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The King joins Princess Anne on Parade at Buckingham Palace ahead of Trooping the Colour

The King was joined by his younger sister, the Princess Royal, on parade at Buckingham Palace on Thursday for the presentation of the new Sovereign’s Standard to The Blues and Royals. His Majesty, Head of the Armed Forces, was joined by Princess Anne in her role as Royal Colonel of The Blues and Royals. Sgt Donald C Todd/ UK MOD © Crown copyright 2023 Sgt Donald C Todd/ UK MOD © Crown…
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The four Queens of Chelsea - Victoria, Alexandra, Mary & Elizabeth's passion for the Chelsea Flower Show

The Chelsea Flower Show has been one of the highlights of the British social calendar for over 150 years, delighting kings, queens and members of the public alike. Formally known as the Great Spring Show, the event was held in Kensington until the early 20th century when it relocated to Chelsea, becoming the showpiece we are all familiar with today. The annual horticultural spectacle owes…
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Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II to be remembered at the Chelsea Flower Show in poignant floral tribute

Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered at the 2023 Chelsea Flower Show in a special garden which celebrates her life. The late monarch almost always attended the annual horticultural show held at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, with it being one of the first events marked on her calendar each year. The King, joined by Queen Camilla, will attend this year’s show – although the late…
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The Kents

Princess Michael of Kent steps in for daughter-in-law, Lady Frederick Windsor, at engagement to celebrate Chelsea Buns

Princess Michael of Kent has stepped in for her daughter-in-law, Lady Frederick Windsor, to judge the World Chelsea Bun Awards. Lady Frederick, better known as Sophie Winkleman, was due to be a judge at the the 5th annual awards ceremony hosted by Partridges which celebrates the currant buns. However, Sophie has become “unavoidably not available” according to a spokesperson, with…
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