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The love story that brought the House of Windsor one of its most popular duchesses

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22nd February 2023
It was a royal wedding that made history and brought the House of Windsor one of its most popular ever members. In June 1961, the Duke of Kent married Katharine Worsley. The new Duchess of Kent would go on to be an instant hit and, alongside her husband, spend decades carrying out engagements on behalf of the Queen. Their wedding day also turned an ancient church into a royal marriage venue for…
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Greece

King Constantine's tomb inscription in place on special anniversary

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19th February 2023
The final resting place of Constantine II now bears a carved tribute to the last King of Greece. The tombstone was revealed as the 40 day anniversary of the king’s passing was marked with memorial services in Athens and at Tatoi where Constantine was laid to rest in the Greek Royal Family’s burial site. The services were attended by his family. The king’s widow, Queen…
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British Royals

The ballot for tickets for the Coronation Concert is now open - here's how to enter

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10th February 2023
The ballot to get tickets for the Coronation Concert is now open. The chance to get a pair of free tickets in the draw went live at 7am on February 10th 2023. The website for entries remains open until February 28th 2023. The Coronation Concert takes place on Sunday May 7th 2023 at Windsor Castle. It’s part of the Coronation Celebration weekend. King Charles III and Queen Camilla will…
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Denmark

Queen Margrethe to undergo major surgery

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8th February 2023
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark is to undergo major back surgery in the coming weeks. The Danish Royal Household announced that Queen Margrethe, who is 82, will have the operation at the end of February. The procedure will involve a long period of rehabilitation. The…
British Royals

First stamps of King Charles III revealed

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8th February 2023
The first stamps to bear the image of King Charles III have been revealed. His Majesty’s image will be on the definitive stamp issued in April 2023. The King has been determined that remaining stock featuring Queen Elizabeth II is used first, to save resources and money. However, the purple first class stamp showing His Majesty in profile will be on sale on April 4th 2023, as the seven…
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