as she joined Princes William and Harry at BAFTA in London's Piccadilly - and even tried her hand at welly wanging, which involves throwing a wellington boot as far as possible.

The trio joined children from the charities they support to enjoy the premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas, take part in a Shaun the Sheep-themed model making workshop and craft activities session.

It was a fun and fabulously chaotic affair, which saw the VIP guests take part in a 'welly wanging' competition - Kate admitted her efforts were woeful but William raised his hands in victory - and try their hand at making model Shaun the Sheep. 

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The Duchess of Cambridge joined Princes William and Harry at BAFTA in London's Piccadilly - and even tried her hand at welly wanging, which involves throwing a wellington boot as far as possible

The Duchess of Cambridge joined Princes William and Harry at BAFTA in London's Piccadilly - and even tried her hand at welly wanging, which involves throwing a wellington boot as far as possible

The trio joined children from several of the charities they support to enjoy the premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas and were left in stitches by each other's efforts

The trio joined children from several of the charities they support to enjoy the premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas and were left in stitches by each other's efforts

It was a fun and fabulously chaotic affair, which saw the VIP guests take part in a 'welly wanging' competition - Kate admitted her efforts were woeful but William raised his hands in victory - and try their hand at making model Shaun the Sheep

It was a fun and fabulously chaotic affair, which saw the VIP guests take part in a 'welly wanging' competition - Kate admitted her efforts were woeful but William raised his hands in victory - and try their hand at making model Shaun the Sheep

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Sporty Harry was the first to try his hand at the old fashioned British sport of welly wanging, having been invited to throw a childrens' boot at a model of the farmer from the Shaun the Sheep movie and knock its head off.

He clearly took the challenge seriously and loudly groaned when he missed. The prince was offered another go but insisted on standing in line behind the waiting children again.

William joined him a few minutes' later and engaged in some brotherly ribbing. Unfortunately for Harry, he struck bullseye on his first go and raised his hands and shouted in victory.

Last up was the Duchess who, on her first go, gave a rather ladylike underarm throw, which fell woefully short.

Her next two throws weren't much better and she walked away groaning, throwing her hands in the air in frustration.

Aardman's Gareth Howells said there was 'a bit of knack to it', but added jokingly of William's direct hit: 'I think it was just a fluke.'  

Today's events are part of a creative industries-themed event by the royals' Charities Forum, a collection of more than 30 organisations of which William, Kate and Harry are patrons or work closely with. It aims to bring their individual charitable interests together and to explore how they could best lend their support to them all in an effective and efficient way. 

Last up was the Duchess who, on her first go, gave a rather ladylike underarm throw, which fell woefully short. Her next two throws weren't much better and she walked away groaning, throwing her hands in the air in frustration

Last up was the Duchess who, on her first go, gave a rather ladylike underarm throw, which fell woefully short. Her next two throws weren't much better and she walked away groaning, throwing her hands in the air in frustration

Sporty Harry was the first to try his hand at the old fashioned British sport of welly wanging, and clearly took the challenge seriously and loudly groaned when he missed. The prince was offered another go but insisted on standing in line behind the waiting children again

Sporty Harry was the first to try his hand at the old fashioned British sport of welly wanging, and clearly took the challenge seriously and loudly groaned when he missed. The prince was offered another go but insisted on standing in line behind the waiting children again

Whilst Kate admitted her efforts were woeful, Prince William raised his hands in victory at his welly wanging attempt 

Whilst Kate admitted her efforts were woeful, Prince William raised his hands in victory at his welly wanging attempt 

Kate, wearing a £375 Tabitha Webb 'Space' dress, was invited up on stage where she gamely joined a group of schoolchildren who were making their own clip with the animators from Shaun's makers, Aardman

Kate, wearing a £375 Tabitha Webb 'Space' dress, was invited up on stage where she gamely joined a group of schoolchildren who were making their own clip with the animators from Shaun's makers, Aardman

After the audience shouted 'action', Kate, accompanied by one young schoolgirl, did a comedic slow walk and pretended to shut a suitcase into which several other children had pretended to get into earlier

After the audience shouted 'action', Kate, accompanied by one young schoolgirl, did a comedic slow walk and pretended to shut a suitcase into which several other children had pretended to get into earlier

