Prince PhilipQueen Elizabeth II

The Queen and Prince Philip: Northern Ireland day one

The Royal party made its way to Her Majesty’s Official Residence in Northern Ireland – Hillsborough Castle. On arrival at Hillsborough Castle The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh were met by David Lindsay, Lord Lieutenant of Co Down and Michael Day, Chief Executive of Historic Royal Palaces. Hillsborough Castle is the official residence of Her Majesty The Queen in Northern Ireland and…
Read more
The Sussexes

Prince Harry's first day in Brazil

To the backdrop of the World Cup, Harry met with patients undergoing rehabilitation for neurological and orthopaedic problems. The Prince spoke with those who attend the hospital for treatment and their families. At one point, the mother of a girl named Eduarda welled up…
Prince PhilipQueen Elizabeth II

Queen and Prince Philip set for 21st visit to Northern Ireland

Monday 23rd June 2014 On Monday, The Queen and Prince Philip will arrive at George Best Belfast City Airport. The first engagement of the day will see The Queen arrive at Hillsborough Castle and will have an Audience with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, First Minister of Northern Ireland and the Deputy First Minister, and the Chief Executive of Historic Royal Palaces. Tuesday 24th…
Read more
Queen Elizabeth IIState & Ceremonial

Royal Ascot begins

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 Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. The Queen is hoping that her young horse, Estimate, will win the…
King Charles III

Prince Charles helps Gwynedd clogmaker

Mr Owen, a clogmaker based in Gwynedd, Wales, has spent the last 36 years perfecting his trade, and is one of the last craftsmen in the United Kingdom who can make the wooden shoes by hand. While the primary market for clogs is for use in Welsh dancing, Mr Owen also sells them internationally. But, at nearly 63 years old, he is worried about what will become of his industry after he decides to…
Read more