Royal News

Duchess of Edinburgh to meet 105-year-old veteran in very special engagement

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7th August 2025
The Duchess of Edinburgh will pay a special visit to Jim Wren – a 105-year-old Royal Marines veteran – at his home in Salisbury next week ahead of the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.Sophie, who is Patron of The Java Far East Prisoner of War Club 1942, will visit Mr Wren at his care home in Wiltshire.Mr Wren, who survived the sinking of HMS Repulse in 1941, was subsequently held as…
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Queen Elizabeth’s closest confidante: The untold story of Margaret Rhodes - MI6 secretary and the late Queen’s best friend

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4th August 2025
Queen Elizabeth II was one of the most iconic public figures in modern history, instantly recognisable around the world. While much has been written about her father and paternal ancestors, less attention has been paid to her maternal family – the Bowes-Lyons. Yet, it was from this side of the family that The Queen’s closest confidante and lifelong best friend emerged: her cousin Margaret…
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British Royals

The King is hiring a new chef to work at Buckingham Palace! Here is how to apply

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4th August 2025
A rare opportunity has arisen to join one of the most prestigious culinary teams in the country, as Buckingham Palace announces a vacancy for a sous chef within the Royal Household.The successful candidate will join the Catering Branch of the Master of the Household’s Office, working full time – up to 45 hours per week across five out of seven days, including some weekends. Based…
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Balmoral Castle forced to close as statement issued

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4th August 2025
Balmoral Castle, the private Scottish residence of King Charles, has been forced to close to visitors due to the arrival of Storm Floris. In a statement issued on Monday morning, the Estate urged would‑be tourists to “please do not travel to the Estate” and confirmed that refunds would be issued for all tickets set for today’s visits.The Met Office has placed much of Scotland under…
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