The second oldest child and the only daughter of Her Majesty The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, the Princess Royal has played an active part in the Commonwealth over the years. She also holds several titles within the Commonwealth including, the 1990 Extra Companion of the Queen’s Service Order and the Canadian Forces Decoration (CD) with three clasps (1999, 2009, and 2019.)
While the…
Princess Anne looks likely to take over from Prince Harry as Captain General of the Royal Marines
20th February 2021
The Princess Royal looks set to take over as the new Captain General of the Royal Marines after the Duke of Sussex was asked to step away from the honorary role.
If her appointment is confirmed, Princess Anne would become the first female Captain General, and the 3rd…
The Royal Year in Review: the Princess Royal
31st December 2020
Princess Anne’s year usually comes to an end with her tucking over 500 engagements under her belt and the words ‘hardest working royal’ ringing in her ears. This year has been very different for the Princess Royal. As well as turning 70, she’s seen her usual pattern…
Five facts about Savannah Phillips
29th December 2020
Today marks the birthday of Queen Elizabeth’s eldest great-grandchild, Savannah Phillips. Learn more about the grandchild of Princess Anne here:
Savannah Anne Kathleen Phillips was born on December 29, 2010, at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. She is the oldest daughter of Peter and Autumn Phillips; the couple also shares a second daughter, Isla Elizabeth Phillips.
Savannah is the oldest…
Christmas Day Fashion Through the Years: Zara Tindall
25th December 2020
Zara Tindall is the younger child and the only daughter of Princess Anne and Mark Phillips. Born in 1981, Royal Central is taking a look at Zara’s Christmas Day fashion throughout the years.
December 25, 1985
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Christmas Day Fashion Through the Years: Princess Anne
24th December 2020
Royal Central is taking a look at the Royal Family’s Christmas Day Fashion throughout the years. In this article, the focus will be on Princess Anne, The Princess Royal. In the 1960s, the Royal Family spent the holidays at Windsor because The Queen’s children…
Royal Residences: A brief history of Gatcombe Park
22nd December 2020
Where is it located?
Gatcombe Park is located in between the villages of Minchinhampton and Avening in Gloucestershire, South West England. Highgrove House, another royal residence, is located six miles away near Tetbury.
When was it built and when was it used as a royal residence?
The Grade II listed building was built in the late 18thcentury following the designs by George Basevi.
10 facts about Peter Phillips
15th November 2020
Today marks the 43rdbirthday of Peter Phillips. Read on to learn more about the oldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh.
Peter Mark Andrew Phillips was born on November 15, 1977, at the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital in…
History of Royal Titles: The Princess Royal
26th October 2020
There are a huge number of official titles given to members of The Royal Family, often determined by degrees of seniority or place in the line of succession. Royal Central is taking a look at where the title ‘The Princess Royal’ originated from and who it can be used…
Princess Anne continues royal support for NHS staff
21st October 2020
The Princess Royal has visited Scarborough Hospital to show royal appreciation for the work of NHS staff throughout the many challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.
Princess Anne visited the hospital, in North Yorkshire, on October 19th 2020 as reports that the region it’s situated in might face further restrictions caused by the spread of the virus.
The Princess spoke to staff across…