Queen Elizabeth II was at the helm of the
Monarchy for seven decades and had arguably more impact on it than
many if not all of her predecessors. But a new book claims that
over one particularly important issue she took a rather hands off
stance when many might have expected her to ardently champion it.
It concerns the changes to the laws of succession that came in
2013. The new rules meant…
Can Prince William really replace Buckingham Palace with a forest lodge as the Monarch's main royal residence?
19th August 2025
Plans for the Prince and Princess of
Wales to move their family to a previously little known home in
Windsor Great Park have caught attention and raised a big question.
William, Kate and their three children are moving to Forest Lodge
and it’s reported that they plan…
Buckingham Palace is illuminated as buildings around the UK shine light in the darkness in VJ Day tributes
16th August 2025
On 15 August 2025, the UK observed the
80th anniversary of VJ Day with a powerful blend of ceremonial
remembrance and visual tributes. One of the most symbolic gestures
was the night time illumination of iconic buildings across the
nation—a visual tribute resonating with…
King Charles in sweet tribute to his little sister for her birthday and it's bringing back all the family memories
14th August 2025
The King has paid a very sweet tribute to
his baby sister just before she turns 75. King Charles shared an
adorable film of Princess Anne’s earliest years and it confirmed
what we all knew – when they were little, it was Anne who was in
charge. The film includes some little snapshots of the siblings in
their earliest years, starting with Charles being brought in for an
almost…
Princess Anne is about to celebrate her
75th birthday with plenty of plaudits – she’s now one of the best
known and admired members of the Royal Family. However, it was only
a quick move from her grandfather, King George VI, that ensured
this famous princess was…
This is who chose Princess Anne's first name - and it's not the royal you are expecting
14th August 2025
A is for Anne but why did the only
daughter of Queen Elizabeth II end up with a name that, at the
time, wasn’t a usual one for members of the Royal Family? The
answer can perhaps best be found in the summer of 1930 and the
arrival of another princess. In August that…
The King will deliver a solemn message to
the nation next week as Britain marks the 80th anniversary of
Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, a significant milestone in the
commemoration of the Second World War. On the morning of 15 August,
His Majesty will record an address paying tribute to the veterans
and families affected by the Far East conflict, reflecting on the
enduring significance of the day.
Buckingham Palace quickly fixes error in royal protocol after senior royal is misnamed
4th August 2025
Blink and you’ll have missed it, but a
fleeting mistake in royal protocol this week caused Buckingham
Palace to issue a correction. The palace was forced to correct a
post on their official social media account over the weekend – one
which misnamed his…
How one very important royal wedding was barred from broadcast in case someone had a drink during the National Anthem
4th August 2025
One of the most important royal weddings
of the 20th century was all set to make history in another way when
a cleric intervened to stop a moral outrage. The marriage of
Albert, Duke of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, in April 1923,
was due to be recorded by the brand…
Queen Elizabeth II's earliest surviving designer dress to go on show to mark centenary of her birth
21st July 2025
The earliest surviving couture gown worn
by Queen Elizabeth II will be on show as part of a spectacular
event marking the centenary of her birth. Her Edward Molyneux
designed bridesmaids gown, worn for the wedding of Prince George
and Princess Marina in 1934, will be one of the star pieces in a
show at The King’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace which will open in
2026. Queen Elizabeth II…
