British Royals

‘Not bloody likely’ - Inside the night Princess Anne fought off a gunman

Fifty years after one of the most audacious attacks on the Royal Family, Ian Ball – the man who tried to kidnap Princess Anne – walks free and insists he is innocent.It was a quiet March evening in 1974 when Princess Anne, then just 23, was being driven back to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. Sitting beside her in the back seat of a Royal limousine was her husband, Captain…
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Buckingham Palace eye view of the Lionesses as football comes home (again)

Thousands gathered to see the Lionesses on their victory parade down the Mall in London following their win in the 2025 Euros but for those who couldn’t be there, the roayals shared the best view of all.The parade, as see through the windows of Buckingham Palace, made its way on to the social media channels of the Royal Family.Buckingham Palace at the heart of celebrations for the…
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The ultimate Olympics moment - how Queen Elizabeth II surprised the world with the help of James Bond

It was a moment that took the world by surprise and, thirteen years on, it’s a stand out memory of the Games. In 2012, Queen Elizabeth II took a starring role in one of the most famous Olympics opening ceremonies of all time.On July 27th 2012, all eyes were on London for the inauguration of the Summer Games. A spectacular event, directed by Oscar winner Danny Boyle, was lined up with…
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The history of the title of Princess Royal and the strict rules around which women can hold it

In June 1987, Queen Elizabeth II bestowed a highly anticipated honour on her only daughter. It was announced that Anne had been made Princess Royal. The conferral of this very regal title came on June 13 1987 but Anne was actually eligible for it much earlier in her mother’s reign.Who can be the Princess Royal?The title of Princess Royal is traditionally given to the eldest daughter…
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