# The Crown Chronicles

> Where royal history meets today's headlines


## Posts

- [The Queen's Jewellery: Russian sapphire cluster brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-russian-sapphire-cluster-brooch/): Queen Mary’s Russian Sapphire Cluster Brooch has been worn by several generations of royal women, with the piece is now part of Queen Camilla’s jewellery collection.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: pearl trefoil brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-pearl-trefoil-brooch/): This series on The Crown Chronicles will take a look at The Queen's brooches of which she has a vast collection.
- [The Duke of Kent visits Australia's National Arboretum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/the-duke-of-kent-visits-australian-arboretum/): The Duke of Kent, visited the National Arboretum of Australia on Sunday morning.
- [The Queen to visit Lancaster for the first time in 16 years](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-and-philipqueen-to-visit-lancaster-for-the-first-time-in-16-years/): The Queen is to make a return visit to Lancaster after 16 years, having last visited in 1999.
- [The Queen leads tributes to Gallipoli fallen 100 years on](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-leads-tributes-to-gallipoli-100-years-on/): The Queen led a wreath-laying ceremony at the Cenotaph in Whitehall to mark the 100th anniversary since the disastrous Gallipoli campaign of WWI.
- [Charles and Harry commemorate 100 years since Gallipoli landings](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-harry-commemorate-100-years-since-gallipoli-landings/): Yesterday, The Prince of Wales and his son, Prince Harry, marked the centenary of the landings with world leaders, which claimed 140,000 lives. Royal History.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Queen Victoria's fringe brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-victorias-fringe-brooch/): This show-stopping brooch of The Queen's once belonged to her great-grandmother, Queen Victoria.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: grape brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-grape-brooch/): This fruit-themed brooch features 16 small diamonds to form a bunch of grapes. These are held together by a bow made of deep-blue sapphires.
- [The Queen's first day in Berlin - meeting Angela Merkel for a cup of tea](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queens-first-day-in-berlin-meeting-angela-merkel-for-a-cup-of-tea/): Today The Queen met Chancellor Angela Merkel on her first full day of her State Visit to Germany.
- [The Queen to move out of Buckingham Palace for huge renovations?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/the-queen-to-move-out-of-buckingham-palace-for-huge-renovations/): Following the release of Royal finances this morning, it has been revealed that Buckingham Palace needs over £150 million of renovation work to bring it up to an acceptable standard.
- [Republic slammed for exorbitant costing of British Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/republic-slammed-for-exorbitant-costing-of-british-monarchy/): Anti-monarchy group Republic have been slammed following the release of their costing of the British Monarchy - as the group have been inflating their estimates by tens of millions of pounds, creating a false impression of Royal finances.
- [Debunking royal finance myths - the true cost of the British Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/debunking-royal-finance-myths-the-cost-of-british-monarchy/): This time of year sees the Royal Household release its statement of their accounts, and how the Sovereign Support Grant (SSG) - the money used by The Queen's household - has been spent.
- [Nicola Sturgeon wants to revoke Scottish funding of The Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/nicola-sturgeon-wants-to-revoke-scottish-funding-of-the-queen/): It has been revealed that Scotland want to keep the money the Crown Estate made in its country - instead of handing it to the Treasury to be passed along to The Queen.
- [Zara Phillips releases horse-inspired jewellery collection](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/zara-phillips-releases-horse-inspired-jewellery-collection/): Zara Tindall has released the 'Zara Phillips Collection' of jewellery in collaboration with Australian designer John Calleija.
- [Former soldier tells of how Prince Harry stood up against homophobia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/former-soldier-tells-of-how-prince-harry-stood-up-against-homophobia/): Former solider and gay writer James Wharton has told of how Prince Harry stood up to homophobic behaviour during his time in the Army.
- [Harry writes to mum of 5-year-old 'Inspiration Child' after son's death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-writes-to-mum-of-5-year-old-inspiration-child-after-sons-death/): Prince Harry has written to the grieving mother of Carson Hartley, who died earlier this month.
- [Prince Harry ends his army career to begin conservation work in Africa](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-ends-his-army-career-to-begin-conservation-work-in-africa/): Prince Harry ended his army career this week, after a decade of service.
- [Princess Eugenie to return to UK with new job](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-eugenie-to-return-to-uk-with-new-job/): Princess Eugenie's of York is to return to the UK after landing herself a job with gallery Hauser & Wirth.
- [Matt Smith to play young Prince Philip in drama 'The Crown'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/matt-smith-to-play-young-prince-philip-in-drama-the-crown/): It has been confirmed that former 'Doctor Who' actor Matt Smith will play a young Duke of Edinburgh in a new drama 'The Crown'.
- [George and Charlotte receive gifts from the Obamas](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/george-and-charlotte-receive-gifts-from-the-obamas/): Michelle Obama paid a visit to the UK on Tuesday, and brought gifts for Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
- [Charles, Camilla and other Royals mark 200th anniversary of Waterloo at St Paul's](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-and-other-royals-mark-200th-anniversary-of-waterloo-at-st-pauls/): Today members of the Royal Family marked the bicentenary of the Battle of Waterloo, which saw Emperor Napoleon toppled by Allied forces in Belgium.
- [Charles and Camilla unveil Waterloo memorial on eve of 200th anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camilla-unveil-waterloo-memorial-on-eve-of-200th-anniversary/): Today The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall were in Belgium, unveiling a memorial to commemorate the lives lost 200 years ago, fighting Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo.
- [Tell me about ... Royal Ascot](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/tell-me-about-royal-ascot/): Royal Ascot is a fixed week in the royal calendar that we can guarantee numerous royal appearances, and a variety of hats, too!
- [Garter Day 2015 - Windsor Castle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/garter-day-2015-windsor-castle/): Yesterday senior members of the Royal Family and Knights of the Garter attended Garter Day at Windsor Castle, spiritual home of The Most Noble Order of the Garter Editor, Chloe, was in Upper Ward at Engine Court for the processions and saw the day first-hand.
- [The Queen's Birthday Parade - Trooping the Colour 2015](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queens-birthday-parade-trooping-the-colour-2015/): Today was The Queen's Birthday Parade, also known as Trooping the Colour.
- [Navy pilot awarded Air Force Cross by Prince Charles for heroic landing](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/navy-pilot-awarded-air-force-cross-by-prince-charles-for-heroic-landing/): A Royal Navy pilot has been awarded the Air Force Cross by The Prince of Wales, for heroically landing his stricken aircraft after suffering engine failure.
- [Lionel Ritchie sings Diana's favourite song to Prince William](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/lionel-ritchie-sings-dianas-favourite-song-to-prince-william/): Tonight, Lionel Ritchie sang his song 'Hello' to Prince William, declaring it to be a favourite song of the late Diana, Princess of Wales.
- [Prince Harry gives Bastion Memorial its permanent home at National Memorial Arboretum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-gives-bastion-memorial-its-permanent-home-at-national-memorial-arboretum/): Today Prince Harry has dedicated the Bastion Memorial at its permanent home at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
- ['Charlotte already sleeps through the night' Prince Charles reveals at veterans tea party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charlotte-already-sleeps-through-the-night-prince-charles-reveals-at-veterans-tea-party/): The Prince of Wales has today revealed that his granddaughter, one-month-old Princess Charlotte, is already sleeping through the night.
- [Queen, Philip, Charles and Harry celebrate Gurkah's at Royal Chelsea Hospital](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/queen-philip-charles-and-harry-celebrate-gurkahs-at-royal-chelsea-hospital/): The Queen last night led celebrations to mark 200 years of Gurkha service with Her Majesty's Armed Forces.
- [Camilla commemorates Winston Churchill at Blenheim Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-commemorates-winston-churchill-at-blenheim-palace/): The Duchess of Cornwall today has commemorated Sir Winston Churchill, 50 years since his death.
- [Recreating Royal Style - steal Sophie and Kate's style!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/recreating-royal-style-steal-sophie-and-kates-style-906/): Recreating Royal Style is here to help your wardrobe be that bit more regal; here are more pieces to help you emulate the Royal ladies' elegant style and fashion-forward looks.
- ['I am the world's most experienced plaque unveiler' says Philip at Richmond College](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/i-am-the-worlds-most-experienced-plaque-unveiler-says-philip-at-richmond-college/): The Duke of Edinburgh declared himself the 'world's most experienced plaque unveiler', as he opened new arts facilities at a community college yesterday.
- [Harry attends WellChild concert with Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-attends-wellchild-concert-with-lady-gaga-and-tony-bennett/): Prince Harry tonight attended a classic jazz concert in support of WellChild, a charity endorsed by the Prince.
- [NEW photos of Princess Charlotte and Prince George - taken by their mother](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/new-princess-charlotte-and-prince-george-pictures-taken-by-their-mother/): A new set of photos of Princess Charlotte of Cambridge, and her brother, Prince George have been released by Kensington Palace.
- [Prince Charles leads Colonel's Review ahead of Trooping the Colour](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-leads-colonels-review-ahead-of-trooping-the-colour/): The Prince of Wales this morning led the Welsh Guards in a rehearsal for Trooping the Colour next weekend.
- [Prince Charles' portraits of D-Day veterans capture their 'spirit and humanity'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-portraits-of-d-day-veterans-capture-their-spirit-and-humanity/): The Prince of Wales has had portraits of D-Day veterans commissioned, and today, on the 71st anniversary of the infamous landings, he has described the 'spirit, resolve, warmth and humanity' captured in the paintings.
- [UPDATED - Princess Charlotte's christening details announced](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/princess-charlottes-christening-details-announced/): Details of Princess Charlotte's christening have been released by Kensington Palace.
- [Blind Veterans celebrate 100th birthday with Sophie at garden party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/blind-veterans-celebrate-100th-birthday-with-sophie-at-garden-party/): Blind Veterans UK today celebrated their 100th anniversary at a garden party at Buckingham Palace, hosted by The Countess of Wessex.
- [Harry made Knight of Royal Victorian Order by The Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-made-knight-of-royal-victorian-order-by-the-queen/): Prince Harry has been appointed a Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (KVCO) by his grandmother, The Queen.
- [Queen, Sophie and Anne attend WI's annual meeting - and has trouble cutting the cake!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-sophie-and-anne-attend-wis-annual-meeting-and-has-trouble-cutting-the-cake/): Today The Queen opened the annual meeting of the National Federation of Women's Institutes, also celebrating its 100th birthday.
- [The Queen ISN'T dead - BBC reporter tweets false news causing panic](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-isnt-dead-bbc-reporter-tweets-false-news-causing-panic/): This morning Buckingham Palace were forced to reveal Her Majesty was attending a routine doctor's appointment -after a BBC reporter mistakenly tweeted The Queen had been hospitalised and then passed away.
- [Charles in Transylvania - Prince sets up foundation to protect rural Romania](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-in-transylvania-prince-sets-up-foundation-to-protect-rural-romania/): Prince Charles has set up The Prince of Wales Romania Foundation in order to protect Romania's rural heritage.
- [Boy Prince Harry gave Inspirational Child award passes away aged 5](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/boy-prince-harry-gave-inspirational-child-award-passes-away-aged-5/): The 5-year-old boy who last year won WellChild's Inspirational Child award presented by Prince Harry, has passed away.
- [Camilla meets the WI's Calendar Girls at garden party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-meets-the-wis-calendar-girls-at-garden-party/): This afternoon, The Duchess of Cornwall hosted 8,000 members of the Women's Institute at Buckingham Palace for a garden party to celebrate the institutes 100th birthday.
- [Gun salutes mark The Queen's coronation anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/gun-salutes-mark-the-queens-coronation-anniversary/): Gun salutes today marked the 62nd anniversary of The Queen's coronation.
- [Royal Rewind - Elizabeth II is crowned at Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/royal-rewind-elizabeth-ii-is-crowned-at-westminster-abbey/): On this day in 1953, Elizabeth II was crowned at Westminster Abbey.
- [William's team loses in cup final as he calls for FIFA to 'put football first'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/williams-team-loses-in-cup-final-as-he-calls-for-fifa-to-put-football-first/): The Duke of Cambridge's team, Aston Villa, yesterday lost 4-0 to Arsenal in the FA Cup final.
