The Duchess of Cambridge granted a little school boy his wishes by giving him a warm hug when she visited the North-East.

Known for her loving demeanor, Kate Middleton proved again that she has a soft heart for kids when she delightfully gave a little boy a hug when passing by a group of supporters. School kids from Morpeth Road Primary School, Blyth, Northumberland, attended the welcoming event in Newcastle Civic Centre, and one of the 11 pupils was lucky enough to experience Kate's friendliness.

"It was good. I was hoping to get a hug from her when we came here this morning." said 10-year-old Terry to Daily Star, when asked about her close encounter with the royal.

"I never actually thought it would happen. I can't believe she hugged me back. She was really nice." added the dazed school boy. Even Terry's teacher, Kim Ramsey, was stunned that the Duchess actually stopped on her tracks to give Terry the attention he wanted.

"We never imagined when we set off this morning that Terry would actually get a hug from Kate." said Ramsey.

"We asked the children to come up with a question for her and he decided he was going to ask for a hug. He's such a cheeky little lad." added the teacher.

The 30-year-old Duchess went on the appearance alone, as Prince William had to attend his former nanny's funeral.

The Duchess also tried her luck with boccia, a Paralympic sport, and showed her love for the environment by planting trees in a garden located in Elswick Park.

View the slideshow to see images of the Duchess during her visit in the North-East.

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Duchess of Cambridge on her tour of the north east

Catherine Middleton on tour of the north east

Prince William could not join his wife as he was attending the funeral of his former nanny, Olga Powell, who died in September.

Kate Middleton visits Newcastle

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge watches players at the opening of St George's Park.

Kate Middleton

The Duchess met with primary school children in Elswick Park to find out more about the Queen Elizabeth II Field Challenge, which protects outdoor recreational spaces.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, visits Middle Temple in London October 8, 2012 in London.

Around 500 people came to see Catherine when she arrived at the Newcastle Civic Centre to meet Olympic volunteers.