Princess Catherine’s Handbag Stolen by Cheeky Toddler in Aberfan

During a recent visit to the Aberfan Memorial Garden, Princess Catherine found herself in an amusing situation when one-year-old Danielle Williams grabbed her designer Mulberry handbag and refused to let go.

While the mother of two approached the waiting crowds, little Daniel was being cradled by his mum, Lucy Williams, who could only look on, mortified as her child snatched the princess's handbag from her grasp.

But Catherine wasn't fazed in the slightest, letting the youngster play with it for several minutes while she spoke with other visitors.

The hilarious moment, captured by onlookers, has since gone viral, with social media users fawning over Catherine's easy-going nature and infectious laugh.

It's not every day that a member of the royal family has their handbag stolen by a toddler after all.

The incident may have left a lasting impression on the Williams family, but Catherine's visit to Aberfan was a poignant one, marking the 55th anniversary of the tragic coal-tip landslide that claimed the lives of 144 people, including 116 children.

The Aberfan Memorial Garden, located on the site of the former Pantgallis Junior School, pays tribute to all those who lost their lives on that fateful day in 1966.

The garden was opened in 1974 by the late Queen Elizabeth II, who also visited the village of Aberfan just eight days after the disaster.

Following in her footsteps, Catherine and her husband, Prince William, met with schoolchildren and survivors at the site, where they laid a floral tribute and tweeted a message in both English and Welsh, honouring the lost lives.

As the royal couple walked through the garden with survivors and local officials, they were shown newspaper clippings from previous royal visits to the area, further emphasising the importance of remembering the tragedy and honouring those who were affected by it.

While the day may have started with a humorous moment, Catherine's visit to Aberfan ultimately served as a touching reminder of the power of empathy and compassion in the face of tragedy.

As the world continues to grapple with its own losses and hardships, may we all take a page from the Princess of Wales' book and approach each other with a little more kindness and humour.