- [Five pieces of cake from different Royal Weddings to go on display in London before auction](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/five-pieces-of-cake-from-different-royal-weddings-to-go-on-display-in-london-before-auction/): Pieces of cake from no less than five Royal Weddings are to go on display in London, before they are auctioned off in Beverly Hills, LA.
- [Camilla urges children to put aside their technology and read at Palace reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-urges-children-read-at-palace-reception/): The Duchess of Cornwall this morning hosted a reception at St James's Palace for children that competed in DJ Chris Evans' '500 Words' short story competition.
- [The Queen marks Duchy of Lancaster's 750th anniversary - visiting for the first time in 16 years](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-visits-lancaster-for-the-first-time-in-16-years/): Today The Queen visited Lancaster to mark the 750th Anniversary of the creation of the Duchy of Lancaster Inheritance; this was her first trip to the county town since 1999.
- [WATCH - 'Charlotte will probably support Aston Villa' says Prince William, talking football with Gary Lineker](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-talks-football-with-gary-lineker/): The Duke of Cambridge has given an interview to Gary Lineker ahead of the FA Cup Final on Saturday.
- [LIVE: The State Opening of Parliament](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/live-the-state-opening-of-parliament/): Our editor, Chloe Howard, is right outside the Palace of Westminster to watch the State Opening of Parliament.
- [Tell me about... The State Opening of Parliament](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/tell-me-about-the-opening-of-parliament/): The State Opening of Parliament, the main ceremonial event of the Parliamentary calendar and is the formal occasion when The King calls Parliament to begin a new session.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Brazilian aquamarine brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/large-brazilian-aquamarine-brooch/): This stunner of a brooch consists of a large rectangular aquamarine in a simple diamond setting.
- [Princess Anne marks 100th anniversary of Britain's worst rail disaster at Quintinshill](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-marks-100th-anniversary-of-britains-worst-rail-disaster-at-quintinshill/): The Princess Royal has spent two days near the English-Scottish border, to mark the centenary anniversary of the Quintinshill rail disaster.
- [Royal Visit NI - Charles and Camilla leave Ireland leaving message of peace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royal-visit-ni-charles-and-camilla-leave-ireland-leaving-message-of-peace/): The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall's second and final day in Northern Ireland began with a trip to Mount Stewart, a National Trust property in County Down.
- [VIDEO - New MP calls for abolition of Monarchy...seconds before taking oath to The Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-mp-calls-for-abolition-of-monarchy-seconds-before-taking-oath-to-the-queen/): An MP made a mockery of his oath of allegiance to Her Majesty on Wednesday, when he called for the abolition of Monarchy just seconds before he swore his service to The Queen.
- [Arsenal fan writes to The Queen - asking for FA cup final tickets](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/arsenal-fan-writes-to-the-queen-asking-for-fa-cup-final-tickets/): A letter to The Queen is nothing unusual - she receives hundreds every day.
- [Royal Visit NI - Charles and Camilla attend church and meet Belfasters](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royal-visit-ni-charles-and-camilla-attend-church-and-meet-belfasters/): The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrived in Northern Ireland yesterday to begin their two-day visit.
- [The Countess of Wessex in Prague for DofE awards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-of-wessex-in-prague/): The Countess of Wessex has been in Prague for two days, handing out Duke of Edinburgh Awards to young Czechs.
- [William meets England women's football team - and reveals Princess Charlotte is keeping him up](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-meets-england-womens-football-team-and-reveals-princess-charlotte-is-keeping-him-up/): The Duke of Cambridge today returned to St George's Park, Burton-upon-Trent, to wish the England women's football team good luck ahead of the women's World Cup in Canada.
- [Royal Visit Ireland - Charles and Camilla visit site of Lord Mountbatten's death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royal-visit-ireland-charles-and-camilla-visit-site-of-lord-mountbattens-death/): The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall started their second day in Ireland with engagements in Sligo.
- [Royal Visit Ireland: Charles meets Sinn Fein president and Camilla tries a cocktail](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royal-visit-ireland-charles-meets-sinn-fein-president-and-camilla-tries-a-cocktail/): The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall today began their short visit to Ireland, despite the security threats they face.
- [Prince Harry shows The Queen around Sentebale's HIV garden at Chelsea Flower Show](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-shows-the-queen-around-sentebales-hiv-garden-at-chelsea-flower-show/): Prince Harry's charity, Sentebale, entered a garden into the Chelsea Flower show, and the 30-year-old showed some of his family members around.
- ['We need results now' - William calls for action on illegal wildlife trade](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/we-need-results-now-william-calls-for-action-on-illegal-wildlife-trade/): The Duke of Cambridge has spent the day in Gland, Switzerland, attending a United for Wildlife Taskforce talk, in a bid to end the illegal wildlife trade.
- [Duchess of Cambridge may join Anmer's Women's Institute](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-may-join-anmers-womens-institute/): The Duchess of Cambridge may soon be joining her local Women's Institute, just like The Queen.
- [Bring back National Service says Prince Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/bring-back-national-service-says-prince-harry/): Prince Harry has shown his support to bring back National Service in an interview with The Sunday Times.
- [The 'Welsh crown jewels' used at Charles' investiture will return to Wales](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-welsh-crown-jewels-to-return-to-wales/): The Queen has given her permission for the 'Welsh crown jewels' to return to Wales.
- [Day eight in New Zealand: Harry shows his football skills](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-eight-in-new-zealand-harry-shows-his-football-skills/): Prince Harry had a high-energy day on the last day of his tour, starting with a football match with the U20 team at New Zealand U20 World Cup.
- [Day seven in New Zealand: Harry meets spinal patients and gets cheeky with paint](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-seven-in-new-zealand-harry-meets-spinal-patients-and-gets-cheeky-with-paint/): Prince Harry started his day at Mangere's Southern Cross Campus in Auckland.
- [Six arrested over bomb plot in Ireland days before Charles and Camilla visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/six-arrested-over-bomb-plot-in-ireland-days-before-charles-and-camilla-visit/): Six men have been arrested following the discovery of a stash of bombs and guns close to where The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall will visit in just a few days time, the Irish Daily Mirror reports.
- [Charles and Camilla spend the day in Liverpool](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camilla-spend-the-day-in-liverpool/): The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall spent the day in Liverpool, undertaking numerous engagements each.
- [Day Six in New Zealand: Harry tries Maori and canoeing](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-six-in-new-zealand-harry-tries-maori-and-canoeing/): Prince Harry spent the night at Ohakea Air Force base yesterday, and travelled to Whanganui, where he was greeted by Whanganui mayor, Annette Main.
- [Frogmore House to open its doors and raise money for charity](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/frogmore-house-to-open-its-doors-and-raise-money-for-charity/): Frogmore House and Gardens will be opening for a few days in May, June and August to raise money for charity.
- [Prince Charles' letters to government ministers made public](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/live-updates-prince-charles-letters-to-government-ministers-made-public/): The letters The Prince of Wales wrote to government ministers are to be released today, following a court ruling in March.
- [Day Five in New Zealand: Harry does the haka](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-five-in-new-zealand-harry-does-the-haka/): After spending last night in Christchurch, Prince Harry made a few last stops before moving to Linton.
- [Royals attend memorial service for the late Duke of Wellington](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-attend-memorial-service-for-the-late-duke-of-wellington/): Members of the Royal Family today attended a memorial service for the late Duke of Wellington.
- [Ginger fanatic wanted to kill Charles & William and put Harry on the throne](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/ginger-fanatic-wanted-to-kill-charles-william-and-put-harry-on-the-throne/): A ginger-haired man was plotting to assassinate The Prince of Wales and Duke of Cambridge so that his fellow red-head, Prince Harry, could sit on the throne, a court has heard.
- [Day Four: Prince Harry in New Zealand - 'gingers rule'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-four-harry-in-new-zealand-gingers-rule/): Prince Harry is just over half way through his New Zealand, and spent the night in Christchurch yesterday. Royal news.
- [Duchess of Cambridge pens letter in support of children's hospice week](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-pens-letter-in-support-of-childrens-hospice-week/): The Duchess of Cambridge has penned a letter in support of Children's Hospice Week.
- [Day Three in New Zealand: Harry admits he 'would love to have kids'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-three-in-new-zealand-harry-admits-he-would-love-to-have-kids/): Today was Prince Harry's third day in New Zealand, and he began his day with a trip to a primary school, before giving an interview which revealed he would love to have children.
- [Queen and Camilla attend Royal Windsor Horse show](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-and-camilla-attend-royal-windsor-horse-show/): The Queen and Duchess of Cornwall today attended the Royal Windsor Horse show together, at Windsor Castle.
- [Royal Family mark VE Day with service at Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-family-mark-ve-day-with-service-at-westminster-abbey/): Today senior members of the Royal Family attended a special service at Westminster Abbey to mark the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
- [Day Two: Harry in New Zealand](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-two-harry-in-new-zealand/): On the second day of Prince Harry's tour of New Zealand, he made a few stops throughout the day, beginning with Invercargill.
- [Palace footman dies minutes after receiving service medals](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/palace-footman-dies-minutes-after-receiving-service-medals/): A Buckingham Palace footman died just three minutes after he received his long service and Royal Victoria medals for service in the Royal Household.
- [Countess of Wessex celebrates liberation anniversary of Guernsey and Jersey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-of-wessex-celebrates-guernseys-liberation-anniversary/): Today The Countess of Wessex visited the island of Guernsey to celebrate the 70th anniversary since the islands were liberated of German occupation following WWII.
- [Day One: Harry in New Zealand](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/day-one-harry-in-new-zealand/): Prince Harry began his week-long tour of New Zealand earlier today, landing in Wellington.
- [Prince Harry says he is 'incredibly fortunate' to have worked with Australian forces](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-says-he-is-incredibly-fortunate-to-have-worked-with-australian-forces/): Prince Harry today finished his month-long attachment to the Australian military and described himself as 'incredibly fortunate' to have worked with the Australian Defence Force.
- [The Queen lights beacon, leading commemorative events for VE Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-lights-beacon-leading-commemorate-events-for-ve-day/): The Queen lit a beacon at Windsor Castle tonight to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe day.
- [Gurkhas relieve Welsh Guards from guard duty in anniversary year](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/gurkhas-relieve-welsh-guards-from-guard-duty/): The Welsh Guards were relieved of their duty guarding the royal palaces by the Royal Regiment of the Ghurkas on Wednesday.
- [The Queen may deliver parliamentary speech even if majority government not formed](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-may-deliver-parliamentary-speech-even-if-majority-government-not-formed/): As the exit polls show the Conservatives have the most votes, but not a majority, questions are being asked about The Queen's role following the General Election.
- [Prince Harry's New Zealand itinerary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harrys-new-zealand-itinerary-2/): Prince Harry is spending some time in New Zealand, and here are his plans.
- [The Cambridges leave Kensington Palace for Norfolk](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/the-cambridges-leave-kensington-for-norfolk/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been spotted leaving Kensington Palace London. Royal news.
- [ROYAL BABY NAMED: Princess Charlotte of Cambridge](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royal-baby-named-princess-charlotte-of-cambridge/): William and Catherine's daughter has been named: Charlotte Elizabeth Diana. Royal News.
- [Charles and Anne made Commodores-in-Chief in Canadian Navy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-anne-made-commodores-in-chief-in-canadian-navy/): The Queen has appointed The Prince of Wales and Princess Royal as Commodores-in-Chief in the Royal Canadian Navy.
- [How the world celebrated the arrival of a Princess](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/how-the-world-celebrated-the-arrival-of-a-princess/): The world was abuzz with excitement yesterday, upon the announcement that The Duchess of Cambridge had gone into labour, and then that she had given birth to a girl.
- [Things to know about the new Princess of Cambridge (Royal Baby 2)](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/things-to-know-about-royal-baby-2/): We now know that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's second child arrived today, 2nd May; so what do you need to know about the Princess of Cambridge, and what does this mean for the Monarchy and the UK?
