As it is announced that Prince Philip has died at the age of 99, we take a look back at some of the times he paid a visit to the Wakefield district.As it is announced that Prince Philip has died at the age of 99, we take a look back at some of the times he paid a visit to the Wakefield district.
As it is announced that Prince Philip has died at the age of 99, we take a look back at some of the times he paid a visit to the Wakefield district.

Prince Philip: 12 pictures show the times the Duke of Edinburgh visited Wakefield

As it is announced that Prince Philip has died at the age of 99, we take a look back at some of the times he paid a visit to the Wakefield district.
By Holly Gittins
Published 9th Apr 2021, 14:20 BST
Updated 9th Apr 2021, 15:54 BST

Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, passed away peacefully at Windsor Castle this morning, Buckingham Palace has announced. You can see the full statement here.

In 1977, the Duke paid a visit to Nostell Priory, where he was photographed driving a horse and cart through the grounds.

9. 1977

In 1977, the Duke paid a visit to Nostell Priory, where he was photographed driving a horse and cart through the grounds.

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In this historic snap, Prince Philip passes through Horbury and Ossett train station during a visit to the Slazengers factory.

10. 1957

In this historic snap, Prince Philip passes through Horbury and Ossett train station during a visit to the Slazengers factory.

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Leading religious and political figures from across the district attended the service with the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh.

11. March 2005

Leading religious and political figures from across the district attended the service with the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh.

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Before leaving, he was seen pausing to sign the facility's guest book.

12. 2015

Before leaving, he was seen pausing to sign the facility's guest book.

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