Prince & Princess of Wales

The Princess of Wales calls for more integration of maternal health support

The Princess of Wales has called for better integration between agencies working to support mothers and children. As she visited Colham Manor Children’s Centre in Hillingdon, the Princess praised the range of help available to women and children there and added ”I think more places like these would be so valuable in communities.” Kate met, mums and babies at the centre which brings…
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The royal weddings of York Minster

It’s one of the oldest churches in Britain the seat of one of England’s most important clerics yet the famous York Minster is a rare venue for royal weddings. Just two major regal marriages have taken place at this ancient church in almost 1,000 years. The most recent took place sixty years ago. On June 8th 1961, the Duke of Kent married Katharine Worsley there in front of royalty from…
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Norway

Princess Martha Louise steps back from royal duties amidst controversy

The only daughter of King Harald V of Norway has given up royal duties amid ongoing controversy. Princess Martha Louise will step back immediately from representing her family. In a brief statement, the Norwegian Court said ”Princess Märtha Louise wishes to differentiate more clearly between her own activities and her relationship to the Royal House of Norway. The Princess has therefore…
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The royal wedding dresses created by Sir Norman Hartnell

He created some of the most famous royal looks of the 20th century and he’s still producing talked about style picks. Sir Norman Hartnell was already a sought after wedding dress designer when he was first commissioned to produce a bridal outfit by the House of Windsor. Over eight decades on, and long after his own death, he was responsible for another famous royal marriage look. On the 85th…
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