“Patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness for anyone.” These were the words of Edith Cavell, a British nurse who was shot for helping Allied soldiers escape from Belgium during the First World War. Now, Edith’s memory will be honoured in a service held in Belgium to mark the 100th anniversary of her execution. The service will be attended by a number of…
In their roles as the leaders of the nation, the members of the Royal Family are involved with some charities across the UK. Since the 18th century, the Royal Family have been associated with the charities of their choice. Between them, they currently hold 3,000 patronages…
Long may she reign: highlights of The Queen's six decades in words and film
9th September 2015
As the world waits for The Queen to become the longest-reigning monarch in British history, Royal Central takes a look back at Her Majesty’s reign through the decades.
Buckingham Palace balcony following the Coronation.
In honour of this historical day, I asked a few…
On Thursday The Princess Royal made a special stop at RAF Brize Norton, where she serves as honorary air commodore, to bestow a new standard to honour the reformation of the No. LXX, (70), Squadron.
The Princes Royal at RAF Brize Norton.
The Squadron stood down five years ago after being based at RAF Lyneham for over 25 years. There was great sadness over this, but there was hope that it would one…
800 years ago on 15 June 1215 insurgent Baron Leaders trooped on London where they were greeted by a swelling crowd of defectors from King John’s royalist followers. The demands of this group would soon turn into the most pivotal document in English history: Magna…
Clare Balding has revealed she was “terribly nervous” when she received her OBE from Princess Anne on Thursday.
“I got terribly nervous about this,” the presenter told reporters, after the ceremony at Windsor Castle. “I’ve been pretty busy…
Princess Anne has revealed she adopted a horse called Annie this summer as she urged others to do the same.
The Princess Royal was speaking to Daybreak as she helped start World Horse Welfare’s rehoming campaign.
Princess Anne has urged others to adopt a horse after she adopted Annie. Photo: ITV/Daybreak.
“I wanted a reliable horse that I could get on and off easily,” the royal…
