Prince William will share his favourite memories, songs and life moments in a new podcast while taking a walk through the English countryside to promote mental wellbeing. The Duke of Cambridge has recorded a special episode of Time to Walk, to encourage people to take some time out and walk for their mental health over the Christmas period. Time to Walk is an audio walking experience from Apple Fitness +, designed to encourage people to walk more often for the benefit of their mental and physical health. In each episode, special guests are invited to walk in a location that is meaningful to them, while sharing their reflections on lessons learned, important memories and life experiences, through stories, photos and songs. ( Image: Getty Images) Prince William’s walk takes him through his family’s Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, where his family will once again this year join the Queen and rest of the royal family for Christmas. Starting at Sandringham House, William …
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