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The royal romance of one of Britain's best loved kings and most popular queens

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13th February 2024
It’s not every day one gets to marry a prince. But for Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (later known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother,) it was a real-life fairytale. King George VI, formerly known as Prince Albert, Duke of York was the second son of King George V. When his father became king, he became second in line to the throne behind his brother, Edward, Prince of Wales. It is…
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British Royals

A new year and new overseas visits for the Royal Family

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6th January 2024
As we transition into a new year, the Royal Family is transitioning into a new diary of engagements and royal tours. While some members of the family have their plans announced, there will be a number of engagements and tours kept under wraps until the last minute because of security concerns. We do know King Charles and Queen Camilla will be traveling to Canada in May. It follows criticism…
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British Royals

The tiny jewel with a huge history that was vital for the Coronation

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29th December 2023
England has held coronations for hundreds of years and despite the country’s vast history, one might be surprised to learn that the oldest part of the Crown Jewels, is a spoon. The silver-gilt spoon is first recorded in 1349 as being preserved among St Edward’s Regalia in Westminster Abbey. At this date in time, the spoon is described as already in its “antique forme.&#8221…
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Royal Christmas

A medieval royal Christmas

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22nd December 2023
Every Christmas, we expect the Royal Family to go to Sandringham for their annual Christmas Day church service and later, hear a speech from the Monarch. While that is the tradition in the 21st century, the days of the Royal Family celebrating Christmas in a big way date…
Reviews

Review: 'A Lady in Waiting: My Extraordinary Life in the Shadow of the Crown' by Anne Glenconner

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21st December 2023
When I saw a post about “Lady in Waiting: My Extraordinary Life in the Shadow of the Crown” by Anne Glenconner, I was immediately intrigued. It’s not often you hear from the people who worked behind palace walls. I was excited to learn more about the personal moments Anne had with members of the royal family but, the book, you could say was worth the waiting. The book begins…
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