The Prince of Wales has been presented with a prestigious award for his inter-faith work. He has been awarded the 2020 Bridge Award from the Council of Christians and Jews.
The Council of Christians and Jews is the oldest inter-faith charity in the UK and was established in 1942. It focuses on bringing Jews and Christians together through education, dialogue, and social action. The Bridge…
A new exhibition honouring Prince Philip’s life has opened at Windsor Castle. Prince Philip: A Celebration is now open at Windsor, including pieces representing different periods in his life and his roles across the Commonwealth.
The Royal Collection Trust has…
The Duchess of Cornwall shares her favourite children's books alongside Elmer the Elephant
22nd June 2021
The Duchess of Cornwall spent her day focusing on children’s literacy at two different events in London. She started by visiting Griffin Primary School to open a new library, and then hosted a storytime for children for the Literacy Trust.
The Duchess has made…
Clarence House has been a favourite royal residence in London for nearly two centuries. Although it is not as well-known as the official residence of the sovereign, Buckingham Palace, it has been home to several different senior royals.
Designed by famed Regency architect John Nash, who also designed Buckingham Palace and the Royal Mews, Clarence House was built between 1825 and 1827. The…
Royal Ascot: A history of the Royal Meeting which acts as the highlight of The Queen's summer
15th June 2021
Royal Ascot is a highlight of the royal calendar, and every June, thousands of people including the Royal Family head to the races. It is one of the oldest traditions for the royals, and has carried on throughout the global health crisis. In 2020, the meeting was held…
Disney releases animation to celebrate Winnie the Pooh's 95th birthday - with a tribute to The Queen
12th June 2021
The Queen celebrated her official birthday on Saturday, 12 June, with a slimmed down Trooping of the Colour. However, she is in good company celebrating her 95th birthday; beloved bear Winnie the Pooh is also celebrating his 95th birthday this year.
Winnie the Pooh will…
On Thursday, 10 June, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall had an evening out to attend the ballet. They went to the Royal Opera House to see the Royal Ballet perform “Balanchine and Robbins”, a celebration of the two lauded American choreographers. On Wednesday, the Duchess visited the Victoria and Albert Museum to see the On Point: Royal Academy of Dance at 100 Years with Dame…
The Duchess of Cornwall and Dame Darcey Bussell come together in engagement celebrating dance
10th June 2021
For her first engagement as Vice-Patron of the Royal Academy of Dance, the Duchess of Cornwall attended the On Point: Royal Academy of Dance at 100 at the Victoria and Albert Museum with Dame Darcey Bussell. They were shown the exhibition by Jane Pritchard, the Curator of…
Historic Royal Palaces hosts online talk to mark new 'Royal Style in the Making' exhibition
10th June 2021
On Wednesday 9 June, Historic Royal Palaces held an online talk in conjunction with their new exhibition, Royal Style in the Making. The talk highlighted the five garments included in the exhibition and behind the scenes and historical information about royal…
Members of the Magdalen College Middle Common Room have voted to remove a printed portrait of The Queen from the common room. The Oxford students voted to remove it, on the basis of it being a symbol of “recent colonial history”. The move has both been praised and criticised in the following days.
According to a BBC article, the motion was tabled to make the common room a more welcoming…
