Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne bestows a royal honour on Vital Heritage Group

The Princess Royal is continuing a busy schedule of engagements throughout the summer. On Thursday, 22 July, Her Royal Highness was in Sunderland to present an award to Sunderland Maritime Heritage.  Princess Anne presented Sunderland Maritime Heritage with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. Christopher Carolan, Chairman of Sunderland Maritime Heritage, accepted the award on behalf of…
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HistoryInterestsPalaces & Buildings

How royal properties across UK will welcome visitors this summer holiday

School holidays are starting this week, and royal-related sites across the UK are preparing to welcome families with activities and features for all ages. There are many different programmes and events happening throughout the summer, with something for everyone. Blenheim Palace Although Blenheim Palace was never a royal residence, it has very close royal connections. Located in…
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King Charles III

Camilla meets a woman with a chicken on her head

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall were busy on Thursday visiting the Great Yorkshire Show. The couple were busy meeting many different people at the fair, seeing demonstrations, and even meeting some notable animals. Camilla’s day included a very interesting introduction to a rare-breed chicken. The Great Yorkshire Show is a three-day agriculture event that takes place…
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British RoyalsThe EdinburghsThe Kents

The Countess of Wessex and Princess Alexandra conduct a rare joint engagement as Sophie takes over patronage

Princess Alexandra and the Countess of Wessex spent Wednesday together on a rare joint engagement. The two senior royals opened the new regional centre for Guide Dogs South West in Bristol, and to transition a patronage. Princess Alexandra of Kent has been a part of Guide Dogs for 67 years, and Sophie is now taking over the patronage. The Guide Dogs story starts in 1931 when Muriel Crooke…
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