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A Windsor surprise as William and Catherine pop into a sunny lunch along the Long Walk

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8th May 2023
The Prince and Princess of Wales surprised people along the Long Walk at Windsor Castle Sunday afternoon, joining a Coronation Big Lunch event just outside their home. The royal couple had spent Sunday morning rehearsing for the evening’s Coronation Concert, where William gave a speech telling his father, “We’re all so proud of you” and pledging his life in service of “King, Country…
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The Duke of Edinburgh is upstaged by Kermit the Frog in the Royal Box

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7th May 2023
Princes and frogs gathered together to celebrate the reign of King Charles III, and no, that wasn’t a typo. In a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it appearance, Kermit the Frog could be seen waving and dancing in front of the Duke of Edinburgh in the Royal Box at Sunday evening’s Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle. Amidst the star-studded cast list were two surprise additions: Kermit the Frog…
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The first glimpse of Queen Camilla's Crown

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6th May 2023
The first queen consort crowned in over 85 years chose a crown that once belonged to Queen Mary for her moment in the spotlight. Earlier this year, it was announced that Queen Camilla would re-use Queen Mary’s Crown in a bid towards sustainability. It was removed…
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The most solemn moment of the Coronation and soldiers bow their heads for the Anointing

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6th May 2023
Just as the most sacred moment of the coronation ceremony was about to begin, it was shrouded from public view by an ornate screen. Members of the Coldstream Guards appeared with the panels of the Anointing Screen as the King and the Archbishop of Canterbury disappeared from view. Instead, those in Westminster Abbey, and those watching from around the world, were treated to the view of a…
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The Royal Family choose mantles from Orders for the Coronation

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6th May 2023
The senior members of the Royal Family appeared at Westminster Abbey in their ceremonial Mantles to watch the crowning of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. At the request of Their Majesties, the senior royals wore the Mantles of their most senior order. The Order of the Garter, the Order of the Thistle, and the Royal Victorian Order were represented by the Prince and Princess of Wales, the…
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