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Prince William takes part in security and petrol bomb attack training

The Duke of Cambridge has reportedly made a secret visit to a police training centre, where he was taught what to do if he, the Duchess of Cambridge or Prince George come under attack whilst performing royal duties. The Telegraph reports that William is taking these actions to protect himself and his family in case of an emergency. Posting on a social media website, Victoria Hill said “My dad…
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Filming has begun on the set of ‘The Royals’

Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire – One of the filming locations of ‘The Royals’ The filming for a new US television series called ‘The Royals’ has officially begun. The series will be broadcasted on the E! network, with the likes of Elizabeth Hurley (Austin…
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Prince William and Kate choose 'small intimate affair' for Prince George's christening

Prince George’s christening is just under two weeks away and excitement is building over the royal gathering. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge announced last month the Prince’s christening would take place on October 23 in the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace. As the countdown begins to the service, speculation is growing over who will be attending. Prince George’s…
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Extract from Leanda de Lisle's 'Tudor'

This edited excerpt from ‘Tudor’ concerns Henry VIII’s younger sister Mary, known as ‘The French Queen’. She had been married to the aged Louis XII, who she has not yet met, and the scene opens with her about to leave England to meet him as his wife. In…
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The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh return to Buckingham Palace after summer holiday

Her Majesty The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh have returned to Buckingham Palace today after their traditional two-month summer holiday at their highland retreat, Balmoral Castle. The Queen and Prince Philip are set to start off The Queen’s baton relay from Buckingham Palace’s forecourt tomorrow morning. The Royal Standard was raised above Buckingham Palace today upon The…
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Gareth Malone offers his services to The Queen for Prince George's Christening

With the Queen looking for a Director of Music for the Chapel Royal Choir to lead the choir at Prince George’s christening, the concern is that the successful applicant may not be ready for the big day. However, it seems Her Majesty need not worry. British broadcaster, Gareth Malone, has offered his services as the music director if the Queen is unable to appoint one in time for the…
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