Princess Anne and Family

Zara Tindall feels "very lucky" to have no royal title

When Princess Anne had her children Zara and Peter, they were not automatically given royal titles as royal titles like ‘prince’ or ‘princess’ are usually passed down from a monarchs son only. The Queen offered to give courtesy titles to Princess Anne’s former husband Mark and any children born to the pair, but the couple decided against it. This means that while Zara is…
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The Recap: Thursday 31 May 2018

Prince Andrew continues his royal visit in China, The Queen’s Lord Lieutenant of North Yorkshire killed in a helicopter crash, and plans approved for a new crystal sculpture of Her Majesty on London’s Park Lane. James Alder brings you the latest royal news and…
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What is Trooping the Colour?

The majority of Brits will have heard of Trooping the Colour, but many do not understand what it actually is, why it takes place and who it involves. With the celebration taking place on 9th June, let us explain everything you need to know. The first thing you ought to know is that Trooping the Colour is the Queen’s birthday parade and it involves regiments of the British and Commonwealth…
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Why does the Queen have two birthdays?

The Queen’s birthday is coming up soon, if you are experiencing a feeling of Déjà vu, don’t worry you are not imagining the fact that the Queen also had a birthday in April. The second Saturday in June is known as Queen Elizabeth’s official birthday, but…
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Will Harry wear a wedding ring?

Traditionally royal grooms do not wear a wedding ring, with only the bride receiving a wedding band during the ceremony. It is currently unknown whether Prince Harry will continue with this tradition or opt to wear a band to display his love rather than royal protocol. The Duke of Cambridge chose to follow family tradition and not wear the symbol of marriage, whereas The Prince of Wales wears a…
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