She was the long dead widow who was used by a king to overthrow his own nephew and yet her name is all but forgotten today. Eleanor Butler was the woman who helped change the royal history of England forever and almost brought one of its most famous dynasties to disaster before they had even secured the throne. But was she also Queen of England?
Eleanor never claimed a crown for herself but as…
Spanish government minister questions timing of King Felipe's visit to flood areas
4th November 2024
A Spanish government minister has questioned whether the timing of the King and Queen of Spain’s visit to a flood hit part of the country was right.
King Felipe and Queen Letizia went to Paiporta in Valencia on November 3rd 2024 to meet some of those affected by the…
Buckingham Palace’s traditional summer season will see more of the famous landmark opened up to visitors than ever before.
In 2024, the East Wing was available to tour for the first time ever and it proved so successful that it will be open again in 2025, this time…
Queen Camilla speaks out on impact of domestic violence as a fear that is felt ''every single day''
3rd November 2024
The Queen has spoken of the often invisible menace of domestic abuse and of how hard it can be for women to escape violent relationships.
In a new programme, to be shown on ITV, Her Majesty talks of how someone can become trapped in a dangerous situation. The Queen said ‘’ You can imagine how terrifying it is for a woman to be stuck with a very violent partner, feeling that fear every…
The Prince of Wales has said his only agenda when it comes to tackling homelessness is to try and help.
In a new documentary, broadcast on ITV, Prince William is asked whether he is the right person to lead a long term project on ending homelessness.
He says ”I…
Queens and witchcraft aren’t words that go together. In books and in films, witches are the wicked women who stand in the way of pretty princesses as they search for a happy ending. In the history of royalty, witchcraft was a tool to use against women who might…
King Felipe speaks of devastation as Valencia overwhelmed by floods
30th October 2024
The King of Spain has spoken of his shock at the impact of torrential rain and hurricane winds that have hit parts of Spain.
King Felipe said he wanted to express his deep sadness and concern after floods devastated areas including Valencia. At least 95 people are now known to have been killed across Spain as a result.
The Spanish king was speaking at his first public engagement since the…
Norway's King Harald jokes about his own burial - much to the happiness of his queen
26th October 2024
King Harald chose a rather unusual topic for his speech to politicians at traditional celebration – he got a big laugh talking about his own burial.
The King of Norway had welcomed parliamentarians to the Royal Palace in Oslo for the annual dinner he hosts for…
Balmoral Castle could soon open its doors to weddings. The royal residence has put in an application to its local council to be able to host celebrations.
The plans would see the Queen’s Building on the estate, not far from the main castle, hosting weddings and…
The law that stopped a king and queen marrying in a favourite castle
24th October 2024
It was a marriage for the history books but the bride and groom soon discovered that even royalty has to play by some rules.
When King Charles and Queen Camilla announced their engagement in February 2005, they said almost straight away that they would marry in April in a civil ceremony at Windsor Castle. They also announced they would have their union blessed later that same day in a service…
