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Pasties and a promise to return: the Duke of Cornwall enjoys the sunshine on the Scilly Isles

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11th May 2024
The Duke of Cornwall piled up the pasties on a visit to the Scilly Isles and promised those he met he’d be back with his family. Important visit for Prince William Prince William was visiting the islands officially for the first time as Duke of Cornwall although he and his wife have spent several breaks there privately with their children. The Duke of Cornwall drew big crowds on his…
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Why did King Charles III wear two crowns on the day of the Coronation?

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6th May 2024
The Coronation of King Charles III took place a year ago in a day of pomp and pageantry with an ancient ceremony at its heart. The King was crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6th 2023 and wore two different crowns at different parts of the service. St. Edward’s Crown sits alongside Queen Mary’s crown ahead of the Coronation service on May 6th 2023 (BBC still/ fair use) At the…
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The poignant tribute at the Coronation now recorded for history

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5th May 2024
”Around the Tomb of theUnknown Warrior were arranged spring flowers symbolic of remembrance, including sprigs of rosemary, bay for virtue, bluebells and forget-me-nots for constancy of love, daffodils for chivalry, cowslips, and lilac for memories of youth.” These words, inscribed on the Coronation Roll of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, recall one of the most…
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A royal rarity - an emerald engagement ring

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2nd May 2024
It’s rare to see a royal engagement ring with a flash of green about it. Emeralds aren’t the most popular pick for royal betrothals but the few that have hit the headlines are all rather striking. And as the gem is the birthstone for May, now seems a good time to…
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Princess Charlotte is all smiles as she celebrates her birthday

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2nd May 2024
Princess Charlotte is celebrating her ninth birthday and her proud mum has taken a brand new photo to mark the occasion. The Prince and Princess of Wales shared the image of their daughter with thanks for the birthday wishes sent her way. In a post on their X and Instagram, William and Catherine said ‘’Happy Birthday Princess Charlotte! Thank you for all of the kind messages…
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