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Maud Windsor is christened at St James’s Palace

Maud Elizabeth Daphne Marina Windsor, daughter of Lord and Lady Fredrick Windsor, was christened this afternoon at the Chapel Royal, St James’s Palace. Maud was baptised in the same chapel as her third cousin once removed, HRH Prince George of Cambridge. Similarly, Lord and Lady Fredrick’s daughter was christened in the replica of the Victorian christening robe that was also worn by Prince…
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Prince William joins Prince Charles at Duchy Council Monday

For the second time in the past two years, Prince William has attended a Council with Prince Charles for the Duchy of Cornwall. On Monday, William joined his Father at Clarence House for the twice yearly meeting. “The Prince of Wales, Duke of Cornwall, accompanied by The Duke of Cambridge, this afternoon chaired a Meeting of The Prince’s Council at Clarence House,” as noted in the…
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William and Kate learn of Nelson Mandela's death during premiere of film about his life

This evening, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were present at the premiere of the film Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom when the announcement that the former South African President had died was made to the world. Prince William made a short off-the-cuff speech to the media at the end of the premiere in which he said: “I just want to say it’s obviously extremely sad and tragic news.
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The Duchess of Cornwall to present medals to The Rifles

On Monday, 9 December The Duchess of Cornwall as Royal Colonel will issue Operational Service Medals to the 4th Battalion, The Rifles at the Ward Barracks, Bulford, Wiltshire. The 4th Battalion retuned from Afghanistan after a six month deployment. In 2007, The Duchess became the Royal Colonel of 4th Battalion, The Rifles. Prior to 2007, they were known as 2nd Battalion, The Royal Green…
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