Royal Obituaries
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, who has died today aged 92, was a distinctive and much-loved figure in the British royal family. Known for her quiet dignity, deep religious faith, and unwavering passion for music and education, she combined her role as a royal consort with a life of service, conviction,
Royal Collection Trust
The Royal Collection Trust has announced a festive first for Buckingham Palace: a Christmas pop-up shop that will transform part of the historic Royal Mews into a glittering holiday boutique. Running from November 14 through January 5, The Royal Mews Christmas Shop will occupy part of the 200-year-old stables while
Princess of Wales
After a summer mostly away from official duties, the Prince and Princess of Wales have stepped back into the public spotlight with a visit to London’s Natural History Museum. The engagement, which marked the couple’s first since the school holidays ended for their three children, focused on celebrating
The King
King Charles returned to public duties this week with a characteristically warm and humorous visit to the newly opened Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smethwick. The engagement marked his first official outing of the autumn, following a pause in royal duties earlier this year after he experienced complications from his
The Queen
Queen Camilla has praised the work of ShelterBox, the Cornish emergency relief charity celebrating its 25th anniversary, while acknowledging the unfortunate reality that their services will be needed “more and more” in the years ahead. Her Majesty has a long-standing relationship with the Truro-based charity, having first encountered its work
Queen Elizabeth II
A final chapter in Britain’s coinage history is being written, as the very last £1 coins featuring Queen Elizabeth II are now entering circulation. More than 23 million of these coins, dated 2021 and 2022, will soon be turning up in shop tills and pockets across the UK. The
The King
His Majesty King Charles III delivered a deeply moving tribute to Second World War veterans today, marking the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day with a poignant audio message that honored those who served in the Pacific theater. Speaking on the historic anniversary, the King reflected on his grandfather
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, who has died today aged 92, was a distinctive and much-loved figure in the British royal family. Known for her quiet dignity, deep religious faith, and unwavering passion for music and education, she combined her role as a royal consort with a life of service, conviction,
His Majesty King Charles III delivered a deeply moving tribute to Second World War veterans today, marking the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day with a poignant audio message that honored those who served in the Pacific theater. Speaking on the historic anniversary, the King reflected on his grandfather
The Art of Aristocratic Dining in the Modern Age In the grand dining halls of Buckingham Palace, where crystal glasses catch the light of centuries-old chandeliers and silver cutlery gleams against pristine white tablecloths, every movement at the dinner table follows a carefully choreographed dance of etiquette that has evolved
The Royal Collection Trust's newly released annual report for 2024-25 reveals a year of remarkable achievements and unprecedented public access—but also documents one of the most audacious art thefts in recent royal history, resulting in a £3 million insurance payout. The Great Paris Snuff Box Heist Four
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The Prince and Princess of Wales are set to change residences once again, moving their family to Forest Lodge, a grand redbrick estate nestled within Windsor Great Park. Prince William and Catherine will relocate to the eight-bedroom property later this year, accompanied by their three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte,
The Art of Aristocratic Dining in the Modern Age In the grand dining halls of Buckingham Palace, where crystal glasses catch the light of centuries-old chandeliers and silver cutlery gleams against pristine white tablecloths, every movement at the dinner table follows a carefully choreographed dance of etiquette that has evolved
The Royal Collection Trust's newly released annual report for 2024-25 reveals a year of remarkable achievements and unprecedented public access—but also documents one of the most audacious art thefts in recent royal history, resulting in a £3 million insurance payout. The Great Paris Snuff Box Heist Four
Kensington Palace has delighted royal watchers by releasing a heartwarming new image of Prince George as he turns 12, showcasing the young royal's growing confidence and natural charm. The delightful photograph captures the birthday boy beaming with joy in a picturesque Norfolk countryside setting, dressed casually in a
Comprehensive fashion retrospective to showcase the evolution of royal sartorial diplomacy across seven decades of reign The Royal Collection Trust has announced plans for the most significant exhibition of Queen Elizabeth II's wardrobe ever mounted, set to open at The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, in spring
The former residence of the chief gardener at a prestigious royal estate has been transformed into an exclusive holiday rental - complete with a premium price point. The seven-bedroom Gardener's Lodge previously served as home to the head horticulturist at the Sandringham Estate, King Charles III's
A stunning new portrait of Queen Camilla has been unveiled to commemorate her 78th birthday on Thursday. Captured by photographer Mark Thompson, the image shows the Queen with a warm smile as she rests against a stone wall in the gardens of her beloved Wiltshire residence, Raymill. She is adorned
In a moment of pure royal elegance that exemplified the enduring magic of Wimbledon tradition, Her Royal Highness the Princess of Wales graced Centre Court on Sunday afternoon to witness one of tennis's most captivating finals in recent memory. Accompanied by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales
President Emmanuel Macron conducted a three-day state visit to the United Kingdom from July 8-10, 2025, marking the first state visit by a French president since 2008 and the first by a European Union leader since Brexit. The visit came at the invitation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla,
Queen Camilla brought a touch of royal green-fingered generosity to her recent charitable engagements, sharing botanical treasures from her personal garden while celebrating milestone moments for organizations close to her heart. The Queen's thoughtful gesture of gifting plants and seeds from her private Wiltshire home became the highlight
The Royal Household has published its annual financial statement for 2024-25, providing unprecedented transparency into how the monarchy is funded and operated during a year marked by health challenges but continued constitutional duties and major infrastructure investments. This is a very 'nuts and bolts' look at how the
Palace announces historic rail service will be mothballed by 2027 as monarchy embraces modern travel The whistle is about to blow on one of Britain's most enduring royal traditions. After nearly a century and a half of carrying monarchs across the realm, the Royal Train will make its