British Royals

The Earl of Wessex: ''the Games have brought the spirit of the Commonwealth to life''

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9th August 2022
The Earl of Wessex has thanked the people of Birmingham and the West Midlands for their ”inspiration” as he officially closed the 2022 Commonwealth Games. The Earl, who is Vice Patron of Commonwealth Sport, thanked volunteers, organisers and competitors for their enthusiasm and hard work in his speech at the end of the 22nd Games. Speaking at the Alexander Stadium in Birmingham…
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The Edinburghs

The Countess of Wessex sends joy filled congratulations to England's hockey stars

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8th August 2022
The Countess of Wessex has described England’s women’s hockey champions as ”stars” as she sent a personal message of congratulations to the team following their gold medal win at the Commonwealth Games. It’s the first time the England women’s team have claimed top spot in the competition at the games. Sophie, who is patron of England Hockey, shared her joy…
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Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne visits the Edinburgh Tattoo

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6th August 2022
Lower the drawbridge, the military is taking over the castle! Over 900 performers have descended upon Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh for the annual Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Princess Anne, Edinburgh Tattoo Royal Patron, got a sneak peek of the opening number when she attended the final dress rehearsal. She met with military and performers before taking in a show. Corporal Nathan…
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British RoyalsPrince & Princess of Wales

Princess Charlotte accompanies mum Kate as she visits one of her patronages

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3rd August 2022
Princess Charlotte revealed that her favourite sport is gymnastics during a visit to SportsAid House in Birmingham along with her parents. The seven-year-old Princess joined the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge for a day of sporting at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, taking in swimming and gymnastics events, before departing for the SportsAid facility to meet with athletes and staff. Kate…
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