Palaces & Buildings

Windsor Castle: The castle during the time of the Tudors

Built in the 11th century, Windsor Castle has a history spanning hundreds of years. The royal residence in the English county of Berkshire has long been associated with royal weddings, funerals, and other events. With its vast history, Royal Central is taking a look at the castle’s history, specifically, the castle during the time of the Tudors. The Tudor period occurred between 1485 and…
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British Royals

Event at centre of Platinum Jubilee celebrations looking for volunteers

An event at the heart of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations is looking for volunteers. The Royal Windsor Horse Show is looking for volunteers. While the posting does not list all the duties, the website does state volunteers will have a chance to make the Horse Show happen. Including being placed at a number of positions across the Showground like horse-crossing points, greeting the public, and…
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Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen holds audience at Windsor Castle

The Queen held an audience at Windsor Castle, her first in person appearance since her son, the Prince of Wales tested positive for the second time for COVID-19. Her Majesty received Rear Admiral James Macleod as he relinquished his appointment as Defence Services…
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Royals are 'upset' after the removal of trusted protection officers following security incident

Members of the Royal Family are reportedly upset by the removal of trusted protection officers after a recent security breach at Windsor Castle. On Christmas morning, a 19-year-old man armed with a crossbow, was arrested for trespassing on the grounds of Windsor Castle where Her Majesty The Queen was due to celebrate the holiday with other members of the Royal Family. It’s reported the…
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Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne carries out Investitures

It’s been a busy few months at Windsor Castle, with hundreds of people being honoured at Investiture ceremonies. On the week of 1 December, The Princess Royal took reign of the ceremonies honouring those for their incredible work. Among those honoured was Yvonne…
Palaces & Buildings

Windsor Castle ready for Christmas

Windsor Castle is ready to celebrate the holidays. The Christmas decorations are up and visitors will be able to see the State Apartments transformed with shimmering Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and festive garlands. Photo by Royal Collection Trust In addition to…
Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen appears well as she grants virtual audience following hospitalisation

Following hospitalisation for an unknown reason last week, Her Majesty The Queen appeared well and in good spirits during a virtual audience this week. The 95-year-old monarch granted the audience to the 2020 winner of The Queen’s Gold Medal for Poetry, David Constantine. During the audience, Constantine was officially presented with his medal and was joined at Buckingham Palace by the…
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