On Thursday, staff from Malvern Panalytical enjoyed a visit from Prince Edward as he toured the company based at Enigma Business Park. The Earl of Wessex was introduced to a number of employees and learned about the roles they play in developing new technologies and services. During a socially distanced tour, he had the chance to ask employees some of his own personal questions.
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The Sussexes and Wessexes show that royalty is a tradition, not a trade - reinventing it never succeeds
12th May 2021
While the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s decision to leave the UK for America might seem like a royal first to many, the discussions of leaving ‘The Firm’ have been held more frequently, and more recently, than you may expect.
On the face of it, the Duke and Duchess…
History of unlucky royal names: Richard
9th February 2021
There are many names that are considered unlucky by some, and in royal circles this is something they wish to avoid at all costs. From superstitions to strange goings on during their reigns, Royal Central is taking a look at the history behind some such monikers, and why it…
Royal Residences: A brief history of Bagshot Park
19th December 2020
Where is it located?
Bagshot Park is a royal residence which is located near the village of Bagshot in Surrey. It is approximately 11 miles south of Windsor. The 51-acres occupied by this Grade II listed building are located within a designated area of Windsor Great Park.
When was it built and when was it used as a royal residence?
The original building was known as Bagshot Lodge and was…
Ten facts about James, Viscount Severn
17th December 2020
Today marks the 13th birthday of The Queen’s youngest grandson, James, Viscount Severn. To celebrate,Royal Central is taking a look at his life so far:
James Alexander Philip Theo Mountbatten-Windsor, Viscount Severn was born on December 17, 2007, at Frimley Park…
10 facts about Lady Louise Windsor
8th November 2020
As Lady Louise celebrates her 17th birthday, learn more about the youngest granddaughter to The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh:
Lady Louise Alice Elizabeth Mary Mountbatten-Windsor was born on November 8, 2003, at Frimley Park Hospital, Surrey. She is the elder child of the…
History of Royal Titles: the Earldom of Wessex
26th October 2020
The Earl of Wessex is not a title that has been used very often throughout royal history – so much so that in the time between the first creation and third creation, the county of Wessex ceased to exist in England. Royal Central is investigating the story behind this historic title and why it was left unused for so long.
The first use of the title was in around the year 1019 when Godwin…
Sophie, the Countess of Wessex, has recently shared how her daughter, Lady Louise realised her grandma is one of the most famous faces in the world, Queen Elizabeth II.
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During an interview with Sky News, the Countess revealed it was only after Lady…
The Queen gives Prince Edward a new Earldom on his 55th birthday
10th March 2019
His Royal Highness The Earl of Wessex has been granted the additional title of Earl of Forfar by The Queen on his 55th birthday. He and his wife, Sophie, will use the titles The Earl and Countess of Forfar when in Scotland.
The Earl of Wessex is the patron of several…
Prince Edward visits Sage Gateshead to see how music changes lives
21st October 2018
The Earl of Wessex has been well-known for promoting musicals, having in the past worked for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Company, but this week he was fulfilling an engagement at the Sage Gateshead to see the benefits music brings to all generations from old to young. and looking at organisations that worked under the umbrella of the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme to provide musical…