The Duchess of Cambridge has been announced as Royal Patron of the 1851 Trust, which aims to inspire and engage a new generation through sailing and the marine industry.

Sir Keith Mills and Olympic gold medallist Sir Ben Ainslie launched the charity to provide young people with education, skills and training. The Duchess commented 'I feel very fortunate to have enjoyed sailing from a young age and I know it is a great way of providing young people with the opportunity to develop skills and confidence. I hope that through the 1851 Trust we can engage and inspire a new generation into sailing along the way'.