The Queen's Coronation Dress
2nd June 2018
It has been described as the most important British dress design of the 20th century and the gown that the Queen wore at her Coronation, on June 2nd 1953, has its own place in history. The work of Sir Norman Hartnell, created in partnership by the Monarch, it has become one…
The Recap: Thursday 31 May 2018
31st 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…
What is Trooping the Colour?
31st May 2018
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…
Why does the Queen have two birthdays?
29th May 2018
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…
Will Harry wear a wedding ring?
17th May 2018
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…
It’s a formal moment in a ceremonial event but amidst the ancient language and symbolic illustrations on the Instrument of Consent for the marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are some very personal links between them and the Queen. For this document, revealed…
The Queen nearly stopped Prince Harry from going abroad to serve in Afghanistan.
The Daily Express reports that The Queen feared that Harry’s life would be in grave danger if he served a second tour in Afghanistan.
A high-ranked military source revealed The Queen was worried that Prince Harry would be a target for the Taliban. She joined into discussions with the Army over whether Prince…