A member of the Royal Family since 2011, the Duchess of Cambridge has become patron of a number of organisations across the United Kingdom, particularly focused on the Duchess’s interests, including young people, mental health, and sport. As the Duchess celebrates her 40th birthday, Royal Central is looking at her patronages supporting sport.
All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet…
How Princess Anne ousted Charles from the 'busiest royal' spot in 2021
4th January 2022
The Princess Royal has narrowly beat out her brother, Prince Charles, as she earned herself the top spot on 2021’s list of the busiest royals.
The Queen’s eldest two children are known to be deeply committed to supporting Her Majesty by attending hundreds of…
Prince Andrew asked to prove inability to sweat by Virginia Giuffre's lawyers
1st January 2022
Prince Andrew has been asked to provide documents proving his “alleged medical inability to sweat” in a court filing by attorneys for Virginia Roberts Giuffre, who has accused the Duke of York of sexual assault in a US civil lawsuit.
In the court documents…
As the world says goodbye to 2021 and welcomes in 2022 with a hopeful spirit, the Prince of Wales has shared his hopes for the upcoming year.
In a New Year’s Day message, Prince Charles reflected on global struggles, and expressed his hope for peaceful resolutions to conflict.
His Royal Highness said: “As westarta New Year, we might take a moment to remember the many…
Westminster Abbey Dean campaigned for Sir Elton John to sing at Diana's funeral
30th December 2021
Papers released by the National Archives suggest there were concerns ahead of Sir Elton John’s poignant performance of “Candle in the Wind” at the Funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales. With concerns the lyrics would be deemed “too sentimental,”…
A new Netflix comedy special has criticised for making fun of the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Death to 2021 premiered on the streaming platform on 27 December and is the second installment of the satirical mockumentary, the first installment, Death to 2020…
Royals are 'upset' after the removal of trusted protection officers following security incident
30th December 2021
Members of the Royal Family are reportedly upset by the removal of trusted protection officers after a recent security breach at Windsor Castle.
On Christmas morning, a 19-year-old man armed with a crossbow, was arrested for trespassing on the grounds of Windsor Castle where Her Majesty The Queen was due to celebrate the holiday with other members of the Royal Family. It’s reported the…
The Queen's year in review: A year of heartbreak and difficult circumstances
26th December 2021
2021 has brought a year of joy, personal heartbreak, and difficult circumstances for many people worldwide, and The Queen is no exception. As the year comes to a close, Royal Central is looking back on Her Majesty’s year and all the highs, lows, and little moments in…
Through the years, the Royal Family has often sent out holiday cards featuring new or rare photos of themselves and their families. Royal Central is taking a look at the tradition that dates back to the days of King George V and Queen Mary.
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King George V and Queen…
A look back at the York Family’s tumultuous year – a time filled with joy, heartbreak and dilemma
17th December 2021
One could say it has been quite a busy year for the York family with both highlights and some more difficult moments. Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie both welcomed their first child, Sarah, Duchess of York, published another book, and Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, found himself dealing with legal issues in the United States. With 2021 coming to a close and 2022 upon us, Royal Central is…
