British Royals

The white rose of York adorns the coffin of Duchess of Kent who was 'proudly of Yorkshire heritage'

The coffin of the Duchess of Kent was adored with white roses, a nod to her home county of Yorkshire.The Duchess, who died at the age of 92, was buried after at Requiem Mass at Westminster Cathedral.During the Catholic service, attended by King Charles, the coffin was draped in the Royal Standard. And on top of that were flowers from her immediate family which included the white rose, the…
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British Royals

Queen Camilla to miss the funeral of the Duchess of Kent after falling ill

Queen Camilla is to miss the funeral of the Duchess of Kent after developing a respiratory illness.Her Majesty is suffering from acute sinusitis and so will not attend the Requiem Mass for the Duchess taking place on September 16 at Westminster Cathedral.Buckingham Palace announced the absence just hours before the funeral was due to begin.A spokesperson said ”With great regret…
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British Royals

The Duke of Kent supported by family as the final journey of the Duchess of Kent begins

The Duke of Kent was supported by his three children as they accompanied the Duchess of Kent’s coffin on its journey from Kensington Palace to Westminster Cathedral.The Duke. 89, lent on the arm of his daughter, Lady Helen Taylor, as he walked across the front steps of the Cathedral as the Royal Hearse arrived bearing the coffin of his wife of 64 years.Royal Family You Tube still/…
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Luxembourg

Royal guest list revealed for abdication in Luxembourg as final countdown begins

The royal guest list for the abdication of Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg has been revealed with just under three weeks to go until he hands over his throne to his eldest son.And it will be a family affair in more ways than one for the Grand Duke who will step aside on October 3 2025 after almost 25 years.He will be joined by his cousin, King Philippe of the Belgians, as he signs the…
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