Prince & Princess of Wales

William and Catherine learn the ropes on a trip to Wales

The Prince and Princess of Wales took a leap into the future as they spent time with the Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team by abseiling a cliff. William and Catherine shared on social media: “It was great to spend time learning the ropes with these wonderful volunteers.” The royal couple, notoriously competitive at sporting engagements, abseiled down a cliff at Brecon Beacons. William…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The heir to the throne takes bookings at Birmingham restaurant

A visit to Birmingham saw the Prince and Princess of Wales celebrating the city’s culture; and it also saw William taking reservation orders over the telephone. Billed by Kensington Palace as a visit to “celebrate the city’s diverse culture and heritage and meet future leaders in the creative industries,” William and Catherine first visited the Indian Streatery restaurant. The Indian…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

A race for the Prince and Princess of Wales on the eve of St David's Day

The Prince and Princess of Wales were in the principality on the eve of St David’s Day for a series of engagements related to mental health and emergency services—and, of course, some friendly competition between the notoriously sporty couple. Upon arrival in Wales, William and Catherine travelled to the Brynawel Rehabilitation Centre in Pontyclun for the launch of a special initiative…
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Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth is the "nation's leading star" at BAFTAs

Led by Dame Helen Mirren, the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) honoured the late Queen Elizabeth II. Mirren gave a moving tribute to the late monarch during the ceremony, calling her the “nation’s leading star.” Mirren said: “BAFTA’s relationship with Her Majesty was longstanding, and BAFTA would not be what it is today without her loyal support. In 1953, her…
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