It’s been a busy year for the Wessexes, with overseas tours, charity visits back home, and of course, some enthusiastic plaque unveiling and ribbon cutting from Prince Edward. We’re taking a look back at their 2019 activities and some of the stories we covered.
January 2019
The Countess of Wessex kicked off the new year with a new patronage, becoming the royal patron of the…
In the past decade, we’ve seen an absolute explosion of interest in royal fashion, and it’s no big surprise.
In the eighties and nineties, it was all about Diana, Princess of Wales, and the Duchess of York. The glamour and fun of those fashions are still being…
Carols, mulled wine, a Christmas feast, and piles of gifts … no, it’s not a scene from your favourite festive movie, but from the court of Henry VIII.
If you’ve ever wondered how the Tudors celebrated Christmas, join royal historian Lucy Worsley as she…
It’s a monarchy known for glitz and glamour, but one of the biggest and best Christmas traditions in Monaco is actually quite sweet and heartwarming. Started by Princess Grace and Prince Rainier in the 1950s, the Christmas Gifts Distributionparty takes place at the palace each year, with more than 600 children in attendance.
Kids aged five through 12 join a festive party at the…
Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground named one of England's best play spaces
17th December 2019
It’s a whimsical area of Kensington Gardens where pirate ships and imagination reign, and now the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground has been ranked as one of the country’s best playgrounds.
The playground, which is visited by more than one million…
When it comes to headwear, the Duchess of Cornwall never disappoints. Her love of oversized, wide-brimmed hats trimmed with festive feathers, flowers, and swirls always makes for an interesting headpiece moment. She is certainly not afraid to “go for it” and in…
Queen Rania honours winners of 2019 Queen Rania Award for Excellence in Education
11th December 2019
Queen Rania joined some inspiring Jordanian educators on Monday at the Royal Cultural Palace in Amman to present the 2019 Queen Rania Award for Excellence in Education (QRAEE).
“Empowering the winners to serve as role models for their peers, the awards aim to motivate educators to strengthen the educational sector by reinforcing a culture of excellence,” according to the office of…
With Christmas just weeks away you might be wondering what to get the royal enthusiast in your life … or maybe you’re just looking for ideas to put on your wish list. Our team has rounded up a few of their favourite ideas from apparel to decorations, books and…
Queen Mathilde spreads Christmas cheer at Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital
8th December 2019
It might not have been Father Christmas, but another famous figure in a red suit made a visit to Queen Fabiola Children’s University Hospital this week when Queen Mathilde stopped by to lift the spirits of patients.
She shared smiles, high fives, and handshakes with…
Prince Carl Philip presents award at Sweden International Horse Show
2nd December 2019
Prince Carl Philip spent the weekend with some equine friends as he presented Prince Carl Philip’s Prize at the Sweden International Horse Show on Saturday.
This year’s prize went to 15-year-old Lilly Johansson from Hittarp’s riding club and her pony, Small Titan.
“We bought him four years ago from Ireland,” Lilly, whose parents both have equestrian…