- [Beside the seaside: Osborne House](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/osborne-house-isle-of-wight-queen-victoria-albert/): Known for its role in the lives of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, Osborne House lies on the Isle of Wight. Royal History.
- [WATCH: Live feeds for Royal Baby](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/watch-live-feeds-for-royal-baby/): Here is a collection of UK live feeds so you don't miss any of the action today.
- [LIVE UPDATES: Welcome to the world, Princess of Cambridge!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/welcome-to-the-world-princess-of-cambridge/): After a long nine-months for Royal watchers, The Crown Chronicles can now announce the birth of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's second child! Royal news.
- [The Queen and Prince Charles present new Colours to the Welsh Guards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-and-prince-charles-present-new-colours-to-the-welsh-guards/): The Queen, joined by The Prince of Wales, today presented the Welsh Guards with their new Colours.
- [The Queen Mother learned to protect herself from Nazis by shooting rats](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-queen-mother-learned-to-protect-herself-from-nazis-by-shooting-rats/): It has been revealed that The Queen Mother learned to shoot rats at Buckingham Palace in order to protect herself, should she or her family be kidnapped by the Nazis during World War II.
- [The Queen wants a footman, sous chef and decorator!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/want-a-job-the-queen-wants-a-footman-a-sous-chef-and-a-decorator/): The Queen employs more than 400 members of Household staff to run Buckingham Palace and is looking to add a few more to the payroll.
- [George III and his 'madness' - what caused it and how did it affect his job?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/george-iii-and-his-madness/): George III is much remembered for his illness and his son taking over as Regent, but what was his illness and how did it affect him?
- [The Queen and Prince Charles donate money to Nepal crisis](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-and-prince-charles-donate-money-to-nepal-crisis/): The Queen and Prince of Wales have donated money to help the crisis stricken country of Nepal, following the earthquake there on Saturday and Sunday.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Jardine star brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-jardine-star-brooch/): The Jardine Star brooch is one of a selection that Elizabeth II was regularly seen wearing, and seemed to be one of her favourites.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: cameo rose brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-cameo-rose-brooch/): An unusual piece of Her Majesty's in the fact that it isn't of a standard form, but mimicking a cameo.
- [The Queen loves Downton Abbey - and tries to spot any mistakes!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-loves-downton-abbey-and-tries-to-spot-any-mistakes/): Downton Abbey returns for its final series this month - and it is guaranteed to have some Royal viewers glued to the TV screen, including The Queen.
- [Bruce Oldfield: "Diana shunned me" in fashion stakes after divorce](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/bruce-oldfield-diana-shunned-me-in-fashion-stakes-after-divorce/): Designer Bruce Oldfield has revealed how Diana, Princess of Wales, stopped wearing his designs following her divorce, and his fashion company almost folded because of it.
- [Henry VIII and Edward VIII voted worst Monarchs in history](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-tudors/henry-viii-worst-monarch-in-history/): A poll of historical writers has named King Henry VIII as the worst Monarch in history.
- [Vandals destroy Quintinshill memorial tree planted by Princess Anne](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/vandals-quintinshill-memorial-tree-princess-anne/): Vandals have destroyed a pear tree planted by Princess Anne to mark the centenary of the Quintinshill rail disaster.
- [Camilla is 'addicted' to her son's cooking show says Tom Parker-Bowles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/camilla-is-addicted-to-her-sons-cooking-show-says-tom-parker-bowles/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall is addicted to her son's Australian cookery show, says Tom Parker-Bowles.
- [Carl Philip and Sofia make debut visit as a married couple](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/carl-philip-sofia-make-debut-visit-married-couple/): Prince Carl Philip and his new wife, Princess Sofia have carried out their first official Royal visit this week, since marrying in June.
- [Sophie and Lady Louise support English team on the hockey pitch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-louise-english-hockey/): The Countess of Wessex was joined by her daughter, Lady Louise, on Sunday to watch the English hockey team take on the Dutch.
- [Royal Mint release £20 coin to mark Queen's achievement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-mint-coin-queens-achievement/): The Royal Mint have released a £20 coin to mark The Queen becoming the longest reigning Monarch in British history.
- [Long to wave over us: Londoners asked to applaud Queen on Thames on 9th September](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/londoners-asked-applaud-queen-9th-september/): Londoners and its visitors are being asked to line the banks of the River Thames and applaud The Queen as she becomes the longest reigning Monarch on 9th September.
- [Prince Albert apologises for Monaco's involvement in WWII](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-albert-apology-jews-wwii/): Prince Albert made a public apology for the role of the Monegasque police in the Second World War during visit to a Monaco cemetery on Thursday.
- [Richard III Society seeks to solve Princes in the Tower mystery](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/medieval-history/riii-society-solve-princes-in-tower/): The lost Princes in the Tower is a mystery that historians have not been able to solve for centuries.
- [Charles wants cherry trees to return to Regents Park](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-cherry-trees-regents-park/): Prince Charles has called for the return of a Cherry tree avenue to Chester Road in Regent's Park.
- [Harry and Kate voted the ideal travel companions](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/harry-kate-voted-ideal-travel/): Prince Harry and The Duchess of Cambridge have been voted as the ideal travel partners, according to a poll.
- [Crown Princess Mary voted most fashionable Royal](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/crown-princess-mary-voted-most-fashionable-royal/): Denmark's Crown Princess Mary has been voted as the most fashionable Royal in a poll of 30,000 people. Conducted by Hello!
- [William praises Queen as 'source of pride & reassurance' in foreword for biography](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/william-praises-queen-in-foreword-biography/): Prince William has paid tribute to his grandmother, The Queen, for her sense of humour, her dutiful nature and her reassuring presence in a foreword for a new biography.
- [BBC documentary to compare Queen's reign with Victoria's  as longest reigning Monarch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/bbc-documentary-to-compare-queens-reign-with-victorias/): A one-hour long special documentary on BBC One will commemorate the day Her Majesty overtakes Queen Victoria to become the longest reigning Monarch in British history, on 9th September.
- [Long To Reign Over Us: exhibition & china to mark Queen as longest reigning Monarch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/long-to-reign-over-us-exhibition-china-to-mark-queen-as-longest-reigning-monarch/): The Queen becomes the longest reigning Monarch in British history on 9th September, and the Royal Collection Trust is to mark the occasion with a special exhibition and some collectible chinaware.
- [Prince Harry to visit Southern Africa and Washington](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-to-visit-southern-africa-and-washington/): Prince Harry is to visit Lesotho, South Africa and Washington D.C. later this year.
- [David Cameron supports request to give George and Charlotte privacy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/david-cameron-supports-request-to-give-george-and-charlotte-privacy/): Prime Minister David Cameron yesterday expressed his sympathy and support of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's request regarding paparazzi photos of their children.
- [Prince Henrik excited ahead of first day at school](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-henrik-excited-ahead-of-first-day-at-school/): It was an important day for Prince Henrik of Denmark this week as he was pictured, bright red backpack at the ready, for his first day of school.
- [The young Royals and charity - William, Catherine & Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/charities-and-patronages/the-young-royals-and-charity-william-catherine-harry/): The Royal Foundation of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry is the young Royals' primary charitable vehicle.
- [Queen leads VJ day commemorations in spite of threats on her life](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-leads-vj-day-commemorations-in-spite-of-threats-on-her-life/): Today The Queen led commemorations for VJ Day, the anniversary of the end of WWII, despite facing serious threats to her life from terrorists.
- [Tell me about ... the British Monarchist Society](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/tell-me-about-the-british-monarchist-society/): The British Monarchist Society is the UK's premier Monarchist organisation, that works closely with The Crown Chronicles.
- [Kensington Palace ask for privacy for Prince George and Princess Charlotte](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kensington-palace-ask-for-privacy-for-prince-george-and-princess-charlotte/): Kensington Palace have released a letter pleading with international press to stop buying paparazzi images of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's children, which are regularly published abroad.
- [Prince Nicolae stripped of title & removed from Romanian succession](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-nicolae-stripped-of-title-removed-from-romanian-succession/): In a somewhat controversial move, King Michael (also Mihai) of Romania has made the decision to remove his grandson, Prince Nicholas, from the line of succession to the now defunct Romanian throne.
- [Look inside Clarence House - the home of Prince Charles & Camilla](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/a-look-inside-clarence-house/): Last week, I was lucky enough to enjoy a private tour of Clarence House, the official London residence of The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall.
- [New photo shows Prince Harry in the fight against poachers](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/photo-prince-harry-fight-against-poachers/): Prince Harry moved to Africa at the end of June, to begin work fighting poachers and help in the conservation of Africa's vulnerable species.
- [New photos of Prince Charles and Diana's wedding to go on sale in Boston](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/new-photos-of-prince-charles-and-dianas-wedding-to-go-on-sale-in-boston/): Previously unseen photos from the wedding of Prince Charles to Lady Diana Spencer are to be sold at an American auction next month.
- [Republican says Australians want to be 'grown ups' and abolish Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/republican-says-australians-want-to-be-grown-ups-and-abolish-monarchy/): Former rugby player-turned-republican Peter FitzSimons has said that Australians want 'to be grown ups' - and do away with The Queen as their Head of State.
- [Jihadi bomb plot to kill Queen on VJ Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/jihadi-bomb-plot-to-kill-queen-on-vj-day/): Reports of a plot to assassinate Her Majesty The Queen on VJ day have surfaced - and MI5 and the police are still trying to thwart it.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: pink stone brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-pink-stone-brooch-2/): Continuing our look at The Queen's brooches, this is a small brooch featuring a pink stone with a diamond setting, surrounded by large diamonds, and smaller ones between on the outer edge.
- [Royal Mint to release £100 Buckingham Palace coin](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/royal-mint-to-release-100-buckingham-palace-coin/): The Royal Mint are releasing a £100 face-value coin featuring Buckingham Palace.
- [Prince Harry to be part of Spitfire flypast](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-spitfire-flypast/): Prince Harry is to be part of a flypast of Spitfires and Hurricanes next month, in a Battle of Britain display.
- [Charles to be given three honorary appointments during New Zealand visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-to-be-given-three-honorary-appointments-during-new-zealand-visit/): Prince Charles is to be given three honorary appointments in the New Zealand Armed Forces when he visits in November.
- [Pierre and Beatrice wed again in religious Italian ceremony](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/pierre-beatrice-wed-religious-ceremony-italy/): Once again, guests and Royals gathered to celebrate the marriage of Pierre Casiraghi and Beatrice Borromeo, this time for the religious ceremony.
- [New photos of Queen, Camilla and William released for exhibition](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/new-photos-of-queen-camilla-william-exhibition/): New 'quadruple' portraits of The Queen, Camilla and Prince William have been released.
- [Summer holiday with the Royal Family - Balmoral and Birkhall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/summer-holiday-royal-family-balmoral-birkhall/): As we wrap up July, so begins the summer holiday for the Royal Family: The Queen and Prince Philip head off to Balmoral, signalling the beginning of their 6 week-summer, and a rest from their official duties.
- [Catherine joins William qualifying as an advanced scuba diver](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-joins-william-qualifying-as-an-advanced-scuba-diver/): The Duchess of Cambridge has joined her husband in one of his hobbies: Catherine has qualified as an advanced scuba diver.
- [Behind the lens - a look into the life of an amateur Royal photographer](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/the-life-of-an-amateur-royal-photographer/): Paul Ratcliffe is an amateur Royal photographer and has been following the Royal Family all over the country with his camera since he was a child.
- [Only Prince George can save the The Queen's declining Corgi](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/only-prince-george-can-save-the-the-queens-declining-corgi/): The declining breed of Pembrokeshire Corgi needs a Royal hero - is it only Prince George of Cambridge who can save The Queen's favourite breed now?
- [Who's Who - Norwegian Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/whos-norwegian-royal-family/): The existence of a Norwegian monarch can be dated back to 857 with the unification of Norway.
- [Danish Royal Family gather for annual summer photo call](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/danish-royals-gather-for-annual-summer-photo-call/): Whilst Monaco were celebrating a Royal wedding, the Danish Royal Family were out in force this weekend for their annual summer photo call.
