Prince & Princess of Wales

The community Christmas services that are now part of the festive tradition of the Princess of Wales

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30th November 2024
The Princess of Wales is a beloved member of the Royal Family and a tradition that she started in 2021 to bring communities together is now a festive season staple that even more people will be able to attend. Together at Christmas is an annual carol service held at Westminster Abbey. Each year, different individuals and group representatives are invited to the service to thank them for their…
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A king called Charles keeps an eye on Holyroodhouse's sparkling Christmas trees

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28th November 2024
It’s the third Christmas of the new Carolean age at Holyroodhouse but it’s another king called Charles who has a star role in this year’s festive celebrations. As the Edinburgh palace unveiled its trees and decorations for the season, King Charles II had a starring role. The Throne Room at Holyroodhouse is dominated by John Michael Wright’s portrait of Charles…
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Prince William joins Welsh Guards for training

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27th November 2024
The heir to the throne took part in live shooting exercises on a visit to one of his regiments. The Prince of Wales spent a day training with the Welsh Guards on Salisbury Plain as their role shifts. The Prince of Wales took part in training exercises with the Welsh Guards(Kensington Palace/ X still) The Welsh Guards are now returning to life as a Field Army having spent the past two years…
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Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle make State Visit swap

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26th November 2024
One is the most famous royal residence in the world and the other is one of the oldest. And they are about to do a swap. The £369m renovation to London’s Buckingham Palace means that State Visits will be relocated – well for a few years, anyway. According to reports, Windsor Castle is about to take over as the main location for incoming State Visits. The Times, notes it will…
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