Duchess of Cambridge displays her artistic skills

The Duchess of Cambridge tried out her artistic skills as she added her touch to a giant mural created at the construction site of the new sailing hub being built by Sir Ben Ainslie for his team's bid to win the America's Cup.

As Royal Patron of the 1851 Trust, a charity dedicated to inspiring a new generation to enter sailing and the marine industry, Kate was shown by the four-time Olympic gold medallist how work is progressing on the new centre in Portsmouth, Hampshire.

ITV News' Royal Editor Tim Ewartreports:

She met some of the 72 children from six local schools who along with street artists James Waterfield and My Dog Sighs have created the mural which depicts the skyline from Portsmouth to Ryde, Isle of Wight, with the Solent waters filled with images from maritime history.

Kate added her own addition to the picture by painting a sailor on an image of Sir Ben's yacht in the mural.

The headquarters of Ben Ainslie Racing (BAR), which was granted £7.5 million of Government funding, will initially employ 90 people and act as a focal point for the design, construction and development of the team's boats for the America's Cup as well as provide a visitor centre showcasing the sport.