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The quiet royal home that was at the heart of the monarchy for almost a century

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11th August 2025
Kensington Palace is now known as a quieter royal residence where members of the extended royal family live away from prying eyes. However, it was at the heart of both the Stuart and the Hanoverian dynasties. A royal retreat for a king and queenIn 1605, Sir George Coppin began building a two-storey mansion in the Jacobean style in the village of Kensington where he lived with his family.
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While corgis stole the spotlight for decades, this royal couple adored their pugs

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9th August 2025
While the late Queen Elizabeth II loved her corgis more than anything, and King Charles and Queen Camilla adore their terriers, one royal couple enshrined their love of dogs in another way.The Duke and Duchess of Windsor lived a somewhat limited life, largely in France, after Edward abdicated the throne in December 1936. The couple, were known for their extravagant ways and they were…
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Princess Anne is back to her roots on Dublin trip

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8th August 2025
The Princess Royal has carried out a very important meeting in Dublin but managed to add in an engagement that suited her to perfection.As well as hosting a farewell meeting with outgoing President Michael D. Higgins, the Princess headed to a very famous equestrian event in the Irish capital.Princess Anne marks special anniversaryEver the dedicated horsewoman, Her Royal Highness…
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Queen Elizabeth’s closest confidante: The untold story of Margaret Rhodes - MI6 secretary and the late Queen’s best friend

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4th August 2025
Queen Elizabeth II was one of the most iconic public figures in modern history, instantly recognisable around the world. While much has been written about her father and paternal ancestors, less attention has been paid to her maternal family – the Bowes-Lyons. Yet, it was from this side of the family that The Queen’s closest confidante and lifelong best friend emerged: her cousin Margaret…
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