The Edinburghs

The Countess of Wessex officially opens Sandford St. Martin’s Primary School in Dorset

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23rd September 2015
The Countess of Wessex met pupils at staff on Wednesday morning at Sandford St. Martin’s Primary School. After arriving by helicopter The Countess was welcomed to the newly built school by Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset, Mr. Angus Campbell, Headteacher, Jeremy Payne, staff, the governing body and pupils to the new school. The Countess of Wessex arrives at Sandford St. Martin’s…
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Princess Anne and Family

The Royal Association: Princess Anne - Scottish Rugby Union

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23rd September 2015
In their roles as the leaders of the nation, the members of the Royal Family are involved with some charities across the UK. Since the 18th century, the Royal Family have been associated with the charities of their choice. Between them, they currently hold 3,000 patronages of charitable organisations. Princess Anne pictured here during a visit to Tameside Carers Centre, in Audenshaw. As an active…
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British Royals

Monarchy Rules: a look at Queen Victoria

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21st September 2015
“The important thing is not what they think of me, but what I think of them.” – Queen Victoria She is this country’s second longest-reigning Monarch, and she reigned over a grand industrial age for Britain as well as a British Empire that stretched half way across the globe. Her reign was so successful that her name defined the 63 year period in which she was Queen. We are…
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British Royals

In praise of unsung heroes: The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

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20th September 2015
The Duke of Gloucester is scheduled to present the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service to Rowheath Pavilion, Bournville, Birmingham on 22 September. The pavilion serves as a host venue to a broad range of community events and groups. There is also a café and bar located in the building. All activities and money brought in by the café, bar and events held are used for running the pavilion. The…
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