Queen Elizabeth II

This is what Queen Elizabeth II really thought about princesses taking the throne

2nd September 2025

Queen Elizabeth II was at the helm of the Monarchy for seven decades and had arguably more impact on it than many if not all of her predecessors. But a new book claims that over one particularly important issue she took a rather hands off stance when many might have expected her to ardently champion it.It concerns the changes to the laws of succession that came in 2013. The new rules meant…

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This presenter made Queen Elizabeth II want to switch off the TV

By Lydia Starbuck

2nd September 2025

A famous TV presenter left Queen Elizabeth II far from amused and annoyed her so much that she used to switch her favourite sport off when he made an appearance.Despite her deep love of horse racing, the late Queen was so frustrated by John McCririck’s style of…

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The little church loved by the Royal Family has just welcomed William and Kate

By Jessica Storoschuk

26th August 2025

The Royal Family has been seen out in force attending Sunday service at Crathie Kirk near Balmoral as they settle into their late summer stay at their Scottish estate.While staying on the estate, the Monarch often attends service at Crathie Kirk, the local parish…

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A moment of history as the last £1 coins bearing the image of Queen Elizabeth II enter circulation

By Lydia Starbuck

20th August 2025

The last £1 coins bearing the image of Queen Elizabeth II are being put in circulation.It’s a final chapter in this part of a royal story that spanned over seven decades.The £1 were already struck when Queen Elizabeth died in 2022. There is always a supply ready to replace coins that are no longer in use, either through being lost or wear and tear.Now over 23 million brand new…

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This is why your brand new £1 coin was actually made three years ago and has Queen Elizabeth II on it

By Lydia Starbuck

20th August 2025

Millions of brand new £1 coins are about to enter tills across the UK but the will say 2022 and you won’t find King Charles on them. If that left you scratching your head or wondering if there’d been some kind of time slip, then I can provide the answer. Your…

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Princess Anne's powerful last tribute to Elizabeth II brought many to tears

By Jess Ilse

15th August 2025

When Queen Elizabeth II died, after a 70-year reign, at her beloved Balmoral estate, she did so in the comfort of a family home away from prying eyes and in the company of her family. With her for the last 24 hours of her life was Princess Anne, and she spent the next couple…

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The royal document that meant Princess Anne was an HRH from birth

By Lydia Starbuck

14th August 2025

Princess Anne is about to celebrate her 75th birthday with plenty of plaudits – she’s now one of the best known and admired members of the Royal Family. However, it was only a quick move from her grandfather, King George VI, that ensured this famous princess was an HRH from birth.In 1917, George VI’s father, King George V, had issued Letters Patent setting out who in his…

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This is who chose Princess Anne's first name - and it's not the royal you are expecting

By Lydia Starbuck

14th August 2025

A is for Anne but why did the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II end up with a name that, at the time, wasn’t a usual one for members of the Royal Family?The answer can perhaps best be found in the summer of 1930 and the arrival of another princess. In August that…

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The must-see London exhibitions for royal watchers

By Jessica Storoschuk

8th August 2025

If you are a royal history buff and you find yourself in London over the next few months, you will be spoilt for choice for exhibitions.Cartier at the Victoria and Albert Museum is one of the biggest exhibitions of the year. It includes over 350 pieces spanning the…

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