Spain

Princess Leonor to carry out first solo engagement

The heir to the Spanish throne, Princess Leonor, is to take on her first solo public duty at the age of fifteen. The Princess of Asturias will present the copy of the Spanish Constitution that she read from during her first public speech to one of Spain’s most prestigious institutions a it marks a special moment in its history. Leonor will visit the Cervantes Institute in Madrid on…
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Spain

Queen Sofia of Spain receives coronavirus vaccine

The Spanish Royal Family has confirmed that Queen Sofia has been vaccinated against coronavirus, saying that she received the jab in line with current regulations over its distribution. The focus on following protocol comes just weeks after Sofia’s two daughters…
The Yorks

Princess Eugenie shares her excitement at being a new mum

On her first Mother’s Day since welcoming her son, Princess Eugenie has said she is ”excited” about her new role. The princess took to Instagram to share a new photo of her baby boy, August, who was born on February 9th. The eleventh in line to the throne was snapped lying on a blanket in a garden of daffodils and wrapped up warm in a knitted cardigan with matching bonnet. He…
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The Edinburghs

The Wessex Week: volunteering and virtual visits

The Earl and Countess of Wessex have made support for the NHS and for volunteering services major parts of their work during the coronavirus pandemic. The sevend ays just gone were no different with more backing for those caring for the ill and the most vulnerable in society during a time that has challenged everyone. Here’s a look back at the Wessex Week. The Earl and Countess joined…
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FeaturesHistoryRoyal Weddings

Royal Wedding Dresses: Alexandra of Denmark

It was one of the most talked about weddings of the 19th century. All eyes were on a young, Danish princess called Alexandra as she walked into St. George’s Chapel, Windsor on March 10th 1863 to marry Albert Edward, Prince of Wales. Her groom was heir to Queen Victoria, her father first in line to the throne of Denmark. And so the gown chosen by the teenage bride had to fit the bill. And it…
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