- [Charles and Camilla attend Sandringham Flower Show](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camilla-attend-sandringham-flower-show/): Today, Prince Charles and Camilla attended the annual Sandringham Flower Show.
- [New photos of Swedish newborn Prince Nicolas released](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-photos-swedish-newborn-prince-nicolas-released/): New mother of two, Princess Madeleine of Sweden, showed off her family in newly released photos, posting them proudly on her Facebook page.
- [Tom Parker-Bowles interview: 'my mother was good cop' and Charles 'will make a fantastic king'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/tom-parker-bowles-interview-talks-of-charles-and-camilla/): The Duchess of Cornwall's son, Tom Parker-Bowles has given an interview to 9 News Australia, and has spoken candidly about his life, his mother, Camilla, and being the step-son of The Prince of Wales.
- [Pierre Casiraghi of Monaco and Beatrice Borromeo marry in civil ceremony](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/pierre-casiraghi-monaco-beatrice-borromeo-marry-civil-ceremony/): The first half of a Royal Wedding took place this weekend in Monaco as Pierre Casiraghi, youngest son of Princess Caroline, wed his girlfriend of seven years, Beatrice Borromeo in a civil ceremony.
- [William at risk piloting air ambulances - due to flight tracking app](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-at-risk-flying-air-ambulance/): Prince William is at risk whenever he flies an air ambulance helicopter in East Anglia - because of a mobile app.
- [IRA plot against Prince Charles and Diana at concert was 'shocking' says Duran Duran drummer](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/ira-plot-against-prince-charles-and-diana-at-concert-was-shocking-says-duran-duran-drummer/): Duran Duran drummer Roger Taylor has revealed the moment he found out that the IRA were plotting to kill Prince Charles and Diana at one of the band's concerts.
- [America's cup in Portsmouth a wash-out - but William and Catherine carry on](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/americas-cup-in-portsmouth-a-wash-out-but-william-and-catherine-carry-on/): Today, William and Catherine had a day planned in Portsmouth for the America's Cup, but bad weather cancelled the race, for which they were to hand out the winning medals.
- [Recreating Royal Style - The Duchess of Cambridge](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/recreating-royal-style-the-duchess-of-cambridge/): Since she married Prince William in 2011, the world has paid attention to what The Duchess of Cambridge wears, and brands she's seen in instantly get a publicity boost.
- [Anne presents re-formed RAF squadron with new standard at RAF Brize Norton](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/anne-presents-reformed-raf-squadron-with-new-standard-brize-norton/): Yesterday, Princess Anne witnessed the reformation of the 70th Sqaudron of the RAF, presenting them with a new standard at RAF Brize Norton.
- [Buckingham Palace Summer Opening shows State Banquet special](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/buckingham-palace-opens-its-doors-for-the-summer-with-state-banquet-special/): Tomorrow, Buckingham Palace begins its Summer Opening once more, allowing thousands of people through the doors of the Palace to take a look at The Queen's central London home.
- [New BBC film depicts scandalous life of Lady Seymour Worsley](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-georgians/new-film-depicts-scandalous-life-of-lady-seymour-worsley/): A new BBC film, 'The Scandalous Lady W', is to be released next month, depicting the infamy of a Georgian lady.
- [Charles and Camilla's last day visiting Cornwall - litter picking and survival skills](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camillas-last-day-visiting-cornwall-litter-picking-and-survival-skills/): On the last day of Charles and Camilla's visit to Cornwall, the Royal couple undertook a host of engagements yesterday, including a marine litter initiative and the local air ambulance service.
- [Wine and lobster on the menu for Charles and Camilla's day in the Scilly Isles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/wine-and-lobster-on-the-menu-for-charles-and-camillas-day-in-the-scilly-isles/): Yesterday, Charles and Camilla spent time on the Scilly Isles during their three-day visit to Cornwall.
- [Prince George at 2 - his life in pictures](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-at-2-his-life-in-pictures/): Today is Prince George's 2nd birthday.
- [New picture released for Prince George's brithday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/new-picture-released-for-prince-georges-brithday/): Kensington Palace have released a new image for Prince George's second birthday.
- [Bumper crowds turn out for Charles and Camilla's first day in Cornwall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/bumper-crowds-turn-out-for-charles-and-camillas-first-day-in-cornwall/): Bumper crowds turned out to see The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall on the first day of their three-day visit to the county today.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Cullinan III & IV brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-cullinan-iii-iv-brooch/): This brooch features one large pear shaped diamond suspended from a square cut stone. Together they create a rather impressive brooch.
- [Images released of Duchess of York, Elizabeth and Margaret in Nazi salute](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/images-released-of-duchess-of-york-elizabeth-and-margaret-in-nazi-salute/): The Sun has released footage and stills of Queen Elizabeth, Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret performing a Nazi salute with Edward, Prince of Wales.
- [Prince Andrew takes over from Patrick Stewart as Chancellor of Huddersfield University](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/prince-andrew-takes-over-from-patrick-stewart-as-chancellor-of-huddersfield-university/): The Duke of York was installed as the Chancellor of the University of Huddersfield on Monday, taking over from actor, Sir Patrick Stewart.
- [The Queen has stopped breeding corgis so none are 'left behind'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-has-stopped-breeding-corgis-so-none-are-left-behind/): The Queen has reportedly stopped breeding corgis, her dog of choice, because Her Majesty doesn't want to leave any behind after she dies.
- [George and the Dragon coin to be released for Prince George's 2nd birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/george-and-the-dragon-coin-to-be-released-for-prince-georges-2nd-birthday/): The Royal Mint is releasing a coin to celebrate Prince George of Cambridge's second birthday.
- [Who's Who - The Spanish Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/whos-who-the-spanish-royal-family/): The Monarchy has a long history within Spain dating back as far as the eighth century, however its existence has always been assured.
- [Prince Albert II celebrates ten years on the throne](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-albert-ii-celebrates-ten-years-on-the-throne/): This weekend Monaco gathered in the Palace Square to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Prince Albert II's ascension to the throne.
- [Harry announces next Invictus Games to be hosted in Florida](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-announces-next-invictus-games-to-be-hosted-in-florida/): Prince Harry today announced that the next Invictus Games, an international sporting competition for injured veterans, will be held in Orlando, Florida.
- [Sale of Admiralty Arch and Old War Office will put Queen at risk say Peers](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sale-of-admiralty-arch-and-old-war-office-will-put-queen-at-risk-say-peers/): Peers have said that the sale Admiralty Arch and the Old War Office in central London will put national security, and The Queen, at risk.
- [Camilla writes to family who lost daughter to brain tumour and donates to their charity](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-writes-to-family-who-lost-daughter-to-brain-tumour-and-donates-to-their-charity/): The Duchess of Cornwall has written to the family of a 10-year-old girl who died following a brain tumour, also making a donation to the family's charity, set up in their daughter's memory.
- [Phew! Camilla puts Andy Murray's sweatband on eBay for charity](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/phew-camilla-puts-andy-murrays-sweatband-on-ebay-for-charity/): The Duchess of Cornwall has put Andy Murray's sweatband, thrown to her after the Scot's match at Wimbledon, on eBay, to raise money for the Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust.
- [William says Catherine is an 'amazing mother' as he begins air ambulance job](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-says-catherine-is-an-amazing-mother-as-he-begins-air-ambulance-job/): Today is The Duke of Cambridge's very first shift with the East Anglian Air Ambulance Service (EAAAS), after he completed his training in April.
- [Dutch Royal Family gather for annual photo op](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/dutch-royal-family-gather-for-annual-photo-op/): Yesterday, the Dutch Royal Family gathered for their annual summer photocall.
- [Spanish Royals welcome President of Peru during state visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/spanish-royals-welcome-president-of-peru-during-state-visit/): King Felipe and Queen Letizia are continuing to strengthen relations with Latin America, this time inviting The President of Peru, Ollanta Humala, and First Lady Nadine Heredia to Madrid for a two-day State Visit.
- [Royals celebrate 75th anniversary of Battle of Britain with RAF flypast](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-celebrate-75th-anniversary-of-battle-of-britain-with-raf-flypast/): Today, Honourary Air Commodores of the RAF stood on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to watch a fly past, commemorating 75 years since the Battle of Britain.
- [Family christening photos of Princess Charlotte released](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/family-christening-photos-of-princess-charlotte-released/): Kensington Palace have released the official photos of Princess Charlotte following her christening on Sunday.
- [William invites England's women footballers to breakfast at the Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-hosts-englands-women-footballers-to-breakfast-at-the-palace/): Today The Duke of Cambridge hosted a breakfast for England's women footballers at Kensington Palace, who have just returned from Canada following the women's World Cup.
- [Peter Phillips organising street party for Queen's 90th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/peter-phillips-organising-street-party-for-queens-90th-birthday/): The Queen's grandson, Peter Phillips, is organising a street party to celebrate Her Majesty's 90th birthday next year, Buckingham Palace has announced.
- [Who's Who - The Dutch Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/whos-who-the-dutch-royal-family/): As Royal Families go, the Dutch one is relatively young.
- [Wales Week: Charles and Camilla turn bakers and bartenders](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/wales-week-charles-and-camilla-turn-bakers-and-bartenders/): On The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall's second day in Wales yesterday, the Royal couple tried their hand at both baking and bartending, as they began their day in Llanfairfechan.
- [A Royal Day Out: William, Catherine, Sophie and Zara see Andy Murray win at Wimbledon](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/a-royal-day-out-william-catherine-sophie-and-zara-see-andy-murray-win-at-wimbledon/): Today, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Countess of Wessex and Zara Tindall attended the quarter-finals at Wimbledon, to see Andy Murray take on Vasek Pospisil.
- [Wales Week: cricket and football for Prince Charles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/wales-week-cricket-and-football-for-prince-charles/): On Monday, The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall began the week-long visit to Wales, also called Wales Week.
- [Prince Albert and Charlene pose for photos with their twins in Hello! magazine](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-albert-and-charlene-pose-for-photos-with-their-twins-in-hello-magazine/): In December, Monaco saw the arrival of its new heirs, Prince Jacques, Hereditary Prince of Monaco, and Princess Gabriella.
- [William and Andrew commemorate a decade since 7/7 bombings](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-and-andrew-commemorate-a-decade-since-77-bombings/): Today, The Duke of Cambridge and Duke of York commemorated the 10th anniversary since the 7/7 bombings.
- [BBC journalist's tweet about Queen's death 'deeply regrettable'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/bbc-journalists-tweet-about-queens-death-deeply-regrettable/): Following an investigation into a journalist's tweets stating The Queen had died, and then was ill in hospital have been called 'deeply regrettable' by the BBC Trust.
- [The Queen is NOT moving to New York (in case you wondered)](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-not-moving-to-new-york-despite-rumours/): In a strange turn of events, rumours on a New York property blog have suggested that The Queen might be upping sticks - and moving to a $7.9 million apartment in New York.
- [Welcome into the Church: Princess Charlotte's christening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/welcome-into-the-church-princess-charlottes-christening/): Today, Princess Charlotte was christened by the Archbishop of Canterbury at St Magdalene's Church, Sandringham.
- [Flowers from Princess Charlotte's christening to be donated to EACH](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/flowers-from-princess-charlottes-christening-to-be-donated-to-each/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have decided that flowers from Princess Charlotte's christening are to be donated to East Anglian Children's Hospice.
- [Holyrood week - The Queen hosts Garden Party & meets veterans](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/holyrood-week-the-queen-hosts-garden-party-meets-veterans/): The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh have begun Holyrood week in Edinburgh, and today met Scottish veterans.
- [Flower power: Camilla visits Hampton Court Flower Show](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/flower-power-camilla-visits-hampton-court-flower-show/): The Duchess of Cornwall was surrounded by flowers yesterday, taking part in some flower arranging in the morning, then paying a visit to the Hampton Court Flower Show.
- [Felipe and Letizia in Mexico](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/felipe-and-letizia-in-mexico/): This week Felipe and Letizia made their first official visit to Latin America since becoming King and Queen, on a three-day State Visit to Mexico.
