Historic Royal Palaces has announced an
exciting year of exclusive events to celebrate 500 years of Royal
history. This year will mark 500 years since Cardinal Wolsey leased
Hampton Court and began a massive refurbishment transforming
Hampton Court into an extravagant palace. A palace that would
eventually be relinquished to his one-time supporter and friend,
King Henry VIII as part of his…
After learning more about The Queen
Mother’s birth and childhood in the 1900s, in this instalment we
look at Elizabeth’s later childhood, her education and her teenage
years, which were dominated by the outbreak of the First World War.
After the age of eight years old…
This year, 2015, commemorates the
centenary of the Welsh Guards. Royal Central takes a look at the
history of the Guards as well as some of the upcoming events
celebrating their 100th anniversary. The Guard of Honour stand
outside St Paul’s Cathedral for the Ceremonial…
The Christmas Day service at Sandringham
attracts thousands of people hoping to catch a glimpse of The Royal
Family. One ardent Royal watcher who has been in attendance at
nearly every Christmas Day gathering since 1988 is Mary Relph.
Unfortunately for Mary, Christmas 2014 saw her recovering from
a major operation and consequently couldn’t make the annual
Norfolk event, an absence that…
Many members of The Royal Family
hold a patronage to a bountiful amount of charities close
to their heart. The Duchess of Cambridge dedicates herself to
patronages and charities focusing on something very important to
her, children and families. The Art Room is focused on…
Today, The Duchess of Cambridge
officially named The Clore Art Room, at Barlby Primary school
in London. Patron of The Art Room, a charity that provides art
therapy for underprivileged children, The Duchess had to reschedule
the event from last year, when she was suffering…
Following the announcement of his
impending arrive in December 2012, The Duke and Duchess of
Cambridge have received hundreds of gifts for their son, Prince
George, as they carried out engagements across the country. In
total George has received almost 1300 gifts and presents from
members of the public, officials, organisations and charities.Take
a look at some of the unusual things he…
Prince Charles was born to fulfill a
specific purpose – to one day be King. 66 years later, he is still
waiting. Some princes wait longer than others to fulfill their
destiny. Henry VI became King of England in 1422 at the age of only
nine months, following his father…
Right Royal Gifts: What The Queen and Royal Family received in 2014
14th January 2015
Every year, the official gifts list
provides insight into what members of the public, companies and
dignitaries gave to Her Majesty and the rest of the Royal family.
Many of the gifts commemorate visits and events. Royal Central
takes a look at some the gifts the Royal…
Eddie Redmayne 'felt sorry' for William playing rugby at school
11th January 2015
Eddie Redmayne has revealed he felt sorry
for The Duke of Cambridge when he played rugby at school. The pair
both attended Eton College, with famous alumni including Prime
Ministers David Cameron and William Gladstone, actor Hugh Laurie,
author and intelligence officer Ian Fleming and tv personality
Bear Grylls. Speaking to Glamour Magazine, the newly married
A-Lister said that everyone wanted…
