February 6 1952 was expected to be just another day as Princess Elizabeth visited Kenya with her husband Prince Philip. In unfortunate circumstances, that day would change the Princess’ life forever. For on that day, she lost her father and became the United Kingdom’s new monarch, at the age of 25.
The Princess and her husband had flown from Heathrow to Kenya on 31 January, seen off…
In 2021, the world lost several royals from various royal families across the globe. As 2021 comes to a close, we remember those who died, including one monarch and three consorts to reigning monarchs, and the lives they led.
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh 1921 –…
A new Netflix comedy special has criticised for making fun of the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Death to 2021 premiered on the streaming platform on 27 December and is the second installment of the satirical mockumentary, the first installment, Death to 2020…
The Queen's year in review: A year of heartbreak and difficult circumstances
26th December 2021
2021 has brought a year of joy, personal heartbreak, and difficult circumstances for many people worldwide, and The Queen is no exception. As the year comes to a close, Royal Central is looking back on Her Majesty’s year and all the highs, lows, and little moments in between.
January
January started the year with business as usual as the United Kingdom endured a third national lockdown due…
The poignant symbol of love chosen by The Queen as she pays tribute to Prince Philip
24th December 2021
The Queen has chosen a highly symbolic brooch to wear for her Christmas Day broadcast and she’s underlined its importance by placing a poignant photo next to her as she delivers her address.
Her Majesty decided on a sapphire and diamond brooch that she has worn at…
A Service of Thanksgiving for Prince Philip will be held at Westminster Abbey in the spring of 2022.
The Queen has given the go ahead to the service which will take place around the time of the first anniversary of his death.
Family, friends and representatives of some…
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, found himself dealing with legal issues in the United States. With 2021 coming to a close and 2022 upon us, Royal Central is…
Following Prince Philip's lead - Camilla makes a poignant Remembrance tribute
12th November 2021
Following in the steps of the late Duke of Edinburgh, the Duchess of Cornwall made a poignant Remembrance tribute at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior.
Inside Westminster Abbey in London, the Duchess laid a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior to mark Armistice Day…
The long royal links of a simple tribute: The Fields of Remembrance
11th November 2021
First held in November 1928, attending the Fields of Remembrance has become a simple yet impactful tradition of Remembrance Day,
For eight days from the morning of the Thursday before Remembrance Sunday until the evening of the following Thursday, the law of St…
Lady Louise and her special bond with her beloved grandfather Prince Philip
8th November 2021
Earlier this year, we heard Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor speak at length for the first time. She was participating in a special documentary entitled Prince Philip: The Royal Family Remembers, with interviews from the many of the WIndsors about the late Duke of Edinburgh—her grandfather. She nearly stole the show.
For an hour, Louise shared stories about “one of the most interesting…
