The Monarchs: Edward the Confessor - The King Who Built Westminster Abbey
The king whose death caused 1066. The only English king made a saint, the builder of Westminster Abbey - and the man whose failure to name an heir ended Anglo-Saxon England.
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The Monarchs: Athelstan (924-939) - The Unifier of England
The first man to rule all of England, and the most important English king almost nobody has heard of. Alfred dreamed of a united England; his grandson Athelstan made it - and defended it at the great Battle of Brunanburh.
The Monarchs: Alfred the Great - King of Wessex
The only English monarch called the Great - though he never ruled England, which did not yet exist. He saved Anglo-Saxon England from the Vikings, then built the schools, laws and defenses on which a nation was founded.
From Palace Tutors to Eton: The Evolution of Royal Education
As Prince George prepares to start at Eton College in September, he's following a path that would have been unthinkable for monarchs just a few generations ago.
Prince George Turns 13: Kensington Palace Releases New Portrait Ahead of Eton Start
The Prince and Princess of Wales have released a new official photograph to mark Prince George's 13th birthday today. The portrait, taken by photographer Matt Porteous at Kensington Palace last month following the Trooping the Colour ceremony, shows the young prince looking notably more grown-up than in
Buckingham Palace's Picture Gallery Unveiled With 120 Masterpieces in Once-in-a-Generation Transformation
Buckingham Palace's Picture Gallery has undergone a stunning transformation, nearly doubling the number of paintings on display from 63 to 120 masterpieces as the State Rooms open for the summer season.
Royal 101: What Is an Equerry?
The Royal Household's Military Officer — and One of the Most Hands-On Jobs in the Palace. Of all the roles in the Royal Household, the equerry is perhaps the most practically useful, the most consistently present, and the least understood by people outside Britain.
Prince William's Duchy of Cornwall Announces £500 Million Investment Plan and Redirects Dartmoor Prison Rent to Local Community
The Duchy of Cornwall has published its 2026 Integrated Impact Report, setting out an ambitious new strategy with a £500 million ($630 million) investment over the next decade focused on five geographic "heartlands" across England.
Royal Financials: King Charles and Queen Camilla Will Not Live at Buckingham Palace after renovations are complete
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will not make Buckingham Palace their personal residence when the decade-long renovation of the building is completed next year, the Royal Household has confirmed.
Royal History: The Queen and the Presidents Queen Elizabeth II's State Visits to America
As King Charles III prepares for his state visit to the United States this month, we look back at the remarkable history of his mother's visits to America — a story spanning seven decades, thirteen presidents, and some of the most memorable moments in the history of the Special
King Charles Honors His "Darling Mama" in Emotional Centenary Tribute
King Charles III has delivered a deeply personal video message remembering the life of public service of his "darling Mama," Queen Elizabeth II, on what would have been her 100th birthday. In the message, recorded at Balmoral earlier this month, the King reflected on his mother's
Memorial Statue to Show Queen Elizabeth II as Young Monarch, Inspired by Iconic Annigoni Portrait - Design Unveiled
Plans for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II were revealed on what would have been her 100th birthday, with the centerpiece statue depicting the late monarch as a young woman at the beginning of her reign. The bronze sculpture, to be created by acclaimed British sculptor Martin Jennings, will
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£40 Million Queen Elizabeth Trust Launched to Honor Late Monarch's Centenary, Official Biographer Appointed
A new charity honoring the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II has been established, as the Royal Family and nation mark what would have been her 100th birthday on 21 April 2026. The Queen Elizabeth Trust, backed by a £40 million government endowment, will focus on restoring and revitalizing
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Buckingham Palace Releases Full Itinerary for King Charles's State Visit to America and Bermuda
Buckingham Palace Releases Full Itinerary for King Charles's State Visit to America and Bermuda Buckingham Palace has released the full program for King Charles III and Queen Camilla's upcoming State Visit to the United States, revealing a packed itinerary that will take Their Majesties to Washington
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'She Remains Endlessly Fascinating': Robert Hardman on Writing the Definitive Biography of Elizabeth II
Royal biographer Robert Hardman sat down with the Foreign Press Association in London ahead of the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II's birth to discuss his new book, the lasting global legacy of Britain's longest-reigning monarch, and why — even now — she continues to defy easy definition.
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The Royal Family to Mark Queen Elizabeth II's 100th Birthday with Two Days of Commemorations
King Charles, Queen Camilla, and Members of the Royal Family will honor the late Queen's centenary with a series of engagements across London on April 20th and 21st. Queen Elizabeth II would have turned 100 years old on April 21st, 2026, and the Royal Family is marking the
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National Memorial to Queen Elizabeth II Approved for St James's Park
A national memorial honoring Queen Elizabeth II will be built in St James's Park after Westminster City Council unanimously approved planning permission for the project. The memorial, designed by sculptor Martin Jennings, will be placed at Marlborough Gate, the entrance to the park nearest to Buckingham Palace and
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The State Opening of Parliament Set for May 13th, 2026: What It Is and What Happens
The next State Opening of Parliament takes place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 — here's everything you need to know about one of Britain's most spectacular royal ceremonies. If you've ever seen footage of King Charles III descending through London in a golden carriage surrounded
State Visits
US Congress Formally Invites King Charles to Address Joint Session During April State Visit
The bipartisan leadership of the United States Congress has formally invited King Charles III to address a Joint Meeting of Congress on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, during his upcoming state visit to America. The invitation, dated 1 April 2026, was signed by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, Senate Majority
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King Charles III to Make First State Visit to United States in April To Celebrate America250 - Look at Historical Royal Visits
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will travel to the United States in late April for the first British state visit to America since Queen Elizabeth II's trip in 2007, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. The visit, which will take place from 27–30 April, will include Washington DC
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British Heritage Brands Worn by Queen Elizabeth II Launch Centenary Collections
Seven of Britain's most prestigious heritage brands—all Royal Warrant Holders worn by Queen Elizabeth II throughout her life—have launched new product ranges to mark the centenary of her birth. Burberry, Launer London, Kinloch Anderson, Corgi Socks, Dents, Floris, and Fulton Umbrellas have collaborated with Royal Collection
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Queen Elizabeth II's Wardrobe Opens Up Like Never Before in New Centenary Publication
A new book offering unprecedented access to the late Queen's 4,000-piece fashion archive will be published in March as part of celebrations marking what would have been her 100th birthday The secrets behind Queen Elizabeth II's iconic wardrobe are about to be revealed in
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Finding Harmony: A King's Vision Film Premiere Held at Windsor Castle
Historic Windsor Castle Premiere Marks New Documentary on King Charles III Streaming globally on Prime Video from 6th February 2026 Windsor Castle made history on Wednesday evening as it hosted the world's first-ever film premiere at a Royal Residence. Their Majesties The King and Queen, accompanied by
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Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Statue Will Show Her Standing, Not on Horseback
The memorial committee has revealed new details about the national monument planned for St James's Park The national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II is taking shape, and one key detail has changed: the late Queen will be depicted standing rather than riding a horse. The Queen Elizabeth II