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My favourite Prince Philip moment: a grandfatherly moment on the London Tube

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17th April 2021
As part of our obituary coverage marking the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, the Royal Central team are reliving some of their favourite moments involving His Royal Highness. In this article, Senior Royal Reporter Jess Ilse talks us through her most memorable moment. I’ve always admired Prince Philip’s commitment to work and family, and he’s always been one of my favourite…
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Seraphim Toll for Prince Philip takes place in Sweden

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17th April 2021
Sweden honoured the Duke of Edinburgh ahead of his funeral on Saturday afternoon. Flags at the Royal Place were flown at half-mast, the Swedish Royal Family sent a wreath to the British Royal Family, and the Seraphim Toll took place from 12.00 to 13.00 Swedish time in Riddarholm Church in Stockholm. The Duke was a Knight of the Order of the Seraphim in Sweden, and it is a tradition in Sweden to…
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The Queen is a solitary figure as she mourns alone

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17th April 2021
The Queen bowed her head as the plaintive strains of the Royal Navy hymn began to sound through the ancient walls of St. George’s Chapel, Windsor at the funeral of her husband of 73 years. Her Majesty was seated alone in The Quire at St. George’s owing to the coronavirus pandemic. In front of her was Prince Philip’s coffin as the service marking his life and passing gets under way. The…
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Prince Philip's beloved carriage horses say their last goodbye to their dedicated owner

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17th April 2021
Two of The Duke of Edinburgh’s carriage horses have taken a special place in the Quadrangle of Windsor Castle ahead of their former rider’s coffin passing through on its way to St. George’s Chapel. Prince Philip, who helped popularise the sport of carriage driving upon his retirement from polo in the 1970s, was often seen in recent years on the grounds of Windsor Castle and Sandringham…
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