Anti-apartheid and human rights activist Desmond Tutu has died of cancer at the age of 90, it was announced earlier today. He was the Bishop of Johannesburg from 1985 to 1986 and then the Archbishop of Cape Town from 1986 to 1996.
The Dutch King and Queen and Princess Beatrix were one of the first to pay tribute to him. A message posted to social media stated, “We cherish our memories of…
A look back at the York Family’s tumultuous year – a time filled with joy, heartbreak and dilemma
17th December 2021
One could say it has been quite a busy year for the York family with both highlights and some more difficult moments. Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie both welcomed their first child, Sarah, Duchess of York, published another book, and Prince Andrew, the Duke of York…
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…
Carriages and Kings in the Royal Collection Trust's new exhibitions
20th November 2021
In addition to hosting a series of special exhibitions in celebration of The Queen’s historic Platinum Jubilee, the Royal Collection Trust has released its upcoming shows that visitors can look forward to in 2022.
The two new exhibitions – Japan: Courts and Cultures at The Queen’s Gallery, and Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, will showcase…
Royal Jeweller Garrard at centre of new Kensington Palace exhibition
18th November 2021
In a new exhibition at Kensington Palace, the popular royal jeweller Garrard is taking centre stage in a new display in the palace’s jewel room. The exhibit is set to explore the relationship between the famed jeweller and the British Royal Family over time.
Garrard…
Charles and Camilla lead The Royal Family at the Festival of Remembrance as The Queen stays away on medical advice
13th November 2021
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall led the British royal family at the Festival of Remembrance at London’s Royal Albert Hall to pay tribute to fallen soldiers who have served Great Britain and the wider Commonwealth.
The Royal Party was received by Ian…
The Queen to miss Festival of Remembrance for the first time in years
12th November 2021
For the first time in years, Her Majesty The Queen will miss the Festival of Remembrance due to doctor’s orders.
The Queen will not attend the annual Festival of Remembrance at Royal Albert Hall in London on 13 November. Organised by The Royal British Legion (RBL), the event is held on the Saturday before Remembrance Sunday. The event includes military displays by current members of the…
Prince Charles takes the Metro and hangs out at a local coffee shop during visit to Newcastle
10th November 2021
During his royal visit to Newcastle on 9 November, Prince Charles showed he was just like any other man by riding the Metro and hanging out at a local coffee shop.
The day started with the Prince arriving at the City Central Station by royal train and taking the Metro to…
The U.K. Hgh Commission in Samoa has unveiled a new monument in Savai’i in honour of a visit to the big island by Prince Edward, the Earl of Wessex, nearly 30 years ago.
The monument was officially dedicated at the end of October at Prince Edward Park in Iva…
For the second time this year, The Princess Royal travelled to Province in Northern Ireland for a series of engagements.
During her first engagement of the day, The Princess visited the Siege Museum in Derry-Londonderry. Since the summer of 2005, the museum has served as a permanent display of the history of the Siege of Derry and the Apprentice Boys of Derry. While at the museum, Her Royal…