- [Victoria's Secret? Queen Victoria's underwear to go on sale](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-victorians/victorias-secret-queen-victorias-underwear-to-go-on-sale/): Queen Victoria's dirty laundry is to be laid bare next week - when a pair of her undergarments will be sold at auction.
- [Who's Who - The Danish Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/whos-who-the-danish-royal-family/): While the British Royal Family are perhaps the most well known across the globe, it seems unfair to forget about their European counterparts.
- [Three Kingdoms, one King: Union of the Crowns](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/three-kingdoms-one-king-union-of-the-crowns/): With the death of the childless Queen Elizabeth I, came the end of the infamous Tudor Dynasty.
- [Charles and Camilla joined by Princess Eugenie at Elephant Family event](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camilla-joined-by-princess-eugenie-at-elephant-family-event/): Yesterday evening, Princess Eugenie joined The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall at Lancaster House, for reception in aid of Elephant Family.
- [The Queen’s Jewellery: scallop shell brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-scallop-shell-brooch/): This brooch features a shell made from solid rows of diamonds, which radiate from a single large pearl nestled at the base of it.
- [William and Kate meet with Hollywood Royalty Brad and Angelina](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-and-kate-meet-with-hollywood-royalty-brad-and-angelina/): It has been reported that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met with actors Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie-Pitt last month.
- [Prince Andrew supports British troops on Armed Forces Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/prince-andrew-supports-british-troops-on-armed-forces-day/): The Duke of York today attended celebrations in Guildford, in support of British troops and Armed Forces Day.
- [The Romanovs to return to Russia?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/the-romanovs-to-return-to-russia/): While many have heard of the Romanovs, it has been long assumed that the Imperial Family and its descendents had been exiled from Russia, never to return.
- [Prince George helps granddad Charles with gardening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-george-helps-granddad-charles-with-gradening/): Prince Charles' Gloucestershire home, Highgrove, had a new gardener recently - in the form of grandson Prince George.
- [The Queen in Germany - meeting young Royal and visiting Bergen Belsen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-in-germany-meeting-young-royal-and-visiting-bergen-belsen/): Today The Queen rounded off her State Visit to Germany in a sombre fashion.
- [The Queen in Frankfurt - lunch with family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-in-frankfurt-lunch-with-family/): On The Queen's third day of her four-day State Visit, she and The Duke of Edinburgh travelled to Frankfurt - and had lunch with family!
- [Charles & Camilla in NZ - Maori meetings and Remembrance Sunday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-in-nz-maori-meetings-and-remembrance-sunday/): The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall met the Maori royalty and commemorated Remembrance Sunday on day five of the Royal visit to New Zealand.
- [Royal Diary - the latest Royal engagements: 9-15th November](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/latest-engagements-9th-november-2015/): The Royal Diary on The Crown Chronicles is here to keep you informed of the latest Royal engagements carried out by the Royal Family.
- [Legal battle launched to take Koh-i-Noor diamond back to India](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/legal-battle-launched-to-take-koh-i-noor-diamond-back-to-india/): The stunning Koh-i-Noor diamond could be stripped from the Crown Jewels and returned to India, if a newly launched legal battle is successful.
- [Queen & Willem-Alexander lead nation in Remembrance at the Cenotaph](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-willem-alexander-remembrance-sunday-2015-cenotaph/): Today, The Queen was joined by King Willem Alexander of the Netherlands at the Cenotaph for the traditional Remembrance Sunday ceremony.
- [The Queen, the Cambridges & other Royals attend Festival of Remembrance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/rthe-queen-cambridges-royals-attend-festival-remembrance/): The Royal British Legion hosted the annual Festival of Remembrance this evening, to commemorate all those that have died in conflicts.
- [Charles & Camilla in NZ - puppies, prison & pinot noir](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camilla-in-new-zealand-puppy-prison-military/): Continuing their 12-day tour of New Zealand, Prince Charles and Camilla spent the day in Nelson, followed by visits to Westport and Wellington.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: chrysanthemum brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-chrysanthemum-brooch/): The chrysanthemum brooch is in the form of such a flower. Deep blue sapphires form the flower's centre and diamonds the petals.
- [Queen praises MOD for finding her uncle's body decades after WWI](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-uncle-body-found-fergus-bowes-lyon-wwi-black-watch/): The Queen has praised the Ministry of Defence for finding the remains of her uncle, Captain Fergus Bowes-Lyon, who was killed at the Battle of Loos.
- [Charles and Camilla welcome home victorious New Zealand team](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camilla-welcome-home-victorious-new-zealand-team/): The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall met the victorious New Zealand Rugby team yesterday, as they arrived home following their success at the Rugby World Cup.
- [Harry & Philip open Westminster Abbey's Field of Remembrance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/harry-philip-open-westminster-abbeys-field-of-remembrance/): This morning, The Duke of Edinburgh and Prince Harry opened the Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey, ahead of Remembrance Sunday.
- [Charles & Camilla's second day in NZ - dancing and reptiles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camillas-second-day-in-nz-dancing-and-reptiles/): On the second day of Prince Charles and Camilla's tour of New Zealand, the couple were out and about in Wellington.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Victoria's bow brooches](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-victorias-bow-brooches/): Victoria's bow brooches are a trio of bows, two large and one small, that - unsurprisingly - belonged to Queen Victoria.
- [Charles & Camilla begin tour of New Zealand with Hongis in the rain](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-begin-tour-of-new-zealand-with-hongis-in-the-rain/): Early this morning, Prince Charles and Camilla landed in Wellington, New Zealand, to begin their tour of the country.
- [Edward's jam-packed week in Canada: DoE award and troops](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/edwards-jam-packed-week-in-canada-doe-award-troops/): The Earl of Wessex has spent time in Toronto, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Canada recently, and his schedul has been jam-packed.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: BJA dove brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-bja-dove-brooch/): The brooch takes the form of a dove.
- [Prince Andrew, Beatrice and Sarah support entrepreneurs Pitch@Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/prince-andrew-pitch-at-the-palace-sarah-beatrice/): Last night, The Duke of York, Princess Beatrice and Sarah, Duchess of York, attended Prince Andrew's Pitch at the Palace event at St James's Palace.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: wattle brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-wattle-brooch/): This brooch is in the form of a spray of wattle, the national flower of Australia, and tea-tree blossom.
- [Remember, remember the 5th November...James I and Bonfire Night](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/5th-november-james-i-what-is-bonfire-night/): An unusal celebration that is only found in the UK, Bonfire Night - sometimes called Guy Fawkes Night - is celebrated on 5th November each year.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: three thistle brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-three-thistle-brooch/): This brooch features three thistles with diamonds and gold and silver, possibly a white metal, for the leaves.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Botswana millet brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-botswana-flower-brooch/): This flower brooch is in the form of a spray of millet (sometimes called sorghum), a crop that is abundant in Botswana.
- [Harry greets Walking with the Wounded team after 1000 mile trek](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-greets-walking-with-the-wounded-team-after-1000-mile-trek/): Prince Harry greeted the Walking with the Wounded team at Buckingham Palace today, following the completion of a 1,000 mile trek across Britain.
- [William & Kate contribute jokes to boy's book in memory of grandads](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-contribute-jokes-to-boys-book-in-memory-of-grandads/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have contributed jokes to a schoolboy's book, to raise money for organisations which supported both of his grandads before their deaths.
- [Royal trio attend rubgy final as Harry hands out trophy to NZ](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-trio-attend-rubgy-final-as-harry-hands-out-trophy-to-nz/): Last night, Prince Harry, Prince William and Prince Philip attended the final of the Rugby World Cup 2015, watching New Zealand retain the cup for a second time.
- [The British Monarchy and the Commonwealth](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/british-monarchy-and-commonwealth-history/): The Commonwealth, formed of 53 members, holds strong ties to the British Monarchy, and its origins begin with Britain's former Colonial Empire.
- [Largest collect of Queen's clothes to go on display to celebrate 90th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queens-clothes-exhibition-celebrate-90th-birthday/): The largest ever collection of The Queen's clothes will go on display next year to celebrate Her Majesty's 90th birthday. Royal news.
- [Harry meets the Obamas and veterans at Invictus Games launch in USA](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-meets-the-obamas-and-veterans-at-invictus-games-launch-in-usa/): Yesterday, Prince Harry spent the day in Virginia and Washington DC, with both of the Obamas, championing the Invictus Games and veterans, including mental health.
- [Romanian protest letter to government calls for return of Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/protest-calls-for-return-of-romanian-monarchy/): On Sunday, the National Alliance for the Restoration of Monarchy in Romania (Alianţa Naţională pentru Restaurarea Monarhiei) revealed they have sent a letter to the President calling for the return of Romanian Monarchy.
- [Catherine attends Women in Hedge Funds gala to support Art Room](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-attends-women-in-hedge-funds-gala-art-room/): Last night, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attended the 100 Women in Hedge Funds Gala dinner at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
- [Four Royals together in Malta for the first time](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/first-time-four-royals-together-malta/): For the 2015 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting next month, The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall will be going to Malta together for the first time in history.
- ['George loves ladybirds' Catherine reveals as she supports early intervention programme](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-in-islington-early-intervention-programme/): Today, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge made some revelations about two-year-old Prince George, as she showed her support for more early intervention programmes for children.
- [First state visit to Indonesia for Queen Margrethe & Henrik](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/first-state-visit-indonesia-queen-margrethe/): It was a busy week for international Royal visits: while Victoria and Daniel were busy in Peru and Colombia, Queen Margrethe was making her first ever official state visit to Indonesia alongside her husband, Prince Consort Henrik.
- [William, Kate & Harry attend James Bond SPECTRE premiere](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/will-kate-harry-james-bond-spectre-premiere/): The Royal trio were out again this evening, to attend the world premiere of the new James Bond film, SPECTRE.
- [William, Kate & Harry spend day at BAFTA clay modelling & throwing wellies](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-spend-day-at-bafta-clay-modelling-throwing-wellies/): Today, Prince William, Catherine and Prince Harry spent the day at BAFTA, and tried their hand at a few unusual tasks...
- [Victoria and Daniel make official visit to Peru and Colombia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/victoria-and-daniel-visit-south-america/): This past week, Crown Princess Victoria and Daniel of Sweden have been carrying out an official visit to Peru and Colombia.
- [Lord of the Manor - Shugborough Hall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/stately-homes-and-houses/inside-shugborough-hall/): The 'Lord of the Manor' series will take a look at the numerous grand estates, stately homes, houses and mansions across the UK.
- [Prince Philip accepts award for his mother's assistance of Jews in WWII](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-award-mothers-bravery-jews-wwii/): Prince Philip has accepted a posthumous award for his mother's bravery in helping Jews in Greece during the Second World War.
- [William & Catherine support youth mental health in Dundee](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/will-and-kate-in-dundee-support-youth-mental-health/): Today, William and Catherine spent the day in Dundee, Scotland, for more youth mental health work.
- [Remembrance Sunday ceremony to be shortened for elderly Queen & Veterans](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/remembrance-sunday-ceremony-to-be-shortened-for-elderly-queen-veterans/): The traditional Remembrance Sunday ceremony attended by the Royal Family and veterans is to be shortened for the 89-year-old Queen and ageing veterans.
- [Harry marks 75th anniversary of Army's bomb disposal unit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-bomb-disposal-service-st-pauls/): Prince Harry attended a service marking 75 years since the formation of the Army’s Royal Engineer bomb disposal unit today.
- [Queen & Camilla see 'horse whisperer' work magic at Royal Mews](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-camilla-horse-whisperer-magic-royal-mews/): Making a surprise visit this afternoon, The Queen joined Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall at the Royal Mews to meet with a horse whisperer.
- [William, Catherine & Andrew spend day with Chinese President](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-catherine-andrew-spend-day-with-chinese-president/): Following last night's immensely successful Chinese State Banquet, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince Andrew, spent time with the President Xi today, for two separate visits.
