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Royal Spotlight: the Prince of Wales and Poundbury

Poundbury is an experimental new town or urban extension located on the outskirts of Dorchester in the county of Dorset. While it was initiated by architect Léon Krier, it’s the keen endorsement of the Prince of Wales on which the land is built.The land is in the Duchy of Cornwall and was selected for development in 1987 when the decision was made to expand the town of Dorchester. New…
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A quiet day in Windsor hides a hive of royal activity

Visitors to Windsor Castle got a right royal treat this Easter as they came across a crop of royals on a day out, two of them rather unexpected.Plenty of those visiting the ancient royal residence on April 14th 2022 were hoping to catch a glimpse of the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall as they took part in the Royal Maundy service with Charles handing out the special coins on behalf…
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Why Charles and Camilla couldn't get married at Windsor Castle

Whenthe Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwallannounced their engagement in February 2005 they wasted no time in setting a date or venue for their marriage. They immediately told the world they would marry in April that year in a civil ceremony at Windsor Castle followed by a service of blessing at St. George’s Chapel later the same day. Yet just a week later, they had to move…
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Charles & Camilla meet with the family of murdered Irish teacher Ashling Murphy

The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall met with the family of Ashling Murphy during their visit to County Tipperary in Ireland.Ashling was killed in January after going for a jog near Tullamore, County Offaly.Charles and Camilla met her family for a private meeting where they offered their sympathies and condolences.The 15 minute meeting took place at the Bru Boru cultural centre…
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