British Royals

In the pink: royal cousins co-ordinate as they join the Prince of Wales for a garden party

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22nd May 2024
Prince William was joined at the latest Buckingham Palace garden party by several of his cousins. While they don’t normally attend the event, they made a fashionable statement.  Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, and Zara Tindall all attended the garden party at Buckingham Palace this week. Although none of the three women are working members of the Royal Family, each chose an…
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A royal debut at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024

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20th May 2024
There was a royal debut at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and it added a wild element to the famous event. Lady Amelia Windsor, 43rd in line to the throne, displayed a wildflower garden at Chelsea for 2024. Working with Kent Wildflower Seeds, Lady Amelia has designed a special plot focused on rustic blooms including ragged robin and common toadflax. She collaborated with garden guru, Tabi…
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King Charles takes to the stage at the Royal Opera House

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18th May 2024
The King has taken to the stage to support one of the Royal Opera’s most important members.  King Charles attended a gala performance for Antonio Pappano, the longest-serving Music Director in Royal Opera history. Pappano spent 22 years at the Royal Opera House, and his storied career was celebrated with several performances. After the performance, His Majesty joined Pappano and the…
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A new portrait of The King attracts comment but its part of a royal collection with precedent

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16th May 2024
A divisive new portrait of King Charles has been unveiled and caused a debate. The painting of The King has been hailed as a classic royal image by some, with comparisons even made to the famous portrayal of Richard II which has endured more than any of that king’s actions as monarch. Others have questioned its composition and the dramatic use of red throughout the portrait. The…
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