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Windsor Castle ready for Christmas

Windsor Castle is ready to celebrate the holidays. The Christmas decorations are up and visitors will be able to see the State Apartments transformed with shimmering Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and festive garlands. Photo by Royal Collection Trust In addition to the State Apartments, on special display this year and now open, it’s the first time costumes worn by Her Majesty The…
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The Royal Central Royal Gift Guide 2019

With Christmas just weeks away you might be wondering what to get the royal enthusiast in your life … or maybe you’re just looking for ideas to put on your wish list. Our team has rounded up a few of their favourite ideas from apparel to decorations, books and…
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Get a tree like the Duke and Duchess of Sussex this holiday season

The holiday season is right around the corner and royal fans can add a little bit of regal decoration to their homes. Fans of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex can order a Christmas tree from one of their favourite shops. British retailer Pines & Needles is offering to deliver, install and dress a 6-foot Nordmann Fir for shoppers who are looking for a little less hassle this holiday season.
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Taking a peek at the collective 2018 royal Christmas greetings

As it is Christmas Eve, let us take a look at the royal Christmas greetings sent out by the royals this year. In Britain, Clarence House released this year’s Christmas card featuring a summer picture taken by Hugo Burnand in the garden of Clarence House. Embed from…
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Queen Victoria's Winter Sledge

Queen Victoria’s winter sledge became synonymous with the Windsor Christmas, at least during the lifetime of Prince Albert, who is rightly credited with popularising Christmas traditions in England, including that of the Christmas tree. The royal trees were decorated with coloured wax candles, sweets, toys and artificial snow, whilst the gifts exchanged by the Royal Family were gathered beneath…
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