The Sussexes

Recollections once again vary as Harry & Meghan deny not informing The Queen of Lilibet’s naming

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have denied reports they didn’t speak to The Queen about their decision to call their daughter Lilibet before making their choice public. The BBC said that the couple announced their decision before Palace officials were informed. Harry and Meghan’s office said that the first person they spoke to about their announcement was The Queen. During the…
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FeaturesRoyal WeddingsThe Kents

Royal Wedding Rewind: the Duke and Duchess of Kent

It was a royal wedding that made history and brought the House of Windsor one of its most popular ever members. In June 1961, the Duke of Kent married Katharine Worsley. The new Duchess of Kent would go on to be an instant hit and, alongside her husband, spend decades carrying out engagements on behalf of the Queen. Their wedding day also turned an ancient church into a royal marriage venue for…
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The Edinburghs

Prince Edward reveals his feelings on his future title of Duke of Edinburgh

The Earl of Wessex has described the prospect of becoming Duke of Edinburgh one day as ”bittersweet”. In his first ever joint interview with the Countess of Wessex, given to Camilla Tominey at the Daily Telegraph, Prince Edward underlined that he isn’t in line to inherit the title yet, saying ”it’s a very bittersweet role to take on because the only way the title…
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Queen Elizabeth II

Disappointment for The Queen as she is set to miss the Epsom Derby for only the fourth time in 75 years

The Queen is set to miss the Epsom Derby on Saturday due to government restrictions on raceways which are likely to reduce the monarch’s enjoyment of the day. According to royal sources who have spoken to The Daily Telegraph, The Queen has decided to watch the Derby on television instead because it will not be a “traditional Derby day”. Although the Derby Festival is open…
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