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HE'S GOT CHEEK IN SPADES

Brazen builder tries to impress Kate before snapping a selfie… and he pulled the same trick two years ago with Charles

The royal couple were visiting a construction site in Cornwall as part of their tour of the county

THE Duchess of Cambridge proved why she’s one of the world’s most stunning women today as she stepped out in an elegant dress and caught the eye of a group of cheeky builders.

Kate, 34, donned a designer frock by Lela Rose while on a "mini tour" of Cornwall with her husband Prince William, also 34, who didn't look overly impressed with the construction workers' brazen antics.

 Watch out Wills! Builders in Cornwall seem to have taken a shine to the Duchess of Cambridge as the couple tour the county
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Watch out Wills! Builders in Cornwall seem to have taken a shine to the Duchess of Cambridge as the couple tour the countyCredit: PA:Press Association
 The Duke of Cambridge looks a little jealous as his wife catches the eye of a group of men but he manages to put on a brave face
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The Duke of Cambridge looks a little jealous as his wife catches the eye of a group of men but he manages to put on a brave faceCredit: PA:Press Association

The royal couple looked relaxed as they beamed at well-wishers who had waited outside ready to greet them.

And one of the builders saw the moment as the perfect opportunity to snap a quick selfie with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

 Sam Wayne saw the moment as a perfect opportunity to snap a selfie with the royal couple
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Sam Wayne saw the moment as a perfect opportunity to snap a selfie with the royal coupleCredit: Facebook

While another eager admirer even asked William if she could give him a kiss and he duly obliged, agreeing to a hug and photograph, too.

Kate, who was given bouquets of flowers and cards, accessorised her summer dress, which featured three-quarter length sleeves and was cut just below the knee, with nude heels from Monsoon.

She added a bit of interest to the otherwise understated outfit with a metallic box clutch bag and a pair of glitzy diamond earrings.

 Kate waves at well-wishers as she arrives in Cornwall
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Kate waves at well-wishers as she arrives in CornwallCredit: PA:Press Association
 The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge looked in high spirits ahead of their two-day tour
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge looked in high spirits ahead of their two-day tourCredit: PA:Press Association
 Kate donned a dress by US designer Lela Rose
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Kate donned a dress by US designer Lela RoseCredit: Fame Flynet
 She accessorised the look with nude Monsoon heels and a box clutch bag
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She accessorised the look with nude Monsoon heels and a box clutch bagCredit: PA:Press Association

Meanwhile, William looked smart in a grey checked blazer, crisp white shirt and navy trousers.

He appeared to be embracing his growing bald patch by showcasing a trim new hairdo.

 William looked smart in a grey blazer and navy trousers
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William looked smart in a grey blazer and navy trousersCredit: PA:Press Association
 Kate was gifted dozens of beautiful bouquets
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Kate was gifted dozens of beautiful bouquetsCredit: PA:Press Association
 She looked happy and relaxed as she chatted to royal fans
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 She looked happy and relaxed as she chatted to royal fansCredit: Splash News

The pair, who attended the engagement without children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, have a busy few days ahead.

During the tour, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit numerous charities, business and organisations.

 The mum-of-two bends down to chat to a youngster
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The mum-of-two bends down to chat to a youngsterCredit: PA:Press Association
 The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with the Venerable Roger C Bush, Dean of Truro
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with the Venerable Roger C Bush, Dean of TruroCredit: PA:Press Association
 Kate and William speak to Mike Hicks as they visit Truro Cathedral
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Kate and William speak to Mike Hicks as they visit Truro CathedralCredit: PA:Press Association
 The couple took part in the "sign-a-slate" project
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The couple took part in the ";sign-a-slate" projectCredit: Getty Images
 The couple engrave the slate pieces
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The couple engrave the slate piecesCredit: Getty Images

Today began with a visit to Truro Cathedral, followed by a 'sign-a-slate' project in support of the place of worship's £3.2million roof appeal.

The original roof, which was completed c1885- 1908, is now in urgent need of repair to preserve the cathedral for future generations.

 The Duke and Duchess speak to members of Zebs Youth Centre
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The Duke and Duchess speak to members of Zebs Youth CentreCredit: PA:Press Association
 The couple toured the youth centre and watched musicians perform
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The couple toured the youth centre and watched musicians performCredit: PA:Press Association
 Kate beamed at cameras during the music session
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Kate beamed at cameras during the music sessionCredit: PA:Press Association

After a visit to Zebs Youth Centre, where the couple watched musicians perform and chatted to youngster, Kate tried her hand a pouring a pint.

The Duchess stepped behind the bar at Healey's Cornish Cider Farm, a thriving local business that is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

 Kate stepped behind the bar to pour a pint of cider
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Kate stepped behind the bar to pour a pint of ciderCredit: Arthur Edwards
 She visited Healey's Cornish Cider Farm with William
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She visited Healey's Cornish Cider Farm with WilliamCredit: Arthur Edwards
 William sampled the beverage
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William sampled the beverageCredit: Arthur Edwards

She laughed as she poured the beverage before passing it to William to sample.

Kate and William will also visit Newquay's famous Towan beach where children are taught to surf by the Wave Project, an organisation that uses the activity to help reduce anxiety in young people and improve their mental wellbeing.

The pair are staying at Restormel Manor, a 500-year-old nine-bedroom historic house in Lostwithiel, which is owned by the Duchy of Cornwall, an estate held by each successive Prince of Wales.

The Duchy provides Prince Charles with a private income of more than £20million each year.

 Kate and William are visiting Cornwall without their two children
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Kate and William are visiting Cornwall without their two childrenCredit: PA:Press Association
 Posing for a group photo with staff and members of the youth centre
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Posing for a group photo with staff and members of the youth centreCredit: PA:Press Association
 Kate was gifted a posy of pink flowers
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Kate was gifted a posy of pink flowersCredit: PA:Press Association
 The couple spent time chatting with youngsters
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The couple spent time chatting with youngstersCredit: PA:Press Association

The Duke and Duchess will learn about the Duchy's Tregunnel Hill and Nansledan development schemes in Newquay.

On Friday the royal couple will travel to the nearby Isles of Scilly to experience the islands of St Mary's, Tresco and St Martin's and learn more about the industries that operate there and local life and culture from residents.

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