- [William & Catherine make State Banquet debut for Chinese visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/william-catherine-make-state-banquet-debut-for-chinese-visit/): This evening, William and Catherine made their debut at a State Banquet for the Chinese President.
- [Chinese State Banquet live: the countdown begins](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/chinese-state-banquet-state-visit-live-blog/): The Chinese State Banquet will begin in a matter of hours, so we take a look at preparations for the event, as well as the guest list and what you can expect.
- [Queen & Prince Charles welcome President of China to UK for State Visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-welcomes-chinese-president-state-visit/): The Queen officially welcomed the Preisdent of China, Xi Jinping, to the UK earlier today at Horse Guards Parade, as he begins his State Visit.
- [Recreating Royal Style - bumper edition](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/recreating-royal-style-20-october/): Recreating Royal Style is back again for October, and this time, it's a bumper edition!
- [Volkswagen remove Royal Warrant in crisis over emissions scandal](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/volkswagen-vw-remove-royal-warrant-emissions-scandal/): Volkswagen has announced it has removed the Royal Warrant from its products and letterheads following the company's scandal over its cars' emissions.
- [Sophie Wessex: 'it was hard finding my own path in the Royal Family'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-wessex-it-was-hard-finding-my-own-path-in-the-royal-family/): In another open interview with Camilla Tominey, Sophie, The Countess of Wessex has revealed her surprise at being featured on best-dressed lists, her involvement with her patronages and how it was to find her own way in the most famous Royal Family on Earth.
- [Queen meets old friend as she & Philip open veterinary school](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-meets-old-horse-friend-philip-open-veterinary-school/): Yesterday, The Queen was reacquainted with an old friend of the equine type, when she and Prince Philip opened a school of veterinary medicine at the University of Surrey.
- ['Charlotte is lady-like and George is lively' reaveals William in Cambridge](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-talks-baout-geroge-and-charlotte-lively-ladylike/): It was a day of openness with Prince William yesterday, as he spoke of his children's different personalities, revealing his eldest is a bit of a handful, while his daughter is more placid.
- ["Grief is the most painful experience" says William at Child Bereavement charity dinner](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-grief-painful-experience-child-bereavement-dinner/): Yesterday evening, Prince William recalled the hardship of losing his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, as he attended the 21st birthday dinner for charity Child Bereavement UK.
- [Swedish Royal Baby - Carl Philip and Sofia expecting first child](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/swedish-royal-baby-carl-philip-sofia-expecting-first-child/): The excitement just keeps coming over in Sweden, as today Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia announced that they are expecting their first child.
- [Recreating Royal Style - Duchess Kate's fashion](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/recreating-royal-style-2/): This instalment of Recreating Royal Style will show you some more items to help your wardrobe become that bit more regal!
- [Who's Who - Swedish Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/whos-swedish-royal-family/): The existence of a Swedish King can be traced back to prehistoric times, however, it was not until the 16th Century that the hereditary system we know today came into practice.
- [Henry V's thank you gift to London to go on display](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/medieval-history/henry-vs-agincourt-sceptre-gift-display/): A Crystal Sceptre - given by Henry V to the City of London after the victory at the Battle of Agincourt - is to go on display at the Guildhall Art Gallery, London.
- [Queen strips Corbyn of 'Right Honourable' Privy Counsellor title](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-strips-corbyn-right-honourable-title/): The Queen has stripped Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn of his 'Right Honourable' title, used by Privy Counsellors.
- [90-year-old honours Queen's record reign with poem](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/90-year-old-poem-for-queen-reign/): A 90-year-old poet has honoured The Queen's record-breaking reign this year with a poem in her honour, and received a letter of approval from the Palace Roderick Hynds from Portsmouth has written poetry for the last two decades, finishing over 200 of the lyrical verse, and sent his verse to The Queen to mark her special achievement.
- [Queen calls on rare Privy Council committee to resolve title dispute](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-dna-title-dispute-privy-council/): Rarely does The Queen become involved in disputes over land or titles - but it seems this occasion needed the guiding hand of Her Majesty.
- [Swedish Royals celebrate Prince Nicolas' christening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/swedish-royals-celebrate-prince-nicolas-christening/): Princess Madeleine and her husband, Chris O'Neill, gathered alongside their friends and family for the christening of their three-month-old son, Prince Nicolas today.
- [Sophie: Louise's sight problems encouraged me to help sight charities](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-louises-sight-problems-encouraged-me-to-help-sight-charities/): In a rare interview, The Coutess of Wessex has spoken of her daughter, Lady Louise, her sight problems, and how they have motivated her to support sight charities across the world.
- [William & Catherine highlight youth mental health problems on World Mental Health Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-world-mental-health-day-youth/): Today, William and Catherine highlighted the plight of young people with mental health problems at an event at Harrow College, on World Mental Health Day.
- [Princess Stéphanie of Monaco: elephants helped me after Grace Kelly died](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-stephanie-monaco-elephants-helped-me-mother-died/): In a rare interview, Princess Stéphanie of Monaco has spoken of the difficulty of losing her mother, Princess Grace of Monaco, when she was just 17, and how her adopted elephants helped her.
- [Corbyn avoids kneeling for Queen by missing first Privy Council meeting](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/corbyn-avoids-kneeling-for-queen-by-missing-first-privy-council-meeting/): Jermey Corbyn has once again snubbed Her Majesty The Queen and outraged Royalists by missing his first Privy Council meeting.
- [No-fly zone enforced for privacy at Anmer Hall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/no-fly-zone-enforced-for-privacy-at-anmer-hall/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been granted permission to enforce a no-fly zone over their Norfolk home, Anmer Hall.
- [Harry gives Devon rugby club gold award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-devon-paignton-rugby-gold-award/): Prince Harry visited Paignton Rugby Club, Devon, last night, for more rugby-centred work.
- [Sophie calls on big business to help charity in Qatar](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-calls-on-big-business-to-help-charity-in-qatar/): The Countess of Wessex visited Qatar this week, and has called upon big businesses to fulfil social responsibilities.
- [Harry praises brave children at WellChild awards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-praises-brave-children-at-wellchild-awards/): Last night, Prince Harry attended the WellChild awards, hailing the bravest children of the UK.
- [Carl Philip and Sofia move into first marital home](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/carl-philip-sofia-new-home/): It has been revealed that Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia, who married last July, have chosen Rosendal Palace as their first home.
- [Behind the scenes work is cruicial, like Diana did, says Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/pricne-harry-diana-behind-the-scenes-work/): Prince Harry spoke of his mother's inspiration to him and his charity work this week, as he trekked with Walking with the Wounded.
- [Charles and Diana wedding photos sell for $12,000](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-diana-wedding-photos-sell-for-12000/): Unseen photos of Prince Charles and Lady Diana's wedding have sold at auction for $12,000 in Boston.
- [Harry trains for WWTW walk and says end mental health stigma](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-mental-health-stigma-walking-with-the-wounded/): Today, Prince Harry took part in training to prepare for his walk for Walking with the Wounded, and called for the end to mental health stigma.
- [Recreating Royal style](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/replicating-royal-style-30-09/): Craving a bit of regal style in your wardrobe? Look no further. These items have been specially selected for their similarity to those seen on the Royal ladies!
- [Surprise! Prince Harry hands out medals unexpectedly to youth military](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-hands-out-medals-unexpectedly-hands-out-medals-youth-military/): To the surprise of military students, Prince Harry turned up to hand out medals to outstanding students in Dover today.
- [Mary Queen of Scots DIDN'T kill husband Lord Darnley, say experts](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-tudors/mary-queen-of-scots-killed-husband-not-guilty/): A panel of experts have re-examined the information regarding the death of Lord Darnley, husband of Mary Queen of Scots - and have concluded she wasn't guilty of ordering his murder.
- [Charles and Camilla remember Battle of Loos in Dundee](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-and-camilla-battle-of-loos-dundee-remembrance/): Prince Charles and Camilla spent the day in Dundee yesterday to remember the centenary of the Battle of Loos.
- [Brothers at war: William, Kate & Harry support opposing sides at rugby](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-rugby-support-opposing-sides/): At yesterday's Rugby World Cup match between Wales and England, brothers William and Harry were at war, as they supported opposing sides.
- [Catherine visits women's prison addiction programme](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-visits-prisoner-addiction-programme/): Today, The Duchess of Cambridge visited a women's prison addiction programme at HMP Send to see the work of the Rehabilitation of Addicted Prisoners Trust.
- [Remains of Tsar Nicholas II & Alexandra exhumed in Russia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/historical-news/bones-of-nicholas-ii-alexandra-exhumed-in-russia/): The bones of Tsar Nicholas II and his wife Empress Alexandra of Russia, who were murdered by the Bolsheviks in 1918, have been exhumed in a reopening of their murder case.
- [Royal Mail: how to write to the Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/guide-how-to-write-to-the-royal-family-queen-william-kate-harry/): The King and Queen receive thousands of items of correspondence each year, many from the people in the UK and Commonwealth, but also from across the world.
- [Princess Estelle shines in official family portrait](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/swedish-family-portrait-victoria-daniel-estelle/): The Swedish Royal Family have just released a new portrait of the Crown Princess Couple along with their daughter, Princess Estelle.
- [Princess Mako of Japan secretly completes Masters degree in Leicester](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-mako-japan-studies-secretly-in-leicester/): Princess Mako of Japan has secretly completed her Master degree at the Universtiy of Leicester, it has been revealed.
- [William and Harry help DIY SOS with veterans village](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-and-harry-diy-sos-veterans-village/): Princes William and Prince Harry joined the DIY SOS team today, in order to help create a 'veterans’ village' in Manchester.
- [William supports Diana's anti-bullying campaign & greets Welsh rugby team](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-supports-dianas-anti-bullying-campaign-greets-welsh-rugby-team/): Yesterday Prince William, Duke of Cambridge visited Hammersmith Academy to support the Diana Award's anti-bullying campaign, before he welcomed the Welsh rugby team to London.
- [New republican PM to scrap Australian knighthoods after one year](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/turbull-to-scrap-knighthoods-after-one-year/): Just days after Monarchist Prime Minister Tony Abbott was ousted in Australia, his replacement, Malcolm Turnbull, has already stated his intentions to abolish Knighthoods.
- [William, Catherine and Harry cheer on the England rugby team](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-rugby-england-fiji/): Prince Harry was joined by The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at Twickenham today, to cheer on the England rugby team at the beginning of the Rugby World Cup.
- [The Queen orders powerful new Bentley 4x4 for Scottish Highlands](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-orders-powerful-new-bentley-4x4-for-scottish-highlands/): The Queen will be the first recipient of Bentley's new 4x4, it has been revealed.
- [William calls for action on 'barbaric' hunting of rhinos & elephants](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/william-speech-tusk-trust/): The event was the 25th anniversary ball of the wildlife charity, which seeks to facilitate a peaceful co-existence between Africa's wildlife and its people.
- [Catherine goes back to work visiting children's mental health centres](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-childrens-mental-health-centres/): Today, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge was back to work, visiting a number of children's mental health centres.
- [Rainy Prinsjesdag for Willem-Alexander and Maxima to open Parliament](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/rainy-prinsjesdag-willem-alexander-maxima-open-parliament/): King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima arrived yesterday for the annual Prinsjesdag (Prince's Day) that marks the official opening of Parliament in the Netherlands.
- [Hypocritical Corbyn to kneel for Queen and accept Privy Councillor role](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/corbyn-privy-council-kneel-queen/): Republican Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has made a U-turn on his recent statements, and will now kneel before The Queen to accept a position on her Privy Council.
- [Jeremy Corbyn refuses to sing National Anthem at Battle of Britain service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/jeremy-corbyn-refuses-to-sing-national-anthem-at-battle-of-britain-service/): Attending a service at St Paul's Cathedral alongside The Earl of Wessex, new Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn REF-- USED to sing the National Anthem.
- [Planes & pulpit: Harry and Edward mark 75th anniversary of Battle of Britain](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/edward-prince-harry-battle-of-britain-75th-anniversary/): Today, Prince Harry and Prince Edward marked the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain by watching a flypast and attending church respectively.
