Queen Elizabeth II

Queen's horse wins at Royal Ascot

The Queen’s horse, Dartmouth, won the Hardwicke Stakes at Royal Ascot on Saturday, the first time Her Majesty has won a race at Ascot in three years. Embed from Getty Images Her Majesty’s horse entered the race at 10-1 and won in The Queen’s colours, ridden by Olivier Peslier and trained by Sir Michael Stoute. There was drama though at the end of the race after a stewards…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to make first Royal Ascot appearance

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will make their Royal Ascot debut on Wednesday, the first time the couple will have attended the prestigious race meeting. William and Catherine will arrive at the world famous racecourse in the royal procession to watch the running of The Duke of Cambridge Stakes. The mile long Group 2 race was renamed in 2013 in honour of Prince William. Ascot is a favorite…
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Queen Elizabeth II

Opening Day at Royal Ascot 2016

Though sunny skies were hard to find, the opening day at Royal Ascot 2016 was filled with anticipation, excitement and the sartorial splendour this week in June is famous for. Determined not to let the weather get in their way the ladies and gentleman attending today’s…
HistoryPrincess Anne and Family

#OnThisDay in 1987: Princess Anne was given the title of Princess Royal

On 13 June 1987 Princess Anne, only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh was given the title of ‘Princess Royal’. In her role as Princess Royal, Princess Anne supports the Queen’s role as sovereign and carries out official duties on her behalf. In fact, the Princess Royal she is one of the busiest members of the royal family performing hundreds of…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

Prince William wishes Team England good luck in Euro 2016

Prince William has sent a message wishing the England players and manager good luck in the European Championship finals in France. Speaking in a specially recorded video message on the eve of the Three Lions’ opening game against Russia, which ended in 1-1 draw, the Duke of Cambridge said he was confident that the players will build on great performances and give the fans something to cheer…
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