Prince William visited the OnSide Youth Zone in Hammersmith and Fulham on March 14th 2024 to inaugurate its new facilities aimed at supporting local youth.
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The charity, named WEST (‘Where Everyone Sticks Together’), offers a range of programs and resources to support young people in the area.
During his visit, Prince William participated in activities such as basketball and pool with the children, and interacted with them.
What a brilliant place @OnSideYZ's WEST is!
This new Youth Zone for 8-19 year olds across Hammersmith and Fulham provides incredible facilities and is supported by fantastic youth workers. It's sure to become a vital resource at the heart of this community. pic.twitter.com/b2YjWSZC4y
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) March 14, 2024
He was accompanied by Kevin McGrath, Deputy Lieutenant for the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
The WEST Zone is scheduled to welcome young people starting from 21st April in White City.
Its facilities will include indoor sports amenities along with a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) designed for basketball, trampolining, cricket, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, and five-a-side football.
After this visit, Prince William will join his brother, Prince Harry, in a separate engagement honouring their late mother, Princess Diana, at the Diana Legacy Award ceremony today.