The Duchess of Cornwall supports her husband The Prince of Wales in his work and role as Heir to The Throne, in addition to being Patron or President of a number of her own charities and organisations.
The Duchess has a wide range of interests which include the performing arts, gardening and riding. She also owns both horses and dogs.
The Duchess of Cornwall is the daughter of Major Bruce Middleton Hope Shand and the Hon Rosalind Maud Shand (nee Cubitt).