British Royals

Royal waxworks are unveiled at Madame Tussauds in new balcony scene

It may be famous for its pop and reality star waxworks, but now the popular London attraction has revamped their royals! Madame Tussauds has unveiled a new backdrop for the famous wax faces which sees The Queen, Prince of Wales, Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Phillip, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William now proudly displayed on the royal balcony. While Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are yet to…
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A look at the top five royal residences

The British Monarchy has acquired residences across Great Britain through the centuries and moulded them to their own preferences. We look at the top five royal residences, how they were acquired, how they have changed over the centuries and the use that Queen Elizabeth II and her family use them now. Buckingham Palace Gadgetdube/Flickr You might be mistaken in thinking that Buckingham Palace…
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The Queen's Private Secretary to Stand Down

The Queen’s Private Secretary is to step down in what is seen as a surprise resignation. Sir Christopher Geidt worked for The Queen for ten years. His sudden departure is seen as apparently the first of a “slew” of staff member changes. It is rumoured that other senior officials will be leaving before Christmas, although this has not been confirmed by the Palace. This…
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Palaces & Buildings

Memorable moments in Buckingham Palace’s history

Since 1837, Buckingham Palace has been the official London residence and ‘office’ of Great Britain’s sovereigns. In the spotlight for nearly 180 years, the palace is one of Britain’s most popular tourist attractions and has had its fair share of historic moments. The palace that stands alongside Green Park and overlooking The Mall today started its life in 1703 as Buckingham House – the…
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