The Duchess of Cambridge proved to be a hit as she was showered with hugs from children during the visit

The Duchess of Cambridge proved to be a hit as she was showered with hugs from children during the visit

Prince Harry takes part in welly wanging, with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations, during a meeting of the Charities Forum
William joined him a few minutes' later and engaged in some brotherly ribbing. Unfortunately for Harry, he struck bullseye on his first go and raised his hands and shouted in victory, right

Prince Harry takes part in welly wanging, with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations, during a meeting of the Charities Forum, left. William joined him a few minutes' later and engaged in some brotherly ribbing. Unfortunately for Harry, he struck bullseye on his first go and raised his hands and shouted in victory, right

Mother-of-two Kate proved she's a good sport as she got involved in some welly wanging at the event 

Mother-of-two Kate proved she's a good sport as she got involved in some welly wanging at the event 

The Duke of Cambridge was feeling a little sheepish as he posed for photographs with a Shaun the Sheep hat with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations

The Duke of Cambridge was feeling a little sheepish as he posed for photographs with a Shaun the Sheep hat with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations

Prince Harry speaks with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations during the meeting

Prince Harry speaks with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations during the meeting

Prince Harry poses for photographs with children and representatives at the Charities Forum at BAFTA

Prince Harry poses for photographs with children and representatives at the Charities Forum at BAFTA

The Duchess was in high spirits as she showed her sense of fun by getting involved with the children's activities 

The Duchess was in high spirits as she showed her sense of fun by getting involved with the children's activities 

Kate, wearing a £375 Tabitha Webb 'Space' dress, was invited up on stage where she gamely joined a group of schoolchildren who were making their own clip with the animators from Shaun's makers, Aardman.

After the audience shouted 'action', Kate, accompanied by one young schoolgirl, did a comedic slow walk and pretended to shut a suitcase into which several other children had pretended to get into earlier.

William couldn't resist heckling his wife, prompting brother Harry to laugh loudly. But the Duchess didn't put a foot wrong and was roundly applauded for her efforts as she walked off the stage laughing.

Before they left the three royals went back onto the stage where they were each presented with a model scene made by some youngsters.

'Ah, that's lovely,' said Kate. William appeared equally chuffed, remarking: 'That's amazing. How long did the sheep take you to make? Very impressive. They are grazing away very happily.'

Harry added: 'I know exactly where I am going to put this.'

The Royal group then joined children involved in a Shaun the Sheep-themed model making workshop and craft activities session.

Kate, who studied history of art at St Andrew's, didn't appear entirely sure about her efforts but praised some of the youngsters from her charities, The Art Room and EACH.

'Is that OK?,' she asked them. 'It's at a funny angle. Do you do lots of creative things?'

Bearded Harry pulled a series of comedic faces as he made his rather 'impressive' offering.

'As Mondays go this is quite a new one for me,' he said. He seemed rather dubious about his sheep but Aardman model maker Will Harding said he was being rather modest. 'I actually think he did pretty good,' he said. 

Senior model maker with Aardman, Jim Parkyn, sat next to Kate when she made her model Shaun the Sheep.

He said: 'She was great. She was really engaged with the children and really interested in what they were doing.

'She added a bit of extra kind of fleecy texture to her sheep and wanted to show it off to the rest of us. There's a bit of competition from her and William.

'I think he finished before her but she put a bit of time and effort into what she was doing and I think the results showed.' 

The Duchess of Cambridge giggles as she joins children taking part in a Shaun The Sheep themed craft workshop

The Duchess of Cambridge giggles as she joins children taking part in a Shaun The Sheep themed craft workshop

The Duke of Cambridge gets into the spirit of things by donned a Shaun The Sheep hat

The Duke of Cambridge gets into the spirit of things by donned a Shaun The Sheep hat

Kate was in stitches as she joined the Duke of Cambridge, right, and Prince Harry during a meeting of the Charities Forum at BAFTA

Kate was in stitches as she joined the Duke of Cambridge, right, and Prince Harry during a meeting of the Charities Forum at BAFTA

