Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen and Pope Francis's cricket teams to play each other at Windsor

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24th June 2014
<![CDATA[Teams representing The Queen and Pope Francis are set to face off against each other in a game of cricket at Windsor Castle, Vatican City declared on Monday. The Vatican XI consists mainly of Indian and Sri Lankan priests, while the royal side is made up of members of The Queen’s household, including staff, guards and soldiers. The two teams will play a Twenty20 match (Twenty…
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The Sussexes

Prince Harry's first day in Brazil

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23rd June 2014
<![CDATA[Today Prince Harry began his week-long tour of Brazil and Chile, attending engagements in Brasilia. To the backdrop of the World Cup, Harry met withpatients undergoing rehabilitation for neurological and orthopaedic problems. The Prince spoke with…
Queen Elizabeth II

Queen's horse Estimate finished second in Royal Ascot Gold Cup

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19th June 2014
<![CDATA[It was one of the most pulsating finishes in Royal Ascot history, four horses were battling to the finish line in the Gold Cup but The Queen's horse estimate finished in 2nd place and lost by a nose to Leading Light. The Queen looked on in the Royal Box alongside her racing manager John Warren as Estimate crossed the line; hoping that Estimate would win for the second year in a…
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Queen Elizabeth IIState & Ceremonial

Royal Ascot begins

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17th June 2014
<![CDATA[One of Europe's most famous racing meetings got underway earlier today. Royal Ascot, which is attended by over a quarter of a million people, began with the royal procession along the racecourse. On the first day of the races, Her Majesty The Queen was joined by Prince Harry, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of a Cornwall and the Duke of Edinburgh, accompanied by Princess…
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King Charles III

Prince Charles helps Gwynedd clogmaker

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17th June 2014
<![CDATA[Prince Charles has recently made an unexpected effort to save the dying Welsh art of clog making. The Prince of Wales attempted to save one of his principality's traditions by helping clogmaker Trefor Owen find an apprentice to take over his business. Mr…
British RoyalsFeaturesHistoryInsightPalaces & Buildings

Historic Royal Palaces: The Kitchen Garden at Hampton Court Palace

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16th June 2014
<![CDATA[Welcome to the first in the series covering the history, treasures and other bits and bobs of the Historic Royal Palaces. Join me on the journey as we visit more than just buildings, but the sights and sounds of what comprise England’s greatest treasures: Historic Royal Palaces. The gardeners at Historic Royal Palaces have “planted” the seeds of restoration at Hampton Court…
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