- [Sophie, Beatrice & Eugenie answer the phones to raise money for 9/11 charities](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/sophie-beatrice-eugenie-911-charities/): On Friday, Sophie, Countess of Wessex and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie manned the phones at two separate events to raise money for 9/11 charities.
- [The Queen pours the tea at WI meeting - and revealed she skypes!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-wi-tea-skype/): WI members have revealed that The Queen pours tea at WI meetings, as well as her familiarity with modern technology.
- [Wool and wayward youths: Charles visits Leeds](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-prison-visit-leeds/): Prince Charles spent the day in Leeds on Thursday, visiting a prison and wool mill in the city.
- [Queen thanks people for kind messages as she opens Scottish Borders Railway on milestone day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-thanks-people-for-kind-messages-as-she-opens-scottish-borders-railway-on-milestone-day/): Today The Queen marked her historic milestone with business as usual in Scotland.
- [63 years, 216 days and counting: a look at The Queen's reign](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-63-years-216-days/): Today Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II becomes the longest reigning Monarch in British History.
- [Charles to make a Prince's Trust documentary with Ant & Dec](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-princes-trust-documentary-ant-dec/): Tomorrow, Prince Charles will be making a documentary to mark the 40th anniversary of The Prince’s Trust.
- [Catherine's new hobby - drawing George and Charlotte](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherines-new-hobby-drawing-george-and-charlotte/): Royal portraiture has always been a point of discussion, but now it seems that Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is trying her hand at it, by drawing her children.
- [Corbyn's comments about reducing Queen's powers 'an assault on the Monarchy'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/jeremy-corbyn-queen-reduce-power/): The potential new leader of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn, has made comments wanting to reduce the powers of The Queen.
- [Queen joined by Philip, Charles, Peter & Autumn at 200th Braemar Games](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-joined-by-family-at-200th-braemar-games/): The Queen was joined by The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince of Wales, and Peter and Autumn Phillips at the Braemar Games today, celebrating its 200th birthday.
- [Queen Margrethe announces Henrik will retire from Royal duties in New Year's speech](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-margrethe-announces-henrik-will-retire-from-royal-duties-in-new-years-speech/): In Queen Margrethe of Denmark's New Year speech, she announced her husband, Prince Henrik, will be retiring from his Royal duties.
- [Royal Mint was to release 60p Diamond Jubilee coin - but axed idea](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/royal-mint-60p-diamond-jubilee-coin-axed-idea/): It has been revealed that The Royal Mint shelved an idea for a hexagonal 60p coin to commemorate The Queen's Diamond Jubilee of 2012.
- [The most popular Royal moments of 2015](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/the-most-popular-royal-stories-of-2015/): 2015 is almost over, so let's take a look back at the Royal year and it's most popular moments.
- [New Year's honours list recognises Barbara Windsor, Stewart Parvin, Idris Elba & AP McCoy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-years-honours-recognsies/): In The Queen's New Year's Honours list, a number of well-known names have been recognised across a variety of fields.
- [Replicating Royalty - christmas sales](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/replicating-royalty-christmas-sales/): Christmas is over and the sales have begun, so grab yourself a Royal bargain.
- [The American heiresses who saved the British Aristocracy - Jennie Jerome, Lady Randolph Churchill](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/american-heiresses-saved-british-aristocracy-jennie-jerome-lady-randolph-churchill/): Continuing from Mary Leiter's story...
- [Crown Chronicles writer presents documentary on British Royals](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/crown-chronicles-writer-presents-maltese-documentary-on-british-royals/): The Crown Chronicles is proud to announce that writer, Marcella Busuttil, is to present a Royal mini-series next month, for which TCC has cooperated.
- [10 unusual royal rules and traditions of the British Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/10-unusual-royal-traditions-and-rules/): An institution over 1,000 years old, the British Monarchy has a few odd rules and traditions. The weirdest?
- [Charles 'rabbits on' say William & Harry and 'hasn't yet changed a nappy'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-rabbits-on-say-william-harry-in-princes-trust-documentary/): In a documentary that will air next week, Prince William and Prince Harry have revealed their father, Prince Charles, is just like any other - he's embarrassing!
- [Charles thanks Armed Forces for 'personal sacrifice' at Christmas](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-thanks-armed-forces-personal-sacrifice-christmas/): Prince Charles has released a special Christmas message for those currently serving in the Armed Forces.
- [Royals attend church with Queen at Sandringham](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-attend-church-with-queen-at-sandringham/): Still at Sandringham for the festive break, The Queen and members of the Royal Family attended church.
- [The Queen's Christmas speech reflects on 'darkness' of 2015](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-christian-themed-speech/): This year's Queen's speech had a faith-heavy message, reminding viewers of faith in times of hardship, particularly following some of this year's events.
- [Queen in festive red & Kate in green as Royals attend Christmas service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-attend-christmas/): The Royal Family attended the traditional Christmas Day service at St Mary Magdalene's church in Sandringham today.
- [William & Harry compete in traditional Christmas Eve football match](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-compete-traditional-christmas-eve-football-match/): Prince William and younger brother Prince Harry competed in the traditional Christmas Eve football match yesterday.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Victoria's wheat ear brooches](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/queens-jewellery-victorias-wheat-ear-brooches/): Depicting curved ears of wheat, these brooches, which total six, feature diamonds set in gold. The six are two pairs of three, mirroring one another.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: flame lily brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/queens-flame-lily-brooch/): The Flame Lily brooch is in the simplified form of such a flower, the national flower of Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe.
- [The relationship of Elizabeth I & Mary Queen of Scots in letters – part two](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/relationship-elizabeth-mary-queen-scots-letters-part-two/): We have already established that Elizabeth's relationship with her cousin Mary had already taken a sour turn.
- [England 'has no right' to use Stone of Scone for next coronation](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/england-must-ask-to-use-stone-of-scone-for-next-coronation/): England has no right to use the Stone of Scone for Prince Charles' coronation, says the man who stole the stone in 1950.
- [Prince Charles' feisty secretary leaves job](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-secretary-leaves-job/): Prince Charles' Communications Secretary, Kristina Kyriacou, has resigned from her position at Clarence House.
- [Estelle, Victoria & Daniel release Christmas greetings video](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/estelle-victoria-daniel-release-christmas-greetings-video/): Princess Estelle and her parents, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel have released a special Christmas video message.
- [Duke and Duchess of Cambridge release new family photo for Christmas](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-release-new-family-photo-christmas/): A new family photo of the Cambridges has been released.
- [Prince George to begin nursery School in Norfolk](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-attend-nursery-school-norfolk/): Prince George will be starting nursery soon, the palace have confirmed.
- [Sophie mingles with dogs at carol service after lunch with The Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-mingles-dogs-carol-service-lunch-queen/): After attending the Christmas luncheon at Buckingham Palace with The Queen, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, attended a carol service for a canine charity at The Guards Chapel in Wellington Barracks.
- [Anne returns to Liverpool hospital after 20 years for new opening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/anne-returns-liverpool-hospital-20-years-new-opening/): On Tuesday, Princess Anne was in Liverpool to open a new building at the Walton Centre.
- [Queen hosts family Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-hosts-family-christmas-lunch-at-buckingham-palace/): The Queen hosted her family for a Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace today, before she heads to Sandringham later this week.
- [Henry VIII's missing tiltyard towers uncovered at Hampton Court](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-tudors/henry-viiis-tiltyard-towers-uncovered-at-hampton-court/): One of the five tiltyard towers of Henry VIII's jousting arena has been discovered at Hampton Court Palace.
- [Camilla decorates Clarence House Christmas tree with hospice children](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-decorates-clarence-house-christmas-tree-with-hospice-children/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, was assisted in decorating the Clarence House Christmas tree with ill and underprivileged children and their families yesterday evening.
- ['I'm a Chelsea fan' Kate reveals at school Christmas party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-attends-christmas-party-for-mental-health-charity/): Getting into the festive Spirit, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attended the family school Christmas Party for the Anna Freud Centre.
- [Barbados to replace Queen with a president?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/barbado-to-replace-queen-with-a-president/): Is Barbados about the replace The Queen?
- [A right royal Christmas - how the Royals celebrate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/right-royal-christmas-royals-celebrate/): The Royal Family feature in almost every household at Christmas, thanks to The King's speech broadcast at 3pm each year.
- [Prince Harry continues Diana's work with visit to HIV hospital in Mildmay](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-continues-dianas-work-visit-hiv-hospital-mildmay/): Prince Harry is continuing his work with HIV/AIDs sufferers, visiting Mildmay Hospital, a specialist HIV centre.
- [Royal Diary - latest Royal engagements 14-20th December](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/14-20-december-2015/): Here is what the Royal Family will be doing this week - plenty of upcoming engagements and visits before Christmas in the Royal Diary.
- [Charles attends the Sovereigns Parade at Sandhurst](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-attends-sovereigns-parade-sandhurst/): Today, Prince Charles represented The Queen at The Sovereign's Parade at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
- [Kate visits addiction centre as William hands out medals to Ebola medics](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-visits-addiction-centre-william-gives-medals-ebola-medics/): The Duchess of Cambridge today visited the Centre for Addiction Treatment Studies, continuing her work with addiction and mental health causes.
- [Tower of London-type castle found under Gloucester prison](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/medieval-history/tower-of-london-type-castle-found-under-gloucester-prison/): A Norman castle, similar to the Tower of London, has been found under Gloucester Prison.
- [William & Catherine become brokers sealing a €500 million deal](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-catherine-become-brokers-sealing-e500-million-deal/): Supporting three of their charities, William and Catherine became finance brokers for the day, for ICAP's Charity Day.
- [Charles supports flood-hit areas & Queen sends prayers for victims](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/charles-supports-flood-hit-areas-queen-sends/): Following the record rainfall of Storm Desmond, Prince Charles has pledged to helped the communities affected.
- [Diana's favourite tiara for Kate at Diplomatic Corps reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-in-tiara-at-diplomatic-corps-reception/): We saw The Duchess of Cambridge in another tiara this evening, as she attended the Diplomatic Corps reception at Buckingham Palace.
- [Magical mazes & Russian recreations - plans at Hampton Court for 2016](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/stately-homes-and-houses/garden-games-at-hampton-court-in-2016/): A selection of events are set to be held in the gardens of Hampton Court in 2016, depicting important events from the Palace's history as well as some of its best-known residents.
- [Recreating Royal style - winter wear](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/recreating-royal-style-winter-wear/): It's the middle of December, and almost Christmas, so what better excuse to treat yourself, or another Royal fan to something they will love?
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Nizam of Hyderabad rose brooches](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-nizam-of-hyderabad-rose-brooches/): This trio of diamond brooches were originally part of a tiara, given to Princess Elizabeth in 1947.
- [Prince William in Birmingham - Victoria crosses & vulnerable youths](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-in-birmingham/): It was a day in Birmingham for The Duke of Cambridge today, and he began by honouring local Victoria Cross recipients and the war dead.
- [Royal Diary: latest Royal engagements 7-13th December](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-7-13th-december/): What is on the agenda for this week? The latest upcoming engagements for the Royal Family for the week 7th - 13th December 2015.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: daffodil brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/queens-daffodil-brooch/): Featuring the national emblem of Wales, this gold and silver brooch was only first noticed when it was painted!
- ['George will be bouncing around like a rabbit' at Christmas says William](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/george-will-be-bouncing-around-like-a-rabbit-at-christmas-says-william/): Prince William has spoken of Prince George's excitement about Christmas, saying he 'will be bouncing around like a rabbit'.
- [Thatcher beats Queen to most influential woman in past 200 years](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/thatcher-beats-queen-to-most-influential-woman-in-past-200-years/): Three Royals, past and present featured in the top ten of a poll ranking the most influential women of the past two centuries.
- [Princess Astrid of Norway lights Trafalgar Square's Christmas tree](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-astrid-of-norway-turns-on-christmas-lights-trafalgar-square/): Princess Astrid of Norway lit the Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square, London, on Thursday evening.