The Duchess of Cambridge makes a model of animated character Shaun the Sheep, with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations, whist Prince William shares a laugh with a child in the background 

The Duchess of Cambridge makes a model of animated character Shaun the Sheep, with children and representatives from charities and Aardman Animations, whist Prince William shares a laugh with a child in the background 

Kate appeared to be enjoying herself as she made a model of animated character Shaun the Sheep 

Kate appeared to be enjoying herself as she made a model of animated character Shaun the Sheep 

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry enjoy a screening of the new 30-minute Shaun The Sheep production made by Aardman Animations, called The Farmer's Llamas! at Bafta's headquarters in London

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry enjoy a screening of the new 30-minute Shaun The Sheep production made by Aardman Animations, called The Farmer's Llamas! at Bafta's headquarters in London

Today's premiere was part of a creative industries-themed event by the royals' Charities Forum, a collection of more than 30 organisations of which William, Kate and Harry are patrons or work closely with

Today's premiere was part of a creative industries-themed event by the royals' Charities Forum, a collection of more than 30 organisations of which William, Kate and Harry are patrons or work closely with

The Duchess of Cambridge, 33, looked chic in a dress by Tabitha Webb as she joined Princes William and Harry at BAFTA in London’s Piccadilly with children from several of the charities they support to enjoy the premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas

The Duchess of Cambridge, 33, looked chic in a dress by Tabitha Webb as she joined Princes William and Harry at BAFTA in London's Piccadilly with children from several of the charities they support to enjoy the premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas

The trio joined children from several of the charities they support to enjoy the premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas
Today Kate opted for a design with three quarter length sleeves, a fitted top and A line skirt that falls below the knee. On the brand's website, the dress' description reads: 'The side panels are ideal for slimming the waist and adding a touch of edge to a classic design. It is the perfect all in one outfit for any occasion'

The trio joined children from several of the charities they support to enjoy the premiere of the new film by British animators Aardman, Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer's Llamas

David Sproxton, co-founder of Aardman, said afterwards that he thought the young royals' championing of the British film industry as 'marvellous'.

He said Harry had revealed that his father, Prince Charles, was, surprisingly, a great fan of one of their other feature films, Chicken Run.

'We are trying to make fun family films that tell a wholesome story and have a heart,' he said.

He said the shooting of their latest half hour offering had taken more than six months and that on average an animator could be expected to produce just three seconds of footage a day, with each tiny gesture painstakingly replicated on handmade models and shot.

The new half-hour special will be shown on BBC One at Christmas and begins when Shaun the Sheep persuades his unwitting owner to buy a trio of mischievous llamas - Hector, Fernando and Raul – at a country fair auction.

Back at Mossy Bottom Farm, Shaun's prank backfires on him when the crafty llamas get rather too comfortable and he is forced to take action to oust the intruders and save his home.

Today's premiere was part of a creative industries-themed event by the royals' Charities Forum, a collection of more than 30 organisations of which William, Kate and Harry are patrons or work closely with.

It aims to bring their individual charitable interests together and to explore how they could best lend their support to them all in an effective and efficient way.

David Sproxton, co-founder of Aardman, said afterwards that he thought the young royals' championing of the British film industry as 'marvellous'

David Sproxton, co-founder of Aardman, said afterwards that he thought the young royals' championing of the British film industry as 'marvellous'

The Duke of Cambridge joins children taking part in a Shaun The Sheep themed craft workshop

The Duke of Cambridge joins children taking part in a Shaun The Sheep themed craft workshop

Art therapists from a number of the organisations involved in the Forum were invited to join the Aardman workshops.

It is also hoped the activities will offer an insight into BAFTA's ongoing 'BAFTA Kids' programme that shares expertise and creative excellence with young people.

Prince William has been president of BAFTA since February 2010 and during a working trip to China earlier this year helped to publicise Aardman's work, including Shaun the Sheep's first big screen outing.

The event concluded with an informal meeting of The Charities Forum, which gathers biannually, when the charities involved will update their royal patrons on their recent activities and projects.

Kate's choice of a Tabitha Webb dress is fitting; the designer has long been a close friend of both Kate and Pippa, who recently joined forces with Tabitha to create a two-piece limited edition collection to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation. The sloaney label is also loved by Kim Murray, who often wears it to support husband Andy at his various tennis tournaments.

