There are hundreds of countries, states
and territories which have been visited by members of the Royal
Family, but there are few which hold a special and long-lasting
place in their hearts. Kenya is one country which has acted as a
polaroid for key royal events for several years and is, therefore,
remembered fondly. The most memorable link between the royals and
Kenya is that it is where…
Richard III movie starring Steve Coogan to start filming next year
6th September 2020
Films about historical Kings and Queens
are not unique as there are so many that exist. They usually
showcase a monarch’s greatest achievements or their most tragic
shortcomings, such as wars and crusades. A new movie about Richard
III is set to begin filming in 2021…
The Royal Family famously support
hundreds of charities and organisations every year through their
patronages and recognition of their causes. Several royals are
remembered for their work with one or two particular foundations
due to the public impact, and here is a list of…
How do they compare? A look at British and European royal funding
1st September 2020
The idea of royalty is magic itself. The
crowns. The power. The money. But is it all that it is built up to
be? What if you could decide? How would the world be different
today if the royal families had never existed? On average, the
British Royal Family cost the taxpayer £43 million a year, with
them being estimated at a net worth of £383 million as a
collective. Individually, they each…
As we begin another month, Royal Central
takes a look at some of September’s most memorable royal moments: 1
September 1878: On this day in 1878, Princess Alexandra of Saxe
Coburg and Gotha was born in Germany to Prince Alfred, Duke of Saxe
Coburg and Gotha and…
Diana was an influential figure the world
over and brought light to some of the most controversial subjects,
from AIDS/HIV to landmines and homelessness. Unfortunately, she
only lived to the age of 36, so here is a fact to mark each year of
Diana’s short life. As a…
It was recently announced that the statue
being designed to honour Diana, Princess of Wales will be installed
on what would be Diana’s 60th birthday next year. This is the first
joint venture by both her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry
since it was reported that they had drifted apart. The statue was
commissioned by her sons back in 2017 to “recognise her positive
impact”. The…
On 21 August 1930, one of the most famous
royal stories of the 20th century began with the birth of Princess
Margaret. The Princess lived an eventful life and died in 2002. On
what would have been her 90th birthday, Royal Central rounds ups
some of the most fascinating facts…
It might be the height of summer but
August has plenty of royal history within its 31 days. From
birthdays to wedding anniversaries to coronations, here are some of
the most famous royal August anniversaries. August 4, 1981 On this
day in 1981 Meghan, the Duchess of…
