This special report was written for Royal Central by royal correspondent Netty Leistra, who saw the historic State visit unfold firsthand.
In Germany, especially in Berlin and Hamburg, people could hardly not have heard that King Charles III and Queen Camilla were making a State Visit as March came to an end.
In an unexpected turn of events, the State Visit to France was cancelled, which…
Many were expecting Queen Camilla to select a new tiara for the State Banquet in Germany, to symbolise her new status as Queen; however, King Charles’ wife opted for a piece we saw her wear on numerous occasions during her tenure as Duchess of Cornwall.
The Greville…
As Queen Camilla arrived in Germany for the first outgoing State Visit of King Charles III’s reign, her outfit had echoes of the past. For the last outgoing State Visit made by Queen Elizabeth II was to Germany and the new consort seemed to nod to the previous trip on…
Queen Camilla is said to be “deeply saddened” at the death of TV presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady, who died on Tuesday evening at the age of 67.
Birkenhead born O’Grady, who was also one first mainstream drag acts television as Lily Savage, died “unexpectedly but peacefully.”
O’Grady was also widely known for his work with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and…
How many consort crowns are there?
17th March 2023
Queen Camilla made the headlines in February when it was announced that she would wear Queen Mary’s crown for the 6 May coronation at Westminster Abbey. Throughout the centuries, some consorts have re-worn previously created crowns. However, several consorts have also had…
Queen Camilla forced to cancel visit to the home of horse racing after helicopter is grounded due to snowy conditions
9th March 2023
The Queen has been forced to pull out of a visit to Newmarket in Suffolk after the weather scuppered her travel plans.
Her Majesty was due to visit Newmarket – the global headquarters of horse racing – for a series of engagements.
Queen Camilla was due to…
Queen Camilla reschedules engagements following illness
8th March 2023
Queen Camilla has rescheduled a number of engagements following a period of illness last month.
In February, Her Majesty was forced to cancel a number of visits after contracting Covid-19.
At the time, Buckingham Palace said The Queen would reschedule these engagements for some time in the future.
The palace has now updated their diary, confirming that Her Majesty’s visit to the…
The King and Queen name a baby rhino in Colchester as they celebrate the new city's status
8th March 2023
King Charles and Queen Camilla made a visit to Colchester in Essex this week to celebrate its newly acquired city status, which they gained during Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee.
Their Majesties arrived in the city approximately an hour late because of…
Conflict past and present at heart of State Visit to Germany
4th March 2023
King Charles and Queen Camilla will undertake their first official state visit since The King ascended to the throne, visiting France and Germany at the end of the month.
From 26 to 31 March, Their Majesties will embark on an official visit to celebrate shared histories…
Green technology and the glitter of Versailles: the agenda of King Charles's State Visit to France
4th March 2023
Buckingham Palace announced the first State Visit of King Charles III’s reign will take place at the end of March, with official visits to both France and Germany on the calendar.
Their Majesties will embark on their first State Visit between 26 and 31 March, arriving in Paris on the first day and carrying out official engagements until their departure for Germany on 29 March.
King Charles…