The relationship of Henry VIII to the
death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth of York, raises possible
interesting psychological theories about his behaviour towards the
six women he later married. These are fascinating to suggest, but
will only ever remain speculative, especially because on this
subject, the King himself was silent. Although his mother died when
Henry was just a child, the death of…
The singer Sir Paul McCartney has been
made a Companion of Honour by The Queen at Buckingham Palace
for his lasting contribution to music in the UK and Worldwide.
He previously received a knighthood from The Queen more than 20
years ago. He also received an MBE in 1965 when…
Arise Dame Darcey Bussell! The Strictly Come Dancing judge and ballerina is knighted by The Queen
4th May 2018
The Strictly Come Dancing judge and
world-renowned ballerina, Darcey Bussell, received her
knighthood at Buckingham Palace on Friday morning. The 49-year-old
was knighted by The Queen at the palace after being named in the
New Year Honours List for services to…
Like other small and private buildings
that exist in the grounds of Queen Victoria’s residences, such as
the Garden Cottage at Balmoral, each is unique, enabling us to gain
a personal glimpse into the Queen’s domestic world, her daily
pursuits and interests. Another such building is the Gothic Ruin at
Frogmore, used by Queen Victoria, but which in contrast to the
others, was not in fact built…
The Queen has been pleased to approve the
appointment of Sajid Javid as Her Majesty’s Principal Secretary of
State for the Home Department. Mr Javid was appointed to the role
of Home Secretary on Monday morning following the resignation of
Amber Rudd on Sunday…
A chance glance upon an entry in an
exhibition catalogue from 2004 immediately attracted my interest
because it related to samples of wallpaper for the Alexander
Palace, the private residence of Tsar Nicholas II and his family,
in Tsarskoe Selo. I knew the last Tsarina had…
White Lodge is a former royal residence,
situated deep within Richmond Park. But its location can
momentarily confuse. Richmond Palace was, of course, one of the
most important palaces of the Tudor dynasty and is consequently far
better known; although the building was not within Richmond Park
itself, nor even adjacent to it, being roughly a mile away.
Richmond Palace was rebuilt by Henry VII on…
The White House has announced that US
President Donald Trump will be visiting the United Kingdom on
Friday 13th July. His itinerary is not yet clear, and it is unknown
whether he will have meetings with any members of The Royal Family.
The trip is not a State Visit, although…
Bulletin announcing the birth of the Royal Baby is placed on Buckingham Palace forecourt
23rd April 2018
The traditional bulletin announcing the
birth of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s third child has been
placed on an easel in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace. The
framed bulletin was brought out of the Privy Purse Door and
was carried across the forecourt where…
The newest member of the House of Windsor
is here and the new son of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge has
arrived on a day with plenty of royal history attached to it. As we
all celebrate the new royal baby, here’s a look at the royal story
of April 23rd. It’s already got royal brownie points as a birthday.
This new little prince shares his birthday with Lady Gabriella
Windsor who was…
