British Royals

James, Earl of Wessex has an unexpected middle name and it could have been even more unusual

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18th January 2026
Royal babies usually get rather royal names but when the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh welcomed their son, in 2007, their choices surprised many. And the unusual pick of Edward and Sophie could have even more unusual origins. The baby boy born on December 17th 2007 at Frimley Park Hospital was a fourth grandson for Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Four days later, his proud parents took…
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The royal Christmas tradition I really miss and why I think King Charles has to bring it back

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16th December 2025
It’s getting to that time of year when a royal Christmas tradition I loved used to suddenly appear from nowhere. There was something familiar and happy and relaxed about it that seemed to underline that the festive season was about to begin. And I really think it’s time King Charles brought it back. In fact, reviving this very simple royal moment might do the family the world of…
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Royal News

Queen Camilla declares Christmas has started as she steps into the 'State Sleigh'

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12th December 2025
The Queen called on the services of the ‘state sleigh’ to start the royal Christmas celebrations. Queen Camilla had the historic sleigh designed by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria brought to Clarence House as a special treat for the children she had invited in to decorate the Christmas tree. For 20 years, Queen Camilla has welcomed children with life changing illnesses to her…
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Princess Beatrice speaks out about feeling 'incredibly lonely'

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17th November 2025
Princess Beatrice has spoken of the “incredibly lonely” experience of premature birth, urging greater awareness and improved research as she marks World Prematurity Day in her role as patron of the charity Borne. The princess, 37, who welcomed her second daughter, Athena Elizabeth Rose, several weeks early in January, described the emotional strain of learning her child would arrive ahead…
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