On a summer’s day in 1818, a young German princess walked into one of the most famous hotels in London to meet a man twice her age. Just a year earlier, Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen and her suitor, William, Duke of Clarence, would never have considered chatting let alone taking the step that would inevitably follow this brief exchange. But after a short time together, with chaperones, of…
Yacht fittings, endless gardens and a link to Britain's last king called William - welcome to Adelaide Cottage
14th June 2022
It’s the royal des res on everyone’s lips – Adelaide Cottage on the Windsor estate is reported to be the destination for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their three children as they look to move outside London.
The four bedroom home is said to be…
The Duchess of Cornwall has been installed as a Royal Lady of the Garter.
The Duchess took her place in the chivalric order at the annual ceremony held at Windsor Castle.
On June 13 2022, Camilla joined the procession of knights and ladies for the first time, dressed…
The Duke of York will not take part in the public procession for the Order of the Garter ceremony at Windsor.
He will not take part in the service at St. George’s Chapel either.
Prince Andrew will, however, be present for private elements within the traditional event including the investiture of new members and the lunch held at the castle beforehand.
Royal officials described it as…
Princess Martha Louise of Norway has announced her engagement to her partner, Durek Verrett. Their decision to marry wasn’t that much of a surprise with both having spoken of their hopes to wed previously. But the ring that they showed off during that most modern of…
Queen Sonja came face to face with her past as she toured a brand new art event in Oslo.
The Queen of Norway visited an exhibition showcasing some of her most famous outfits which are included in a display about the role of clothes in forming the royal image. Her gowns…
''Humbled and deeply touched'' - The Queen says thank you for the heartfelt celebrations for her Platinum Jubilee
5th June 2022
The Queen has said her ”heart has been with you all” throughout her Platinum Jubilee celebrations in a powerful message that ended a weekend of festivities.
The message was shared as the Jubilee came to an end with a balcony appearance alongside the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Cambridge and Prince George of Cambridge, her three direct heirs.
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Referring to…
Millions get ready for the Platinum Jubilee big lunch as traditional rainy weather moves in
5th June 2022
Nearly every major event of The Queen’s long reign has seen a burst of rainy weather so millions of party goers around the UK were ready for showers as they prepared for the Platinum Jubilee big lunch.
The community gatherings, a high point of the Platinum…
As the Royal Family arrived for the Service of Thanksgiving at St. Paul’s Cathedral during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, one colour stood out. Many of the women in the royal party chose to wear pink. And while it’s one of this seasons must have shades, there…
Horse racing jokes and lots of smiles at the Service of Thanksgiving for The Queen's reign
3rd June 2022
The Archbishop of York has compared The Queen’s long reign to ”the distance of Aintree rather than the sprint of Epsom” as he gave the sermon at the Service of Thanksgiving for the Platinum Jubilee.
The Most Revd. Stephen Cottrell raised smiles from the Royal Family, in particular the Princess Royal, as he used horse racing analogies to describe the 70 year rule of The Queen.
