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Meghan Markle charms the crowd during first engagement with Prince Harry: All the highlights

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All eyes were on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as they made their first joint appearance as a couple. The Prince and the actress, who announced their engagement on November 27, traveled to Nottingham for their first joint engagements. Meghan, who matched her fiancé in a navy blue Mackage coat, was all smiles as she shook the hands of well-wishers.The pair participated in events that hold a close spot in Harry’s heart. Celebrating World AIDS Day and visiting youth and mentors at the Full Effect Program. From charming crowds and babies, here is a look at the highlights from Meghan and Harry’s first joint outing.Newly engaged Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrived in Nottingham on Friday, December 1 for their first official joint visit. The Prince and the actress were met by huge crowds, including royal watchers and press, who came to the city to catch a glimpse of the happy couple. The pair had all eyes on them as they did their first walkabout as a public couple, before participating in their first round of joint engagements. Meghan was a natural as she stood close to Harry, and at times, broke away from him to greet the crowds of people who came out to see the pair. Photo: Getty Images
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Under her Mackage coat, Meghan stunning in a classic black shirt by Wolford, a stylish nude midi skirt by Joseph and black tall boots. Photo: Getty Images
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Meghan and Harry were presented with gifts, ranging from flowers to cards and even Harry's favorite candy, as they made their way around the crowds in the cold for 25 minutes. The Suits actress was a natural as she was heard saying, "I'm so happy. It's just such a thrill to be here." Photo: Getty Images
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Harry laughed as he and Meghan were presented with a gift during their visit to the Nottingham Contemporary, which is where the Terrence Higgins Trust held the World AIDS Day fair. The pair were also shown a UK AIDS memorial quilt, made by friends and lovers of those who passed from the disease. Harry is following in the footsteps of his mother, Princess Diana, in combating the stigma that surrounds the disease. Photo: Adrian Dennis / Getty Images
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It’s a royal match, as Harry and Meghan both took to the children during their first official engagement! During their visit to the Terrance Higgins Trust, the couple gave their attention to tiny well-wisher. The pair met Lorraine Dube, 29 and her young son Ezekiel Wong, who was a little shy during his first encounter with the pair. “She is absolutely lovely,” said Lorraine, who is a volunteer with the African Institute for Social Development. “You can tell that she loves kids. Ezekiel was very shy. She was trying to get him to say something. In the end he said 'thank you' as she walked off, which I thought was really cute. She said he was a cute little boy.” Photo: Adrian Dennis/Getty Images
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Harry and Meghan were shown at home HIV test kits by Dr. Laura Waters, who also talked to the pair about her efforts to help people find different treatments. After their meeting, the doctor admitted that she was a little “star struck” by the pair. "We talked about the stigma and importance of educating people, but also I thanked Harry for his amazing work in reducing that stigma and coming here today." She said: "They are a lovely couple and I said to them how important that love is." Photo: Twitter/@kensingtonroyal
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A sweet introduction! Harry was excited to introduce Meghan to his friend Chantelle Stefanovic during their visit to the Nottingham Academy. The Prince and Chantelle, who works to mentor youth and prevent them from getting involved in violence, have known each other since 2013, and recently both traveled to Chicago for the inaugural Obama Summit in October. Photo: Twitter/@kensingtonroyal
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Harry and Meghan had lots of laughs with volunteers and mentors during their visit to Nottingham Academy. The Suits actress and the Prince, who established the program geared toward preventing young people getting involved in crime, attended the Friday Night Youth Club where they chatted with students who participate in various activities funded by the club. Photo: Andy Stenning /Getty Images
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Take a bow! Harry, 33, and Meghan, 36, watched a hip-hip opera performed by the young people involved in the Full Effect program. After the performance, the pair posed with the talented students from the play. Photo: Matt Dunham/Getty Images
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During their visit to the Nottingham Academy, Harry and Meghan checked out the kickboxing sessions held during the We Are Full Effect’s Friday Night Youth Club. After watching two of the young kids during their sparring session, Harry helped a boy removed his glove, before shaking his hand and introducing him to Meghan. The couple also met with various mentors and volunteers during their visit. Photo: Andy Stenning /Getty Images
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The gifts kept rolling in for Meghan, who received a posy from students at the Nottingham Academy at the end of their visit. The flowers, which included eucalyptus foliage and forget-me-nots were made by Elizabeth McKenna, who runs Flowers by Susan in Nottingham. The florist opened up about the chance to make flowers for the future royal saying: "It is a huge honor. I heard they were coming and phoned the Academy and offered to do the flowers. I’m a huge royal fan and I’m so happy for Harry. He obviously truly loves her and they make a lovely couple.” Photo: Twitter/@kensingtonroyal

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