Lydia Starbuck

The Princess of Wales asked Lady Gabriella Kingston to help her with her traditional Christmas carol service. Lady Gabriella was widowed in February when her husband, Thomas Kingston, died. In the months that followed, the Princess of Wales asked her cousin by marriage to join her in planning the annual event. Catherine gave Gabriella, a singer and composer, an important role in developing…

One of the bridesmaid’s dresses from the wedding of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip has become part of an important royal collection. The gown, designed by Sir Norman Hartnell for the 1947 celebrations, now belongs to Historic Royal Palaces and now forms part of its Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection. The bridesmaid’s dress and coronet worn at the wedding of Queen Elizabeth…

The Princess Royal has paid a pre Christmas visit to troops with a global remit. Princess Anne popped in to see members of the Royal Logistics Corps at their barracks in Gloucestershire. The Princess spent time with 29 Regiment RLC in South Cerney. They gave her an overview of their work which includes ensuring that personnel and equipment are delivered safely anywhere they are needed in…