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A look back at the York Family’s tumultuous year – a time filled with joy, heartbreak and dilemma

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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…
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King Charles III

The 'posh' soap opera that tempted a Princess and Duchess to take part

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7th December 2021
To mark its 70th birthday, The Duchess of Cornwall visited the longest-running daily soap opera, on BBC Radio 4, The Archers. On air since 1951, the show has tempted the Duchess and other royalty to participate and make an appearance over the years. In honour of the Duchess’ visit, Royal Central is taking a look back at those memorable appearances. In June 1984, for the first time, a…
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Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne carries out Investitures

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3rd December 2021
It’s been a busy few months at Windsor Castle, with hundreds of people being honoured at Investiture ceremonies. On the week of 1 December, The Princess Royal took reign of the ceremonies honouring those for their incredible work. Among those honoured was Yvonne Lawson MBE, who founded the Godwin Lawson Foundation. Created in honour of her son, Godwin Lawson, who died during an attack in…
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Palaces & Buildings

Windsor Castle ready for Christmas

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26th November 2021
Windsor Castle is ready to celebrate the holidays. The Christmas decorations are up and visitors will be able to see the State Apartments transformed with shimmering Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and festive garlands. Photo by Royal Collection Trust In addition to…
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Royal Jeweller Garrard at centre of new Kensington Palace exhibition

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18th November 2021
In a new exhibition at Kensington Palace, the popular royal jeweller Garrard is taking centre stage in a new display in the palace’s jewel room. The exhibit is set to explore the relationship between the famed jeweller and the British Royal Family over time. Garrard has been the choice jeweller for generations of British kings and queens, and for 160 years it was the holder of the coveted…
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