Garter Day is one of the most traditional in the royal calendar. The Most Noble Order of the Garter is an order of chivalry founded by Edward III in 1348 and is the most senior order in the country.
Appointments are solely up to the Sovereign and made at their personal discretion. There no more than 24 living companions, or members, at any one time in addition to The King who is Sovereign of…
The history and ceremony of Trooping the Colour, one of the biggest royal events of the year
12th June 2025
It’s an occasion many look forward to every year, when we see the Royal Family come together on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. But there is far more to the history and ceremony of Trooping the Colour.
For centuries, it’s marked the Sovereign’s official…
She was the woman who would change royal history forever. Wallis Simpson’s romance with King Edward VIII led to him deciding between love and duty. In the end, it was a choice of love. The King Emperor abdicated the throne as he was unable to marry the American divorcée…
The special titles filled with tradition that William and Catherine are about to use
28th April 2025
Many know William and Catherine as the Prince and Princess of Wales. But as they head to Scotland for their wedding anniversary, they will be using at least one different title that many already know – the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay.
This is an ancient title and one that came to the couple automatically. As soon as Prince William became heir to the throne, on September 8 2022, he also…
For years, we’ve seen the Prince and Princess of Wales go head to head in all kinds of contest with one another. From sports to baking, everything is on the table when it comes to a William and Catherine fun filled royal off. Whether it’s games or a cheeky…
Another day, another engagement for one of the busiest members of the Royal Family, Princess Anne.
The Princess Royal visited the new UCL East Campus on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford for a celebration of scientific innovation in London.
During her visit…
During a six-day visit to Nepal, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have opened up some more about their 25-year-long marriage and the secret to lasting love.
During a visit to a botanical garden, while hand-in-hand, the pair were exchanging jokes and when asked what their secret is to their happy marriage, Edward said ‘Because we’re best friends.’ Sophie then added…
It's one of the most famous royal jewels in the world - but are we getting its name wrong?
31st January 2025
One of the most famous of all royal jewels is a red gem that has belonged to princes and kings for over 600 years. It’s got a very familiar name but part of it could be completely wrong. However, despite the mislabelling, the legendary stone retains its legendary name.
King Charles honours Holocaust survivors at Buckingham Palace as plans to visit Auschwitz for commemoration are announced
14th January 2025
King Charles III is already making plans for his first overseas trip of the New Year, visiting the Auschwitz-Birkenau camp in Poland for a solemn commemoration.
The visit, on January 27th, will take place on the 80th anniversary of when the concentration camp was…
It has been a difficult year for King Charles. After an operation at the start of 2024, he discovered he had cancer and has been receiving treatment ever since. It altered the way he worked for several months but his return to public engagements has clearly brought him contentment and his work remains undimmed. While there have been difficulties, the King has also had many positive moments in a…
