Books in Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, which
were reproduced in full-size format and published by the Royal
Collection in association with Walker Books Ltd, are available as
children’s books to purchase from the Royal
Collection. These little books are an exact reproduction
of the miniature original and are probably some of the
most unique children’s books to have appeared in more recent…
I never watch royal documentaries, ever!
In fact, the last documentary I watched which focused on The Royal
Family was on the occasion of The Duke of Edinburgh’s 90th birthday
back in 2011, so it seems fitting my next watch would celebrate Her
Majesty’s 90th…
On Thursday 26 March 2015, the reburial
of King Richard III took place at Leicester Cathedral. One year on,
the city of Leicester has chosen to mark this historic day with a
special programme of commemorative events taking place at the
Cathedral, Guildhall, St. Martin’s…
It has often been said that no one should
have the right to participate in the legislative process without a
democratic mandate. This principle is where the House of Commons
and the Government get their political legitimacy. However, without
a written constitution, what prevents the Government from getting
too much power… and abusing it? In a debate to elect Betty
Boothroyd Speaker of the House…
Buckingham Palace have made a formal
written complaint to the press watchdog over claims made Today’s
newspaper front page by The Sun newspaper which suggests The Queen
is in favour of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union. The
tabloid newspaper reports that Her…
For those interested in retracing the
steps of Henry VIII’s fourth wife in England, they can of course do
so at Hever Castle, the Boleyn seat which was granted her as part
of her annulment settlement, at the site of Richmond Palace, which
remained hers until her death…
April 21st is fast approaching. Why not
celebrate the Queen’s birthday like a royal yourself? After all,
she’ll only turn 90 once. Who doesn’t enjoy raising a glass in
style more than the Royal Family? Ever wonder what the cocktails of
choice for the senior members might be? The Queen Embed from Getty
Images It is well known the Queen is a creature of habit. Each day,
before her lunch…
Whether or not Her Majesty actually owns
all of the swans in the United Kingdom has been a question asked by
many. The short answer is yes, she does. The Queen specifically
owns any unclaimed mute swan in open water in both England and
Wales in ceremonial fashion. This has…
Today in our series on Royal Warrant
holders, we’re going to take a look at Twinings & Co., which has
held a Royal Warrant since the reign of Queen Victoria. Although
tea is as quintessentially British as one can imagine, it wasn’t
always a staple drink in the country.
I have a few pet peeves in life – people
who eat with their mouth open (or no table manners in general),
slow walkers in front of me, and when the Duchess of Cambridge gets
called ‘Kate Middleton’. While I fully understand that those who
are not royal watchers will get it wrong, major publications have
no excuse. This year will be the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s
5th wedding anniversary…
