British Royals

Queen Camilla adds new engagement to August diary as holidays draw to a close

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8th August 2025
The Queen has added another engagement to her diary as her holidays look set to draw to a close.Her Majesty will visit York Racecourse on August 21st during a racing festival there.Queen Camilla is patron of the racecourse.The royal visit to York will come just days after The Queen joins The King in a series of events marking the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.On August 15h 2025, eight…
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The Scottish titles of the Royal Family

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8th August 2025
While many of the Windsors are known by English titles, several have Scottish honours to their name as well. Here, Royal Central looks at the Scottish titles held by some of its most high profile members.Prince William’s many Scottish titlesThe Prince of Wales has a bumper crop of Scottish titles to his name. The one most associated with William is Duke of Rothesay as he has often…
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The ultimate Olympics moment - how Queen Elizabeth II surprised the world with the help of James Bond

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27th July 2025
It was a moment that took the world by surprise and, thirteen years on, it’s a stand out memory of the Games. In 2012, Queen Elizabeth II took a starring role in one of the most famous Olympics opening ceremonies of all time.On July 27th 2012, all eyes were on London for the inauguration of the Summer Games. A spectacular event, directed by Oscar winner Danny Boyle, was lined up with…
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The history of the title of Princess Royal and the strict rules around which women can hold it

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26th July 2025
In June 1987, Queen Elizabeth II bestowed a highly anticipated honour on her only daughter. It was announced that Anne had been made Princess Royal. The conferral of this very regal title came on June 13 1987 but Anne was actually eligible for it much earlier in her mother’s reign.Who can be the Princess Royal?The title of Princess Royal is traditionally given to the eldest daughter…
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