‘I like to look at the natural forms around me. There are so many beautiful places in the UK that we’re spoilt for choice’
Against the magnificent backdrop of Somerset House, excited cheers from more than 100 cyclists filled the air as Lady Amelia Windsor proudly cut a blue ribbon to launch an epic London to Monaco bike ride.
Taking in seven countries in just eight days, via the soaring snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps and sparkling Italian Lakes, the 620-mile journey was due to end with a champagne finish and a personal welcome at the palace of another royal – Prince Albert of Monaco.
The annual ride, which raised over £100,000 before it had even begun, was in aid of the ocean conservation charity Blue Marine Foundation, for which 28-year-old model Amelia is an