Today Kate opted for the Meg Space design with three quarter length sleeves, a fitted top and A line skirt that falls below the knee. On the brand's website, the dress' description reads: 'The side panels are ideal for slimming the waist and adding a touch of edge to a classic design. It is the perfect all in one outfit for any occasion.' 

The Duchess of Cambridge was joined by Princes William and Harry at the event in London's Piccadilly on Monday 

The Duchess of Cambridge was joined by Princes William and Harry at the event in London's Piccadilly on Monday 

The Duchess of Cambridge took her inspiration from the stars in a £375 eye-catching blue print dress by Tabitha Webb, which she teamed with simple black heels and clutch 

The Duchess of Cambridge took her inspiration from the stars in a £375 eye-catching blue print dress by Tabitha Webb, which she teamed with simple black heels and clutch 

Today Kate opted for the Meg Space design with three quarter length sleeves, a fitted top and A line skirt that falls below the knee
The showing is part of a creative industries-themed event by the royals’ Charities Forum, a collection of more than 30 organisations of which William, Kate and Harry are patrons or work closely with

Today Kate opted for the Meg Space design with three quarter length sleeves, a fitted top and A line skirt that falls below the knee

Despite a busy few days last week, which included hosting the Chinese President and making a trip to Dundee, the Duchess of Cambridge showed no signs of fatigue as she returned to work on Monday
The Duchess of Cambridge arrives with her husband the Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry at BAFTA

Despite a busy few days last week, which included hosting the Chinese President and making a trip to Dundee, the Duchess of Cambridge showed no signs of fatigue as she returned to work on Monday

The trio joined children from the charities they support at a creative industries-themed Charities Forum event, hosted by BAFTA and Aardman

The trio joined children from the charities they support at a creative industries-themed Charities Forum event, hosted by BAFTA and Aardman

Their Royal Highnesses left the cinema to join children involved in a Shaun the Sheep themed model making workshop and craft activities session

Their Royal Highnesses left the cinema to join children involved in a Shaun the Sheep themed model making workshop and craft activities session

Prince William places his arm protectively around his wife as they leave the event with Prince Harry in tow  

Prince William places his arm protectively around his wife as they leave the event with Prince Harry in tow  

Prince William, who followed his wife and brother inside, has been president of BAFTA since February 2010 and during a working trip to China earlier this year helped to publicise Aardman's work, including Shaun the Sheep's first big screen outing

Prince William, who followed his wife and brother inside, has been president of BAFTA since February 2010 and during a working trip to China earlier this year helped to publicise Aardman's work, including Shaun the Sheep's first big screen outing

The royal couple have had a busy few days after helping welcome the Chinese president to England 

The royal couple have had a busy few days after helping welcome the Chinese president to England 

The day aims to offer an insight into BAFTA's ongoing BAFTA Kids programme that shares expertise and creative excellence with young people

The day aims to offer an insight into BAFTA's ongoing BAFTA Kids programme that shares expertise and creative excellence with young people

The Duchess was joined by brother-in-law, Prince Harry, who is still sporting a rugged beard, for the event
Prince Harry looked dapper in a suit as he arrives with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Duchess was joined by brother-in-law, Prince Harry, who is still sporting a rugged beard, for the event

Kate looked radiant and wore her hair in its signature bouncy blow-dry as she prepared to set off on a full day of engagements
Kate, 33, showcased her recently cut fringe for the outing

Kate looked radiant and wore her hair in its signature bouncy blow-dry as she prepared to set off on a full day of engagements 

Princes William and Harry both looked dapper in suits for the occasion
The pair will meet art therapists from a number of the organisations involved in the Forum

Princes William and Harry both looked dapper in suits for the occasion. The pair will meet art therapists from a number of the organisations involved in the Forum

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, along with Prince Harry, are greeted by excited fans as they arrive at the BAFTA's office on Piccadilly for the film premiere of Shaun the Sheep 

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, along with Prince Harry, are greeted by excited fans as they arrive at the BAFTA's office on Piccadilly for the film premiere of Shaun the Sheep 

