Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returned to Nottingham, where they made their royal debut in 2017. Here's how the visits compare.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited Nottingham, England, in October 2026.

Darren Staples / AFP via Getty Images Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made their first joint appearance since moving back to the UK.

They visited Nottingham, where they attended their first royal engagement as a couple in 2017.

Photos show how the two visits compare, including a subtle fashion nod from Meghan.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle might not work for the monarchy, but their latest public appearance was certainly reminiscent of their royal heyday.

On Thursday, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex made their first joint appearance since moving back to the UK with their children in September.

The couple headed to Nottingham, which holds special significance for the duke and duchess.

They made their debut as a royal couple there in December 2017 after they got engaged, attending the Terrence Higgins Trust World AIDS Day charity fair.

For their 2026 visit, they spent the day visiting multiple charities, including the Himmah Hub, the organization Meghan collaborated with on her 2018 charity cookbook when she was a working royal.

It's been nearly a decade since their royal debut, and although Harry and Meghan stepped back as senior royals , their 2026 appearance looked remarkably similar to their 2017 visit.

Take a look at photos from both Nottingham appearances to see the similarities and differences.

At their first royal engagement in December 2017, Harry and Meghan wore coordinating ensembles.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Nottingham, England, in December 2017.

Samir Hussein/Samir Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images For their first appearance after their engagement, Harry and Meghan both walked the streets of Nottingham in navy coats for a matching moment.