Princess Margaret, younger sister to
Queen Elizabeth II, passed away in 2002, shortly before their
mother. The later years of her life were quiet and difficult, due
to strokes, surgeries, and accidents. However, she was a popular
royal and led a busy life as sister to The Queen. Princess
Margaret Rose was born to the Duke and Duchess of York on 21 August
1930, at Glamis Castle. The younger…
The Duchess of Cornwall has released her
summer reading list to ‘provide a bit of escapism’ to readers. Her
reading list includes mysteries, classics and contemporary works,
and Camilla said in a statement: “I am delighted to share a few
more of my favourite…
Prince Charles celebrates special anniversary for largest Hindu Temple in UK
21st August 2020
On Thursday, Prince Charles joined Indian
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, among other leaders, to mark the 25th
anniversary of the first Hindu temple in the western hemisphere,
the Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in London. In its 25 years, the temple
has become a centre for…
Prince of Wales sends message of support to Australians after COVID-19 resurrgence
20th August 2020
The Prince of Wales has sent a message of
support to Australians after COVID-19 cases have surged in the
state of Victoria. “I have always felt a special fondness for
Victoria, having spent six very happy months there at school 54
years ago and having had a chance to explore various parts of the
state,” Prince Charles says in the recorded message. “I know that
Victorians, like all…
A great deal of sadness will be felt at
Balmoral this evening after The Queen’s horse, Space Walk, suffered
a fatal injury at Newbury Racecourse. Space Walk was a
four-year-old bay gelding who has provided lots of success for Her
Majesty over the years. On Sunday…
European royals in the British line of succession: Sweden's Royal Family
16th August 2020
Continuing our new series, Royal Central
is taking a look at the members of Sweden’s Royal Family who are in
the British line of succession. But what places the family in the
British line, and where do they stand? Britain’s Queen Victoria was
King Carl XVI…
The Duke of Cambridge gave a speech on
Saturday evening as part of the nation’s commemorations for VJ
Day’s 75th anniversary. In a pre-recorded speech as part of BBC
One’s VJ Day 75 – The Nation’s Tribute, William spoke of the
bravery of the soldiers involved, and how his great-grandfather,
King George VI, celebrated the end of the conflict. We must not
forget our responsibility…
The Prince of Wales has told World War
Two veterans that they are ”respected, thanked and cherished with
all our hearts, and for all time”. Prince Charles’ words came as he
led tributes on the 75th anniversary of VJ Day. The prince was
speaking at a…
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh have
sent their thanks to all those who fought in World War Two in a
special message marking the 75th anniversary of the end of the
conflict. As countries across the globe marked VJ Day, the Queen
spoke of their gratitude for all those…
The Princess Royal marks her 70th
birthday on August 15th 2020 and she’s got plenty to celebrate.
Princess Anne has a royal career spanning over half a century and
is widely admired as one of the hardest working and most dedicated
members of the House of Windsor. In recent times, she’s won a whole
new range of fans. As she celebrates this big birthday, Royal
Central marks the moment…
