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article_snippet.sent: Despite there being more than a week to go until the 25th, royal fans have already begun staking royal fans claim to spots outside the Lindo Wing at St. Mary's Hospital in Paddington.
article_snippet.sent: The world's media are also expected to descend on London shortly, with media facilities at the hospital opening tomorrow.
article_snippet.sent: Getting ready: Preparations have begun at the Lindo Wing, with police warning of a 'special event' Last engagements: The Duchess of Cambridge, seen here in Woolwich, hasn't been seen since March .