Royal News

King Charles and Queen Camilla to start State Visit to US : what to expect from historic event

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27th April 2026
King Charles and Queen Camilla are starting a hugely significant State Visit to the US later, with the trip making headlines before it’s even begun. The King and Queen will spend three days in the US, cementing ties in an event marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. It comes after Buckingham Palace confirmed the trip would go ahead as planned after…
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This royal wedding cake weighed more than the average person and it's still being eaten today

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26th April 2026
It’s the cake that keeps on giving. The flower strewn bake that took centre stage at the wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales on April 29th 2011 still makes its presence felt with slices of it popping up at auction with what seems like an almost metronomic regularity. But then there was plenty to go round as this was a whopper of a cake. Standing eight tiers tall and weighing in at over…
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This is how you can help build a permanent tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

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25th April 2026
A brand new tribute to Queen Elizabeth II is under way and you’re invited to be part of it. An online memorial to the late Monarch is being built and memories and recollections from anyone who lived through her 70 year reign are being invited. The Cabinet Office launched the Queen Elizabeth Digital Memorial. It’s gone live as the centenary of her birth, on April 21 2026, was…
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British Royals

Princess Anne opens memorial to Queen Elizabeth II as royals celebrate centenary

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21st April 2026
The Princess Royal has officially opened a memorial to Queen Elizabeth II on the 100th anniversary of her mother’s birth. Princess Anne was in Regent’s Park to open the Queen Elizabeth II memorial garden which provides a tranquil place in the heart of London. As well as unveiling a plaque marking the official opening of the space, the Princess met some of those who have created…
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