The Children’s Surgery Foundation has announced that Lady Frederick Windsor, the wife of Lord Frederick Windsor and daughter-in-law to Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, has become their new Royal Patron.
Previously known as the Chelsea Children’s Hospital Charity, the Children’s Surgery Foundation was founded 37 years ago to raise money for urgently needed equipment and items…
Royal Wedding Flowers: the Kent Brides
8th June 2020
Royal wedding bouquets are often overlooked but they are often filled with significance. As well as the myrtle that’s been a tradition since the time of Queen Victoria, these posies are filled with blooms that nod to history and highlight the romance that has brought a…
The Duchess of Kent's secret double life revealed
25th May 2020
The Duchess of Kent is perhaps one of the least known members of The Royal Family, but despite this, she has consistently remained a firm favourite for royal watchers around the globe. She has been suffering from ill health in recent years meaning her public appearances are…
The Duke of Kent has spoken of his frustration at having to miss royal visits because of the coronavirus pandemic. His comments came in a special message recorded for the RNLI in which he praised the organisation for its tenacity and courage in what he described as ”one of the worst storms” it has ever faced.
The Queen’s cousin, who has been patron of the rescue service for…
Before they were royal: the life of the Duchess of Kent
24th May 2020
Born Katharine Lucy Mary Worsley on 22 February 1933, she would one day become a much-loved member of the Royal Family, as the Duchess of Kent, but now we take a look at her life before her marriage to Prince Edward, Duke of Kent.
Katharine is the youngest child and only…
Senior government minister witnessed the birth of Princess Alexandra to ensure there was no baby swapping
21st May 2020
In years gone by, it was customary for the birth of any royal baby to be witnessed by the UK Home Secretary ensuring the new arrival was genuine.
The Queen’s cousin, Princess Alexandra, was the last royal to have had her birth witnessed by the by an official…
Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy, has recorded a special video message sending her best wishes to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Her Royal Highness recorded the message for the 2020 Alzheimer’s Society People Awards which in ordinary times would have been held at St James’s Palace.
The 83-year-old has been Royal Patron of the Alzheimer’s Society since 1990 and…
Marie Christine von Reibnitz has been a member of the British Royal Family for over 40 years, and even though she doesn’t carry out official royal engagements, she is a well-known figure, not least because of some of her highly publicised controversial actions in the…
One of the most interesting – and controversial – members of the British Royal Family has always been tied to royalty. We’re taking a look at the early life of Princess Michael of Kent, an accomplished author, interior designer, mother, grandmother, and wife to The…
The Duchess of Kent has sent a supportive message to her patronage, Hull & East Riding Breast Friends, during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Her Royal Highness’s message was shared by a member of staff on the charity’s website: “The Duchess of Kent has asked me to convey to you and Hull & East Riding Breast Friends her best wishes during this extraordinarily…