The 85th birthday of the Duke of Kent has been marked by the now traditional social media celebrations on official royal accounts. Prince Edward’s big day was also marked by some of those he has supported over decades, including the Army.
Taking to Twitter, there was a message from the House of Windsor which read ”Wishing The Duke of Kent a very happy 85th birthday today!”…
Princess Elisabeth takes centre stage as Belgium's Royal Family celebrates military
9th October 2020
The heir to the Belgian throne, Elisabeth, Duchess of Brabant took centre stage as her family took part in an important annual event for the country’s military. Princess Elisabeth was joined by her parents, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, and her siblings for a…
Introducing Royal Central Extra
9th October 2020
Royal Central’s Facebook group, Royal Central Extra, is now packed with exclusive content for our subscribers. Since launching in mid September, this special service has built up a library of videos covering British and European royals, past and present.
There are…
The Countess of Wessex in self isolation after coronavirus exposure
9th October 2020
The Countess of Wessex has gone into self isolation after coming into contact with someone who has since tested positive for coronavirus.
Sophie is reported not to have any symptoms of coronavirus and is expected to undergo a test herself. It’s understood that the Countess hasn’t spent any time with the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh or any royal outside her immediate family circle…
Edward, Duke of Kent: the early years of a pivotal prince
9th October 2020
The Duke of Kent, cousin of The Queen, celebrates his 85th birthday today. And despite approaching the mid point of his ninth decade, this Prince Edward keeps on going with an impressive array of royal engagements every year. Now, he’s one of the more low key members…
Why is Luxembourg's royal baby called Charles?
9th October 2020
It’s a name that will go down in Luxembourg’s history books as the baby who bears it is set, one day, to rule the Grand Duchy. Now, the parents of Prince Charles of Luxembourg have revealed how they chose their son’s names.
Speaking to RTL, Hereditary…
The Duke of Cambridge will be joined by Queen Rania of Jordan on the judging council of the Earthshot Prize. The awards, officially launched today, reward projects that improve the environment and work towards a better planet.
Earthshot Prize You Tube Still/ Fair Use
They are joined on the committee by figures from space exploration, sport and the arts. Footballer and Brazil captain, Dani…
A garden of flowers named after royals
8th October 2020
Prince Charles of Luxembourg is the latest royal to have a rose named in his honour. The nation he will one day rule is known as ‘’the country of roses’’ and members of the Grand Ducal Family have had different types of the flower named after them for over a century.
Princess Anne's best royal fashion recycle
8th October 2020
How pleased was I to see the fabulously floral, frilled fashion statement worn by Princess Anne to the Royal Wedding of Charles and Diana brought to life in all its gaudy glory for the new season of The Crown? Very, that’s how much, for not only is the outfit worn by…
The Duke of Cambridge officially starts race for Earthshot Prize
8th October 2020
The Duke and Cambridge has officially started the race to award the first Earthshot Prize. The initiative will recognise new ideas aimed at protecting and saving the environment and it’s hoped it will come to be seen as the equivalent of a Nobel Prize in green issues.
Prince William formally launched the initiative on October 8th 2020 alongside Sir David Attenborough. Speaking to BBC…