Prince William turns 26

Prince William is celebrating his 26th birthday after an eventful year which saw him earn his RAF wings and rekindle his relationship with Kate Middleton.

The couple separated in April last year but within a few months there were rumours the pair were attempting to get back together.

When a concert in memory of his mother - Diana, Princess of Wales - was held at Wembley in July, Miss Middleton joined him in the royal box, although they did not sit together.

Later that year, they were pictured together for the first time, and over the last six months they have appeared at a number of high-profile events - adding to speculation that the couple are to announce their engagement.

The Prince is an officer in the Household Cavalry's Blues and Royals regiment and at the start of the year spent four months with the RAF and earned their coveted wings.

He is on a two-month attachment with the Royal Navy and is coming to the end of basic training with the service.