The Duchess of Cambridge was in her element as she got her hands dirty with a Scouts Group during a visit to Glasgow today. Kate Middleton was joined by her husband Prince William as the royal couple, both 39, visited Alexandra Park Sports Hub in Dennistoun to meet with Scouts and learn more about the group's’ #PromiseToThePlanet campaign. 

The event marks the first engagement for the couple since they arrived in the Scottish city for the COP26 conference which has brought world leaders together to discuss urgent action on climate change. 

Kate dressed down in black jeans, a black polo neck a khaki green gilet, her favorite pair of See by Chloe boots and a Scouts woggle to meet Cub and Beaver Scouts this afternoon. 

The Duchess has previously volunteered with the Scouts on Angelsey and was a Brownie growing up. Pictured: Kate wearing a yellow sweatshirt, khaki skirt and yellow necktie as she joined the Brownies in September 1990 at St Peter's Church Hall.

The Duchess appeared in good spirits during the outdoor engagement as she beamed and threw dirt as part of a 'wild flower bombing' re-planting activity where they joined the children to throw soil packed with seeds onto a grassy bank. 

Kate was named joint president of the Scouts last year.

Kate is sharing the position – her first presidency of an organization – with the Queen's cousin, the Duke of Kent, who has been president of the youth movement since 1975. 

One of their hosts was 12-year-old Lewis Howe, who is among the 26 #OneStepGreener Ambassadors recently announced by the UK Government – extraordinary, everyday people who are going above and beyond for the climate.

Through Scouting, Lewis is taking positive action on the issues that matter to him the most and challenging all Scottish schools to reduce food waste by using surplus food to create meals for those in need using environmentally friendly packaging. 

The Duke and Duchess went on to take part in activities that demonstrate how Scouting is helping to equip young people with the skills to tackle climate change. 

They also learned how millions of Scouts across the globe have been contributing to the #PromiseToThePlanet campaign, raising awareness of the consequences of climate change, and encouraging individual and collective action to address it. 

A close up of The Duchess of Cambridge's hands – and her sparkling engagement ring –  as she washes up after moulding seed bombs during her visit to celebrate the Scouts.

Elsewhere, Prince William could be seen peering closely at a bike workshop during his outing in Glasgow.

Meanwhile Kate appeared in high spirits as she leant down to speak with Scouts who were serving up food and practicing their cooking skills.

All eyes were on the sporting couple who were happy to participate and get their hands dirty.  

The couple were also seen joking with one another as they arrived for their first official COP26 engagment.

At one stage, the mother-of-three could be seen happily looking on at her husband as he spoke. 

Much to Kate's delight, both royals received special woggles as part of their visit. 

Despite the earthy event, the Duchess still looked as glamorous as ever.  

She could be seen carrying a biscuit snack during one stage of the engagement and happily waving to Scouts who had gathered to meet her. 

Surrounded by Scouts of all ages and their parents, the Duchess appeared genuinely happy to participate. 

Kate went maskless for most of the day, but did put the PPE on at some points when the day required her to be close to other adults.

Prince William appeared particularly impressed by one young Scout's collection of badges, and  could be seen gesturing to several.

The Duke and Duchess are in Glasgow representing the crown alongside Camilla and Prince Charles. 

Earlier today, The Duke of Cambridge tweeted: 'COP26 is a landmark moment for the future of our planet — I'm proud that our @EarthshotPrize Finalists will be joining me in Glasgow to show the world that there is reason to be optimistic'. 

Prince Charles used his COP26 address to demand a 'military-style campaign' to mobilize trillions of dollars of private sector cash to 'save our precious planet'. The Duke of Cornwall said the pandemic had taught the world 'timelines can be sped up dramatically' when everyone 'agrees on the urgency and the direction'.

The future king said top CEOs and businesses he had spoken to confirmed they were ready to do their part to protect the globe from climate change. The Prince was pictured speaking to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his girlfriend Lauren Sanchez about climate change at Dumfries House last night. Charles's passionate plea for action came as he addressed world leaders at the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow today.

The Royal took to the stage after an emotive video showing the devastation humans had done to the planet. On his way up the steps Charles, 72, stumbled but managed to regain his stride before delivering his speech.

Meanwhile The Queen was out driving close to Windsor Castle today as she takes a two-week break from duties amid fears for her health after her secret overnight stay in hospital late last month.

The images of Her Majesty behind the wheel will ease concerns for the 95-year-old's health after her aides announced on Friday that she would be taking a fortnight break from her duties on doctor's advice.