Top marks to the producers of ‘Royal Paintbox’ for capturing such a candid side to the Prince of Wales in explaining his own thoughts on the Royal Family’s artwork and previous generations of the Royal Family.
One of the main things that was apparent from the start was Prince Charles’s desire to almost emulate previous generations of royalty in his landscapes. Painting…
Top 5 Most Beautiful Castles In Britain
12th April 2013
There is no doubt that Britain’s history means it has some of the most fantastic residences in the world. We have decided, in a break with ‘strictly royal’ content, we’d provide you all with a list of 5 of the most beautiful castles in England.
Hope…
Queen To Attend Baroness Thatcher's Funeral
9th April 2013
Buckingham Palace has confirmed this morning The Queen be in attendance at the funeral of Baroness Thatcher. There was some uncertainty whether Her Majesty would attend, and last night Buckingham Palace had said a decision was awaiting information.
It is a precedent as it…
British Reaction To Baroness Thatcher's Death
8th April 2013
Despite Thatcher’s controversial policies and stance, Britain is in mourning for one of its most memorable Prime Ministers.
A Tweet from the British Monarchy’s Twitter account said, Her Majesty The Queen The Queen “was sad to hear the news of the death of Baroness Thatcher. HM will be sending a private message of sympathy to the family”
The British Flag now flies at…
Margaret Thatcher, 1925-2013
8th April 2013
Along with Her Majesty and many conservatives around the world, I am truly saddened at the passing of Baroness Thatcher.
But at the same time, I am forever grateful that she lived and fought. She was my Prime Minister as I grew up in the UK, and was a keen influence on my…
Baroness Thatcher Has Died
8th April 2013
Baroness Thatcher, Britain’s first woman prime minster, has died this morning after suffering a stroke at the age of 87. It was announced by her children in a statement.
A statement from Buckingham Palace said: “The Queen was sad to hear the news of the death of…
5 Things You Didn't Know About British Royal Funerals
31st March 2013
1. Planning Ahead
Funerals for top members of the Royal Family are already planned ahead. For many years, the funerals for Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh have been planned on the occasion they should die. The Queen and the Duke have alway been involved in laying out their own funeral plans. Her Majesty’s funeral plans are codenamed ‘London…
RSPCA Say "Queen's Swans Being Illegally Hunted For Food"
31st March 2013
Mute swans are being targeted by people with crossbows as the RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) say people are trying to catch them for food.
Unfortunately for these people, it is unlawful in the UK to hunt Mute Swans because they’re all…
Traditions Of A Royal Birth
16th February 2013
Yes, the day is getting closer. the day when Britain’s future King or Queen is born. In this feature article, we take a look at how royal babies’ births are handled by an institution with over 1000 years’ history, how births are proclaimed and received…
Top 10 Royalty Orientated Anecdotes
12th February 2013
Everyone who loves the Royal Family will tell you that there’s nothing to beat a good royalty-orientated story or anecdote so here are our top 10 royal anecdotes from the British Royal Family. Enjoy!
‘The Nervous Bishop’
Queen Elizabeth II was hosting a meal for various clergy at Buckingham Palace when one of the footmen brought to Her Majesty a silver platter containing an…