The Coronation of King Charles III and
Queen Camilla were marked by a series of official photographs which
have become the historic portraits of the moment a new Monarch and
consort were crowned. Taken in Buckingham Palace by Hugo Burnand,
the photos show King Charles and Queen Camilla in their regalia
following the service. Hugo Burnand The first photograph shows King
Charles in full…
The good luck gift turned into one of the most famous pieces of modern royal jewellery
29th December 2023
Queen Camilla gave a brand new chapters
to one of the most famous tiaras in the Royal Family’s collection
in 2023 when she wore it for the State Banquet in honour of the
President of South Korea. Her Majesty chose the very modern ruby
tiara which was created in the late…
New titles, same old work ethic: the year for the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh
29th December 2023
In many ways, the Duke and Duchess of
Edinburgh are a bed rock of the Royal Family: the steadfast couple
who carries out daily engagements, travels the world, and
represents King Charles III at state and ceremonial events. [getty
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The tiny jewel with a huge history that was vital for the Coronation
29th December 2023
England has held coronations for hundreds
of years and despite the country’s vast history, one might be
surprised to learn that the oldest part of the Crown Jewels, is a
spoon. The silver-gilt spoon is first recorded in 1349 as being
preserved among St Edward’s Regalia in Westminster Abbey. At this
date in time, the spoon is described as already in its “antique
forme.” Stylistically…
It’s been an eventful year for the Prince
and Princess of Wales. Their first full year in their new roles
came to a close with new high-profile initiatives for young people,
homelessness, and the environment. There were official overseas
visits and ceremonial state…
A tiara that began as a wedding present
from devoted parents to a daughter about to marry a king’s son has
made a surprise appearance after almost nine decades tucked away in
the royal vaults. The Princess of Wales chose the Strathmore Rose
tiara for the State Banquet…
Looking back at 2023: King Charles and Queen Camilla cheered through Edinburgh for the Scottish Coronation
28th December 2023
The King and Queen were cheered through
the streets of Edinburgh as the celebrations for the Scottish
celebration got under way on July 5th 2023. [getty src=”1502167486″
width=”594″ height=”393″ tld=”com”] Their Majesties were driven
from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to St. Giles’ Cathedral for the
Presentation of the Honours of Scotland – the Crown, the Sceptre
and the…
The King’s Speech was the most watched
programme on Christmas Day. King Charles topped the biggest ratings
contest of the year with 7.48 million people tuning in to hear him
speak. His nearest competition was the festive edition of Strictly
Come Dancing which drew…
The King has delivered the second
Christmas broadcast of his reign, calling for people to come
together across the Commonwealth and the wider world. The King’s
Speech in full “Many of the Festivals of the great Religions of the
world are celebrated with a special…
Fergie can't hide her happiness as she joins the Royal Family at Sandringham on Christmas Day
25th December 2023
Sarah, Duchess of York couldn’t contain
her happiness as she arrived at church with the Royal Family on
Christmas Day. The arrival of Sarah surprised many but the duchess
was in great spirits as she made the short walk from Sandringham
House to St. Mary Magdalene. At one point, she was so happy she
threw her arms around her former sister-in-law, the Princess Royal,
for an impromptu cuddle.
