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Royal Residences: A brief history of York Cottage

Where is it located? York Cottage is a house situated within the grounds of the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk in the East of England. It is sometimes referred to as the Bachelor’s Cottage and was built as an overflow residence for the main Sandringham House. When was it built and when was it used as a royal residence? The year the cottage was built is not recorded, however in 1893, it…
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Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen's Christmas Day surprise

It’s proving to be a very different Christmas in more ways than one for many and the Queen is no exception. This year, the contents of her Christmas Day speech will be kept secret until the moment it is broadcast. Her Majesty usually pre-records her Christmas Day…
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Royal Residences: A brief history of Bagshot Park

Where is it located? Bagshot Park is a royal residence which is located near the village of Bagshot in Surrey. It is approximately 11 miles south of Windsor. The 51-acres occupied by this Grade II listed building are located within a designated area of Windsor Great Park. When was it built and when was it used as a royal residence? The original building was known as Bagshot Lodge and was…
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Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth embraces technology

A global pandemic has not stopped Queen Elizabeth II from keeping in touch with her people. Once again, The Queen had a digital visit. This time with KPMG, an accounting firm celebrating its 150th anniversary. From Windsor Castle, she heard the stories of four employees from across the UK. She also got a touch of the holiday season as they serenaded Her Majesty with a pre-recorded performance…
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King Charles III

Love and laughter - Charles and Camilla share their 2020 Christmas card

The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have revealed their 2020 Christmas card which featured an images of themselves sat on a bench. The image was taken by a member of staff in the couple’s garden at Birkhall in Scotland. Charles and Camilla isolated together at Birkhall for a large part of the year as a result of the ongoing public health emergency. Also revealing their…
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