British Royals

James, Earl of Wessex, makes first public appearance as an adult at Sandringham

James, Earl of Wessex, marked a milestone in his young life this Christmas as he made his first public appearance since turning 18, joining the Royal Family for the traditional walk to St Mary Magdalene Church at Sandringham. Born on 17 December 2007 at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey, James Alexander Philip Theo Mountbatten‑Windsor entered the world as Viscount Severn, a courtesy title…
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British Royals

Who joined the King at Sandringham - and who was missing

The Royal Family gathered in large numbers at Sandringham on Christmas morning as King Charles III led the traditional walk to St Mary Magdalene Church, greeted by crowds of well-wishers lining the estate. At the head of the procession were the King and Queen Camilla, continuing a long-standing royal tradition that has become one of the most familiar images of the festive season. They were…
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Revealed: The secrets behind how the King’s Christmas speech is recorded

For many viewers, the Christmas broadcast appears effortless: a monarch speaking directly to the nation, words and presence perfectly framed. Behind the scenes, however, each address is the result of meticulous planning, careful choreography, and layered symbolism. King Charles III’s speeches, particularly those delivered from unconventional venues like the Fitzrovia Chapel or in 2025…
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Revealed: A first look at The King's 2025 Christmas broadcast

King Charles III will deliver his fourth Christmas broadcast away from his royal residences, continuing a trend that has marked his early reign. This year, the address was filmed inside the Lady Chapel of Westminster Abbey, the same site where Charles was crowned in 2023. The choice of setting reflects a central theme of the broadcast: pilgrimage. Westminster Abbey has long been a place of…
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