The Duke of Edinburgh has been given a special honour by The King to mark his 60th birthday.
Prince Edward is appointed to the Order of the Thistle, the highest order of chivalry in Scotland.
The Duke of Edinburgh is 60 on March 10th 2024 (Photo by Chris Jelf)
His Royal Highness is one of four appointments to the order which are made on the sole discretion of The King.
The others are…
"I think we make quite a good team" - Sophie's lovely tribute to her husband
9th March 2024
As her husband reaches a milestone birthday this weekend, the Duchess of Edinburgh couldn’t help but gush over “my darling Edward” in a speech on Friday.
The royal couple were in Leeds for the Sport and Recreation Alliance when Sophie took to the podium to deliver a…
Sophie pays tribute to her 'darling husband' Prince Edward ahead of his 60th birthday
8th March 2024
The Duchess of Edinburgh has paid tribute to her husband as he prepares to celebrate his 60th birthday over the weekend.
Speaking during an engagement in Leeds, the Duchess praised Prince Edward, and reflected on their 25 years of marriage.
Sophie said started her…
New titles, same old work ethic: the year for the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh
29th December 2023
In many ways, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are a bed rock of the Royal Family: the steadfast couple who carries out daily engagements, travels the world, and represents King Charles III at state and ceremonial events.
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This year, they gained new titles: from the Earl and Countess…
A touching gift for Prince Edward as he follows in the footsteps of Queen Elizabeth II
27th September 2023
The Duke of Edinburgh is currently on an important overseas visit but amidst the diplomacy came a touching moment that linked him to his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
During his visit to Turkey, Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh is set to meet with Turkish President…
How Edward and Sophie quietly moved to the heart of the modern Royal Family
6th September 2023
The Royal Family has slowly evolved over the last decade. In the first year of King Charles III’s reign, we’ve seen the senior members of the Royal Family solidify their new roles, including The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh.
Edward and Sophie’s position in the…
Less than two days after presiding over his first Sovereign’s Birthday Parade, it was time for King Charles III to participate in his first Garter ceremony as monarch.
The sun was shining, and the wind was blowing upon Windsor on Monday, 19th June, when the King, Queen and members of the Royal Family arrived at St George’s Chapel for the traditional service.
Many of the people in…
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh return to chapel they were married in on their anniversary
20th June 2023
Garter Day was an especially poignant day for the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh.
Not only were they celebrating their first Garter Day as the newly-titled Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, but they were also returning to the site of their wedding ceremony 24 years…
A very special visit for The Duke of Edinburgh as he follows in his father's footsteps
8th June 2023
The Duke of Edinburgh carried out a meaningful engagement this week with strong family ties.
The Duke visited Woodrow High House on Wednesday 7 June – following in the footsteps of his father who carried his first official royal engagement there . The activity…
Prince Edward follows in his father's footsteps for a series of special engagements in Germany and Czechia
27th May 2023
The Duke of Edinburgh has traveled to Germany and the Czechia to celebrate the young people who have successfully completed the Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme.
The four-days visit began in Berlin on Monday, 22nd May, with a welcome by the British Ambassador to Germany, Jill Gillard, and a lunch at the British Embassy offered to members of the Bundestag.
His Royal Highness then…
