Since her marriage to The Prince of Wales in 2005, the Duchess of Cornwall has participated in a number of Commonwealth Day services. For Commonwealth Day 2021, the Duchess sat down with BBC for A Celebration for Commonwealth Day, a programme honouring The Queen’s lifetime commitment to the Commonwealth.
The Duchess, who launched her own book club in January, talks in the programme about…
Since her engagement to Prince Harry in 2017, the now Duchess of Sussex has made a frequent appearance at the annual Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey. Her appearances have marked several noteworthy moments in her and the Duke’s life as senior working…
Prince William visits vaccination centre in Norfolk as nearly 18M receive first jab
22nd February 2021
On Monday, Prince William made his first in-person royal visit of the new year, visiting a vaccination centre in Norfolk.
At the King’s Lynn Corn Exchange, the Duke of Cambridge met with some people receiving the vaccine. He spoke with the National Health Service…
The history of King Edward VII's Hospital
19th February 2021
King Edward VII’s Hospital is a private hospital in Marylebone, in central London, often used by the Royal Family. The hospital was established in 1899 at the suggestion of the then Prince of Wales – the future King Edward VII – who would later become the hospital’s patron.
During the First World War, the hospital specialised in treating wounding officers. After the…
A timeline of Prince Philip's health problems
19th February 2021
The Duke of Edinburgh was hospitalised for “precautionary measures” on Wednesday. The palace announced the hospitalisation was not related to the coronavirus, for which the Duke received his vaccine in January. While he is said to be in good spirits, this is not…
Prince Charles and Camilla make their first public visit of 2021 while Prince Philip is being treated in hospital
18th February 2021
On Wednesday, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall thanked volunteers fighting the pandemic in their first public outing of 2021. During their visit, the Prince’s father, the Duke of Edinburgh, was under observation at King Edward VII Hospital in London for…
The Queen continues work at Windsor after Prince Philip is hospitalised
17th February 2021
On Wednesday the Duke of Edinburgh was admitted to King Edward VII Hospital in London as a “precautionary measure” after feeling unwell. In midst of his hospitalisation, The Queen continues to carry out royal duties from Windsor.
On Wednesday Her Majesty held an audience with First Sea Lord Admiral Tony Radakin about Royal Navy operations and the well-being of people throughout the…
A hat trick of royal babies for 2021
17th February 2021
2021 is proving to be the year of royal babies for the British Royal Family. The Queen will have a hat trick of new great-grandchildren including Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s son, and the upcoming births of the children from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex…
A Year in Review: The Sussex Exit
6th February 2021
The 8th of January 2020 is a day that will not be forgotten in royal history. In an Instagram post, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they would “step back as ‘senior’ members” of the British Royal Family. The announcement came with many…
Which royals are buried at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle?
23rd January 2021
Built-in 1475, St Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle was originally founded by King Edward III in the 14th century and was extensively expanded in the 15th century. Over time, its become the famous site of many royal services, including the Order of the Garter, royal weddings, and burials.
With seven places inside the chamber being the final resting place of royals, Royal Central is taking a look…