Queens and witchcraft aren’t words that go together. In books and in films, witches are the wicked women who stand in the way of pretty princesses as they search for a happy ending. In the history of royalty, witchcraft was a tool to use against women who might otherwise be untouchable. And several of England’s queens found themselves accused of being witches at times when enemies…
In the early autumn days of 1537, King Henry VIII was celebrating as his court welcomed a prince. His longed for son and heir, Edward, had been born on October 12th at Hampton Court Palace to widespread rejoicing.  Preparations were in full swing for an elaborate…
Towns and cities across the UK are hosting beer festivals inspired by Oktoberfest, the famous celebration that usually takes over Munich as autumn arrives. The main German event was cancelled in 2021 for the second year in a row, because of the pandemic. But while thousands…
It’s not been the easiest of weeks for the House of Windsor. There was a lot of debate after it was confirmed The Queen had spent a night in hospital just hours after doctors had advised her to rest. It wasn’t just the Monarch’s health that got people talking. Buckingham Palace’s decision to keep the hospital stay private for over 24 hours led to discussions around…
Japan's Princess Mako celebrates 30th birthday - her last as a royal
23rd October 2021
Japan’s Princess Mako celebrates her 30th birthday today – her last birthday as a member of the Imperial Family. In a few days’ time, the Princess will renounce her titles and place in the Imperial Family as she marries her commoner boyfriend.
She was…
The majority of us were born in Queen Elizabeth II’s reign and she is the only Monarch we have ever known. She has become such a steady figure in our lives that it is quite hard to picture life without Britain’s longest-reigning monarch. At 95 years of age, it is perhaps…
Buckingham Palace accused of subterfuge after flying the Royal Standard at Windsor Castle when The Queen was in hospital
22nd October 2021
Buckingham Palace has been accused of subterfuge and deceit with commentators claiming that they tried to ‘cover-up’ the fact The Queen was hospitalised this week.
On Wednesday morning, it was announced that The Queen had cancelled a visit to Northern Ireland in order to rest following medical advice.
Throughout the day and into Thursday, the Royal Household briefed royal…
The Queen declares 'you're as old as you feel' as she turns down award
19th October 2021
The Queen has turned down the honour of being named ”Oldie of the Year”, declaring that age is a state of mind.
As her daughter in law, the Duchess of Cornwall, handed out the annual prizes honouring members of the older generation, it was revealed that Her…
Southend-on-Sea has the longest reigning Monarch in British history to thank for its move to city status. The Queen has agreed to elevate the iconic seaside resort in honour of Sir David Amess, the MP for Southend West, who had long campaigned for it to become a city. Sir…
BREAKING: The Queen to grant Southend-on-Sea with city status in tribute to killed MP Sir David Amess
18th October 2021
The Queen has agreed to grant Southend-on-Sea with city status in tribute to the constituency’s long-serving MP, Sir Davis Amess.
Announcing the news in the House of Commons chamber, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that he had spoken to Her Majesty, and that she has agreed to make upgrade the large coastal town to a city.
Sir David Amess was killed on Friday afternoon during a meeting…
