The Princess Royal has visited the Household Cavalry at their barracks in Knightsbridge after soldiers and horses incurred injuries in an incident which saw several animals bolting through London. The horses were spooked by building noise and broke free on April 24th. Several soldiers were hurt. Princess Anne, who is Colonel of The Blues and Royals, visited the London barracks the day after the incident. The Army has thanked all those who tried to help and who have sent kind messages. All the military personnel injured after escaped Household Cavalry horses caused panic in the streets of centr ..read more

Summing up the historic reign of Queen Elizabeth II is hard but a brand new sculpture aims to provide a lasting reminder of Her Late Majesty. A seven-foot bronze statue depicting the late monarch as a young woman was unveiled outside the local library on what would be her 98th birthday. The statue by Hywel Brân Pratley reimagines a young queen in her ceremonial robes with the George IV Diadem on her head, and the Order of the Garter sash across her gown. Perhaps what might be the most personal touch is one of her beloved corgis playing at her feet. The sculptor had given a peek at the statue l ..read more

King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain have hosted author Luis Mateo Diez to present a literary prize.  On April 23rd, The King and Queen presented Diez with the 2023 Cervantes Prize. The Miguel de Cervantes Prize is the most significant literary prize in the Spanish language; it is given to an author to celebrate an author’s lifetime achievement in Spanish language literature.  Diez, 81,  is a prolific author, and his Kingdom of Celama novels are incredibly popular. In 2020, he also won the National Prize for Spanish Literature. He has won the National Narrative and Critic Awar ..read more

The King and Queen of Denmark’s first official portraits have been released. King Frederik X and Queen Mary are shown for the first time as monarch and consort in the images taken at the Christiansborg Palace. King Frederik X and Queen Mary of Denmark’s first official portraits have been released, three months after this accession to the throne (photo by Steen Evald/Kongehuset) The portraits can be displayed in embassies and consulates around the world as well as on Danish vessels and in state institutions. King Frederik is seen in full dress uniform of the Danish navy and wearing the four sta ..read more

In the United Kingdom, one of the monarch’s most important roles is that of Head of the British Armed Forces. For King Charles, this is largely a ceremonial role where decisions are made by the government and the leadership of the armed forces. In many other countries, the head of state also carries out this ceremonial role. There are several other monarchs who are commander-in-chief of their nation’s armed forces. When monarchs are acting in their capacity as commander-in-chief, they will often meet with members of the armed forces, mark military anniversaries, and present colours to differen ..read more

The Prince of Wales has been made the Great Master of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath. The appointment was confirmed by Buckingham Palace in a statement on 23 April with several new honours for members of the Royal Family. The Royal Order of the Bath is a military order dates back to the eighteenth century; King George I created the order on 18 May 1725. The name references the ritual bath that members would take prior to being knighted. Previously the Knights of the Bath were created in 1399 and again in 1661; this was most likely George’s inspiration for the Order of the Bath. The Orde ..read more

Queen Silvia of Sweden pulled out a historic tiara for a State Dinner in Stockholm. King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia are hosting the Finnish President for a State Visit, and Queen Silvia chose a notable piece. She wore the Nine-Prong Tiara, also commonly referred to as Queen Sofia’s Tiara. This tiara features 580 diamonds and has nine prongs to top off burst and floral elements. Other gems can be swapped in but diamonds were worn for this latest appearance. The tiara originally belonged to Queen Sofia, originally Princess Sofia of Nassau. She was the wife of King Oscar II, and had the piece m ..read more

Queen Sofia of Spain has gone back to royal duties just days after being released from hospital. The queen, now 85 years old, headed to Poland to take part in the annual global Alzheimer’s Disease International Conference which is being held in Krakow. Sofia spent several days in hospital earlier this month after developing a urinary tract infection. She was allowed home again ten days ago. She looked well and happy as she made her return to duties. Her first public appearance since her treatment came at an event focused on an issue close to her heart. The Alzheimer’s Disease International Con ..read more

Lady Gabriella Windsor has moved into Kensington Palace two months after the tragic death of her husband, Thomas Kingston. The 43-year-old previously shared a house with Mr Kingston in Notting Hill, however, she has now moved back in with her parents, Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. The Prince and Princess live in an apartment in Kensington Palace, and are supporting their daughter at the residence. Thomas Kingston died in late February from a gunshot to the head. A Coroner has opened an inquest into his death, with there being no suspicious circumstances or third party involvement. A gun ..read more

Lady Marina Windsor has opened up about her relationship with her grandfather, the Duke of Kent, in a new interview. Speaking to Hello!, Lady Marina described her 88-year-old grandfather as an “amazing man”. The 31-year-old socialite said: “I love my grandpa. He’s an amazing man and he’s definitely inspired me.” Lady Marina is the daughter of the Earl and Countess of St Andrews, and the granddaughter of the Duke and Duchess of Kent. She was named after her great-grandmother, Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark. Along with her elder brother, Lord Downpatrick, Marina forfeited her place in the ..read more