He's about to become a grandfather for the second time but Prince Charles has admitted that he does have a preference where the sex of the new baby is concerned. Speaking at an event in south-east London yesterday, he told well-wishers that he and the Duchess of Cornwall would love to have a granddaughter. Congratulated by entrepreneur Corey Johnson on becoming a grandfather, the heir to the throne replied: 'I am already. But it's wonderful to be a . grandfather again. I'm looking forward to it - but I hope it will be a . girl this time.' Scroll down for video . All smiles: A delighted Prince Charles said he and Camilla were 'thrilled' at news of a second royal baby . Charles isn't the only royal to state a preference for a girl, with Prince Harry also revealing that he'd like a niece - if only for the chaos she would bring to his brother's life. At an Invictus Games event on Tuesday, the prince joked that he would love to see William 'cope with that' should the new baby prove to be a girl. Whether it's a boy or girl, Charles was happy to describe the news as 'splendid' as he was quizzed by well-wishers during an event in Bermondsey which saw him meet young entrepreneurs supported by the Prince's Trust. He was questioned by the family of entrepreneur Demi Owoseje, who had opened up her leather upholstery studio for a royal visit. Excited: The prince told of his joy during a meeting with young entrepreneurs in south-east London . Enjoying the day: Charles couldn't resist talking about his new grandchild despite warnings from the Palace . Although . Charles appeared to enjoy being shown around the studio, when Ms . Owoseje's sister Toyin, 26, and mother Elizabeth, 50, were introduced, . there was only one subject on their mind - Kate's pregnancy. Toyin . congratulated Charles first, with the royal skittishly replying: 'What . did I do?', before adding: 'It hasn't arrived yet - (but) splendid, . we're very excited.' 'I . asked him how he felt about becoming a grandfather for a second time . and he asked me if I had any grandchildren,' said Mrs Owoseje following her encounter with Prince Charles. 'Not . yet, my daughter's too busy with her business.He said the baby was part . of life's experiences and he seemed quite happy about it.' The . Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were forced to announce the news several . weeks early, after Kate began suffering from the same severe morning . sickness that blighted her first pregnancy. Betting began on the sex of the new child within minutes of the announcement, with a girl the favourite according to bookmakers Coral. Popular names for a new princess include Elizabeth, Alexandra, Victoria and Charlotte. Less popular choices include Eleanor and Florence. Fascinating stuff: During the visit, Prince Charles heard from budding entrepreneurs supported by his charity . Good stuff: The prince was meeting young entrepreneurs supported by The Prince's Trust today . Pro: Prince Charles has plenty of experience and spent time with Camilla's grandchildren over the summer . She might be in the early stages of her second pregnancy but it seems the Duchess of Cambridge has no intention of stopping there. According to friends, she wants three children by the age of 35, which is why this second baby comes so soon after the birth of 13-month-old Prince George. Although the Duke of Cambridge has often said he would be happy with a family of two, the Duchess is one of a trio of children and, aged 33 when baby number two arrives, will have plenty of time to complete her family on schedule. The claims, which were made in the Telegraph newspaper, come just a day after the second royal pregnancy was announced by Kensington Palace. Once again suffering from debilitating morning sickness, the pregnancy news has thrown her attendance at this week's Invictus Games and next week's visit to Malta into doubt. Kensington Palace say a decision is yet to be taken. Ruth Styles .
Prince Charles told well-wishers he was 'thrilled' by baby news .
Said it was 'wonderful' to be a grandfather for the second time .
Revealed that he is hoping for a new granddaughter .
Charles and Camilla are already grandparents to Prince George .
They also have another six courtesy of Camilla's two children .
Friends of Kate have claimed she wants three babies by 35 .
The Duchess will be 33 when baby number two is born in April .
He's about to become a grandfather for the second time but Prince Charles has admitted that he does have a preference where the sex of the new baby is concerned. Speaking at an event in south-east London yesterday, he told well-wishers that he and the Duchess of Cornwall would love to have a granddaughter. Congratulated by entrepreneur Corey Johnson on becoming a grandfather, the heir to the throne replied: 'I am already. But it's wonderful to be a . grandfather again. I'm looking forward to it - but I hope it will be a . girl this time.' Scroll down for video . All smiles: A delighted Prince Charles said he and Camilla were 'thrilled' at news of a second royal baby . Charles isn't the only royal to state a preference for a girl, with Prince Harry also revealing that he'd like a niece - if only for the chaos she would bring to his brother's life. At an Invictus Games event on Tuesday, the prince joked that he would love to see William 'cope with that' should the new baby prove to be a girl. Whether it's a boy or girl, Charles was happy to describe the news as 'splendid' as he was quizzed by well-wishers during an event in Bermondsey which saw him meet young entrepreneurs supported by the Prince's Trust. He was questioned by the family of entrepreneur Demi Owoseje, who had opened up her leather upholstery studio for a royal visit. Excited: The prince told of his joy during a meeting with young entrepreneurs in south-east London . Enjoying the day: Charles couldn't resist talking about his new grandchild despite warnings from the Palace . Although . Charles appeared to enjoy being shown around the studio, when Ms . Owoseje's sister Toyin, 26, and mother Elizabeth, 50, were introduced, . there was only one subject on their mind - Kate's pregnancy. Toyin . congratulated Charles first, with the royal skittishly replying: 'What . did I do?', before adding: 'It hasn't arrived yet - (but) splendid, . we're very excited.' 'I . asked him how he felt about becoming a grandfather for a second time . and he asked me if I had any grandchildren,' said Mrs Owoseje following her encounter with Prince Charles. 'Not . yet, my daughter's too busy with her business.He said the baby was part . of life's experiences and he seemed quite happy about it.' The . Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were forced to announce the news several . weeks early, after Kate began suffering from the same severe morning . sickness that blighted her first pregnancy. Betting began on the sex of the new child within minutes of the announcement, with a girl the favourite according to bookmakers Coral. Popular names for a new princess include Elizabeth, Alexandra, Victoria and Charlotte. Less popular choices include Eleanor and Florence. Fascinating stuff: During the visit, Prince Charles heard from budding entrepreneurs supported by his charity . Good stuff: The prince was meeting young entrepreneurs supported by The Prince's Trust today . Pro: Prince Charles has plenty of experience and spent time with Camilla's grandchildren over the summer . She might be in the early stages of her second pregnancy but it seems the Duchess of Cambridge has no intention of stopping there. According to friends, she wants three children by the age of 35, which is why this second baby comes so soon after the birth of 13-month-old Prince George. Although the Duke of Cambridge has often said he would be happy with a family of two, the Duchess is one of a trio of children and, aged 33 when baby number two arrives, will have plenty of time to complete her family on schedule. The claims, which were made in the Telegraph newspaper, come just a day after the second royal pregnancy was announced by Kensington Palace. Once again suffering from debilitating morning sickness, the pregnancy news has thrown her attendance at this week's Invictus Games and next week's visit to Malta into doubt. Kensington Palace say a decision is yet to be taken. Ruth Styles .
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