Princess Beatrice of York turns 37 today,
and while she has grown into her royal role with grace, discretion
and a passion for causes ranging from dyslexia awareness to
children’s welfare, there is one fashion moment from her past that
still captures the public imagination more than a decade on. It was
April 29, 2011 – the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton.
As the bride…
The King will deliver a solemn message to
the nation next week as Britain marks the 80th anniversary of
Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, a significant milestone in the
commemoration of the Second World War. On the morning of 15 August,
His Majesty will record an address…
As the United Kingdom marks the 80th
anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ) Day this August 15, the
Royal Family is playing a central role in the nationwide
commemorations honouring the end of the Second World War in the
Pacific and the sacrifices of Far East…
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…
The Royal Family will take part in a
series of national events to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day,
commemorating the final end of the Second World War and honouring
the service and sacrifice of all those who fought in the Far East.
In a poignant moment of national…
When the Dowager Duchess of Grafton died
at the remarkable age of 101 in December 2021, she quietly marked
the end of an era. Fortune FitzRoy had served as Mistress of the
Robes for more than half a century – an emblem of continuity in the
Royal Household under Queen…
Queen Elizabeth’s closest confidante: The untold story of Margaret Rhodes - MI6 secretary and the late Queen’s best friend
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…
Buckingham Palace quickly fixes error in royal protocol after senior royal is misnamed
4th August 2025
Blink and you’ll have missed it, but a
fleeting mistake in royal protocol this week caused Buckingham
Palace to issue a correction. The palace was forced to correct a
post on their official social media account over the weekend – one
which misnamed his…
Queen Camilla has quietly stepped back
from the royal spotlight this summer – and she won’t be seen at
public engagements again for several weeks. The 78-year-old Queen
Consort has now begun her annual summer break, traditionally spent
alongside King Charles in…
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…
