British Royals

Princess Anne in the spotlight as she makes Royal Ascot's feature trophy presentation

Princess Anne was in charge of the trophy presentation for the feature race of the opening day at Royal Ascot.Dressed in a striking green dress with a light sage coat and pale straw coloured hat, the Princess was all smiles as she handed the trophy over to the connections of Field of Gold – the winner of the St James’s Palace Stakes.Taking to the podium to receive their prize…
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Prince Louis shows he's just like Queen Elizabeth II in one way

Prince Louis has shown he shares a very royal passion with Queen Elizabeth II – appearing on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.As Louis, 7, joined the Royal Family to greet crowds and watch a flypast after Trooping the Colour, he clearly relished every moment of the treat, waving at every opportunity.Prince Louis does things his way – againAnd he enjoyed his time on the…
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Canada's strong connection to the Crown on full display at this year's Trooping the Colour

Canada’s connection to Trooping the Colour was on full display as the three royal riders rode horses presented to the Royal Family by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.The Prince of Wales, the Princess Royal, and the Duke of Edinburgh all rode horses gifted by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, two of whom were gifts to the late Queen Elizabeth II.Prince William, who serves as Colonel of…
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The bond between Queen Elizabeth II and her beloved horse, Burmese

For decades, Queen Elizabeth II rode at Trooping the Colour and for many of those years, her choice of horse was simple. Trooping the Colour meant another appearance of Burmese, the striking mare presented to her by the Canadian Mounted Police. And their bond was so strong that one of the most famous statues of Elizabeth II shows her with Burmese.There’s a good reason for that. It was…
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