The event will conclude with an informal meeting of The Charities Forum, which gathers biannually, when the charities involved will update their royal patrons on their recent activities and projects

The event will conclude with an informal meeting of The Charities Forum, which gathers biannually, when the charities involved will update their royal patrons on their recent activities and projects

After the screening at BAFTA's in-house theatre, the royal party will join children involved in a Shaun the Sheep-themed model making workshop and craft activities session

After the screening at BAFTA's in-house theatre, the royal party will join children involved in a Shaun the Sheep-themed model making workshop and craft activities session

Prince Harry is still sporting his rugged ginger beard and has been keeping busy working as an ambassador for the Rugby World Cup over the past few weeks
The royals will also meet trustees and beneficiaries of the CTBF as well as representatives from their own nominated charities

Prince Harry is still sporting his rugged ginger beard and has been keeping busy working as an ambassador for the Rugby World Cup over the past few weeks 

Kate's choice of Tabitha Webb is fitting; the designer has long been a close friend of both Kate and Pippa, who recently joined forces with Tabitha to create a two-piece limited edition collection to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation
The sloaney label is also loved by Kim Murray, who often wears it to support husband Andy at his various tennis tournaments

Kate's choice of Tabitha Webb is fitting; the designer has long been a close friend of both Kate and Pippa, who recently joined forces with Tabitha to create a two-piece limited edition collection to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation

Later today William, Kate and Harry will attend another world film premiere – Spectre, the latest offering in the hugely successful Bond franchise.

The glamorous black tie CTBF Royal Film Performance is held annually in aid of the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund, the charity for the UK Film, cinema and commercial television industries, dedicated to providing support for those working behind the scenes in times of hardship.

Spectre will be the third Bond film chosen as a Royal Film Performance since its inception in 1946.

The royal trio were invited to nominate two further charities to benefit from tonight's performance and chose Shelterbox, which helped with the emergency response following the recent Nepal earthquake, and Save The Children for its work with families fleeing the conflicts in Syria and Iraq and managing the Ebola crisis in West Africa.

Before the performance at the Royal Albert Hall, just a stone's throw from their residences at Kensington Palace, William, Kate and Harry will meet the stars of the film, notably Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, Lea Seydoux, Ben Wishaw, Naomie Harris, David Bautista, Monica Bellucci – at 50, widely billed as the oldest ever Bond Girl – Andrew Scott and Ralph Fiennes.

The cast will be joined by director Sam Mendes and producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.

The royals will also meet trustees and beneficiaries of the CTBF as well as representatives from their own nominated charities. 

Kate and William have had a busy few days. They hosted Chinese president Xi Jinping and his glamorous wife Peng Liyuan and then journeyed to Dundee on Friday.

Resplendent in a bespoke blue coat by Scottish designer, Christopher Kane, and Aquatalia suede knee length boots from Russell & Bromley, Kate joined Prince William to highlight mental health issues affecting young people on their first official visit to Dundee on Friday.

The visit focused on the mental wellbeing of youngsters, which is a major priority for William and Kate, both 33, who are known as The Earl and Countess of Strathearn in Scotland. 

Resplendent in a bespoke blue coat by Scottish designer, Christopher Kane, and Aquatalia suede knee length boots from Russell & Bromley, Kate joined Prince William to highlight mental health issues affecting young people on their first official visit to Dundee on Friday

Resplendent in a bespoke blue coat by Scottish designer, Christopher Kane, and Aquatalia suede knee length boots from Russell & Bromley, Kate joined Prince William to highlight mental health issues affecting young people on their first official visit to Dundee on Friday

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who are also known as the Earl and Countess of Strathearn in Scotland, boarded the original Royal Research Ship Discovery as part of their visit to Dundee in Scotland

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who are also known as the Earl and Countess of Strathearn in Scotland, boarded the original Royal Research Ship Discovery as part of their visit to Dundee in Scotland

The royal couple also helped welcome Chinese President, Xi Jinping, and his wife, Peng Liyua, to London last week. Here, the foursome are pictured at Lancaster House 

The royal couple also helped welcome Chinese President, Xi Jinping, and his wife, Peng Liyua, to London last week. Here, the foursome are pictured at Lancaster House 

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