- [Harry meets Nelson Mandela's widow revealing he honoured the leader at the South Pole](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-meets-nelson-mandelas-widow-revealing-he-honoured-the-leader-at-the-south-pole/): On the final day of his trip to South Africa, Prince Harry visited Nelson Mandela's widow, Graca Machel, and revealed he honoured the former President at the South Pole in 2013.
- ['I'm not a big enough man' for the job of King, said Edward VIII's letter to mistress](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-windsors/edward-viii-letter-to-mistress-doubts-self-as-future-king/): A letter to his mistress has revealed the Playboy Prince, Edward VIII, had doubts about his future as King decades before he abdicated.
- [Queen & Philip mark Scottish church anniversary in London](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-at-st-columbas-church-anniversary/): St Columba's Church received a visit from The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh today, celebrating the anniversary of the current building.
- [Felipe & Letizia to make State Visit to UK in 2016](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/felipe-letizia-spanish-state-visit-to-uk-in-2016/): King Felipe of Spain will make a State Visit to the UK early next year, it has been announced.
- ['Welcome home' King Felipe tells Spanish-Jews following new laws](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-felipe-spanish-jews-welcome-home-new-laws/): On Monday, King Felipe honoured the Spanish-Jewish community, by righting a five-century old wrong against the Jewish people.
- [Harry shares personal photos & videos of time in Africa](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-shares-personal-photos-videos-of-time-in-africa/): After visiting Kruger Park and seeing the carcasses of recently poached white rhinos, Prince Harry has released some personal footage and photos of his summer in Africa, working on conservation projects, showing the plight of endangered species in Africa.
- [Poachers, surfing & praising William's conservation work -  Harry in Durban](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-in-durban-rugby-surfing-beach-kruger-park/): Harry traveled to Durban yesterday, for engagements centred around conservation, including poachers and rhino carcasses, rugby and surfing.
- [Prince Harry presents Desmond Tutu with medal & admits he's cooler than William](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-i-am-cooler-than-william-desmond-tutu-award-football/): Prince Harry's tour of South Africa continued with football, a retired Archbishop - and an admission he's cooler than his brother.
- [State Dining Room closed at Buckingham Palace due to dangerous ceiling](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/state-dining-room-closed-at-buckingham-palace-due-to-dangerous-ceiling-repairs-needed/): The poor condition of ceiling in the State Dining Room at Buckingham Palace has forced the room to close, forcing questions to be raised about the state of upkeep at the Palace.
- [Royal Diary – the latest Royal engagements: 30-6th December](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-30-6th-december/): Take a look at the latest upcoming engagements for the Royal Family for the week 30th November – 6th December 2015.
- [Harry falls off horse TWICE during polo match in Cape Town](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-falls-of-horse-twice-during-polo-match-in-cape-town/): Continuing his tour in southern Africa, Prince Harry played in a charity polo match yesterday, and fell off his horse - twice!
- [Charlotte is adorable in new pictures taken by her mother](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/new-photos-of-princess-charlotte/): New photos of Princess Charlotte, have been released - and they are adorable.
- [Queen & Royal party conclude visit to Malta after CHOGM](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-royal-party-conclude-visit-malta-chogm/): Yesterday was the last day for the four Royals in Malta, concluding the State Visit as well as the CHOGM.
- [Queen opens CHOGM & Charles launches charity on Malta State Visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-opens-chogm-charles-launches-charity-malta-state-visit/): The Queen officially openened CHOGM yesterday, while Prince Charles launched the Prince’s Trust International.
- [Painting makes Queen feels nostalgic for her youth in Malta](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/painting-makes-queen-feels-nostalgic-youth-malta/): The Queen was given a painting of her former home in Malta yesterday evening, making her feel nostalgic.
- [Four Royals in Malta - CHOGM day 1](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/four-royals-landed-malta-day-1/): The Queen together with The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall arrived on a state visit to Malta today, for CHOGM.
- [Prince Harry begins tour of Lesotho naming rooms after Diana & former nanny](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-in-lesotho-tour-named-rooms-diana-olga/): Beginning his tour of Southern Africa in Lesotho, Prince Harry has paid tribute to his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, and his former nanny, Olga Powell, naming rooms after them in a new centre for his charity Sentebale.
- [An unforgettable royal audience: John Adams meets George III](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/john-adams-meets-king-george-iii/): "I pray, Mr Adams, that the United States does not suffer unduly from its want of a Monarchy."
- [William hands out Tusk Trust award after meeting finalists at Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-tusk-trust-award-meeting-kensington/): Yesterday evening, Prince William handed out the Tusk Trust's conservation awards at Claridge's, London.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Maple leaf brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/queens-jewellery-maple-leaf-brooch/): The Maple leaf brooch takes the form of a maple leaf, the emblem of Canada. It features baguette diamonds to create the stem and veins of the leaves.
- [Sophie in the Midlands: jewels, university & The Queen's Award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-in-birmingham-midlands-jewels-university-the-queens-award/): It was a day in the Midlands for Sophie, Countess of Wessex, as she visited several education organisations and handed out The Queen's Award for volunteering.
- [Charles speaks out on Syria, climate change & George's love of the outdoors](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-interview-syria-climate-change-georges-loves-outdoors/): Prince Charles has spoken out about climate change and how we need to deal with it, as well as Prince George's love of nature, in an exclusive interview with Sky News.
- ['They make you feel very special' says Rachel Wiesz of Will, Kate & Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/rachel-wiesz-speaks-of-will-kate-harry/): Rachel Weisz has spoken of her encounter with William, Catherine and Harry at the Royal Premiere 'Spectre', and had nothing but good things to say about the Royals.
- [Queen opens national assembly for Church of England](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-opens-national-assembly-for-church-of-england/): The Queen has officially opened the Church of England's General Synod at Westminster Abbey.
- [Royal Diary – the latest Royal engagements: 23-28th November](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/latest-royal-engagements-23-28th-november/): The Royal Diary on The Crown Chronicles is here to keep you informed of the latest Royal engagements carried out by the Royal Family.
- [Family affair for Camilla as she opens village hall in Dorset](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-opesn-village-hall-in-stourpaine-with-family/): It was something of a family affair for Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall yesterday, joined by her sister and brother-in-law, great-niece and granddaughter to open the new village hall on Draper Memorial Field in Stourpaine.
- [Harry's tour details to southern Africa announced](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harrys-tour-details-to-southern-africa-announced/): Prince Harry will undertake a tour of Lesotho and South Africa at the end of November.
- [William & Kate in Wales climb wall while supporting mental health causes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-in-wales-climb-wall-while-supporting-mental-health-causes/): It was a day in Wales for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge today, as they visited three cities to promote mental health causes.
- [Queen & Philip in Birmingham - teeth & trains](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-in-birmingham-teeth-trains/): The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh spent the day in Birmingham yesterday, performing engagements across the city.
- [William helps in the lab at Royal Marsden before dinner for cancer charity](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-royal-marsden-hospital-labs/): William visited the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in Sutton today, and found himself helping out in the labs.
- ['I was lucky' - Kate gives speech at headteachers conference for children's mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/i-was-lucky-kate-gives-speech-at-headteachers-conference-for-childrens-mental-health/): Today, The Duchess of Cambridge attended Place2Be's Headteacher's Conference continuing her work with children's mental health, and addressed the conference speaking of her 'lucky' childhood.
- [William attends England-France friendly to support the French after attacks](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-england-france-friendly-support-after-attacks/): The Duke of Cambridge attended a friendly match between England and France this evening at Wembley Stadium.
- [Catherine attends fostering awards & receives gifts for George & Charlotte](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherin-duchess-of-cambridge-fostering-awards-receives-gifts-for-george-charlotte/): This evening, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attended the Fostering Network's Excellence Awards, to recognise and celebrate outstanding achievement in fostering.
- [Sophie, Countess of Wessex visits Toronto](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-countess-wessex-visits-toronto/): Following her few days in New York, The Countess of Wessex has visited Toronto.
- [Corbyn did not kneel for Queen at Privy Counsellors meeting](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/jeremy-corbyn-privy-council-did-not-kneel/): Jeremy Corbyn did not kneel before The Queen when he was sworn in as a member of Her Majesty's Privy Council, it is understood.
- [Charles & Camilla end tour of Australia with Church, conservation & children's books](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-end-tour-of-australia-with-church-conservation-childrens-books/): On the final day of the couple's tour in Australia, Charles and Camilla were in Perth.
- [Catherine to make more speeches & step up support for children's causes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-duchess-cambridge-to-make-more-speeches-support-childrens-causes/): Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is to start making more speeches, and step-up the momentum in her work for children's causes, The Sunday Mirror reports.
- [Royal Diary – the latest Royal engagements: 16-22nd November](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-16-22-november-2015/): The Royal Diary on The Crown Chronicles is here to keep you informed of the latest Royal engagements carried out by the Royal Family.
- [Charles & Camilla celebrate Prince's birthday with BBQ in Perth](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-celebrate-princes-birthday-with-bbq-in-perth/): The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall visitiedg the cities of Albany and Perth on day ten of the Royal tour Down Under, on Prince Charles' 67th birthday.
- [Prince Harry attends the Royal Variety Performance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-attends-royal-variety-performance/): Yesterday evening, Prince Harry attended the Royal Variety Performance on behalf of The Queen, the Prince's first time at the show.
- [Queen and Charles send condolences to the French](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-charles-send-condolences-french/): The Queen and Prince Charles have expressed their condolences ton the French people following the terror attacks that took place last night in Paris.
- [The American heiresses who saved the British Aristocracy - Mary Leiter, Baroness Curzon](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/american-heiresses-saved-british-aristocracy-mary-leiter-baroness-curzon/): As the 19th century ended, the great aristocratic families of the UK began to struggle.
- [DNA confirms bodies are Tsar Nicholas II & Alexandra](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/historical-news/dna-confirms-bodies-are-tsar-nicholas-ii-alexandra/): DNA testing in Russia has proved that bones found in mineshafts in 1976 are in fact the bodies of the murdered Emperor Nicholas II and his Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna.
- [The relationship of Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots in letters - part one](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/rivalry-letters-elizabeth-mary-queen-scots/): Mary, Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I’s letters to each other were their only sources of communication.
- [Charles & Camilla in Sydney: mounted police, military police & natural disaster talk](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camilla-in-sydney-mounted-police-military-police-natural-disaster-talk/): Almost 2/3 of the way through their trip Down Under, Prince Charles and Camilla spent the day in Sydney.
- [Anne reveals her passion for lighthouses as she pens foreword for new book](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-lighthouses-foreword-new-book/): Princess Anne has written the foreword for a new book about lighthouses, revealing her passion for them and their conservation.
- [Princess Michael of Kent asks Julian Fellowes to adapt her books for TV](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-michael-of-kent-asks-julian-fellowes-to-adapt-her-books-for-tv/): Princess Michael of Kent has asked critically acclaimed creator of Downton Abbey to write her historical books into TV dramas.
- [Harry: 'We must help 'hard to reach' injured veterans with sport'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-we-must-help-hard-to-reach-injured-veterans-with-sport/): At a reception at St James's Palace last night, Prince Harry rallied for plight of injured veterans.
- [Sophie's visit to New York for Women in Hedge Funds](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophies-visit-new-york-women-hedge-funds/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex yesterday started her New York visit to launch her roles as Global Ambassador of 100 Women in Hedge Funds (WHF) Next Generation Initiatives.
- [Charles & Camilla in Canberra: Remembrance Day, truffles & trees](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-remembrance-day-australia-truffles-trees/): Today, Prince Charles and Camilla marked Remembrance Day in Canberra, on the Austrlian part of their tour Down Under.
- [Charles pens article about British farming for his birthday in Country Life](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-country-life-article-birthday-farming/): To mark his 67th birthday, Prince Charles has written an article in support of British farmers for Country Life magazine.
- [Charles & Camilla leave NZ: meeting friends of the past & port](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-leave-nz-meeting-friends-of-the-past-port/): In the early hours of this morning, The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall left New Zealand for Australia, to continue their tour Down Under.
- [Zara on her sports hero and being a mother: 'I am more determined'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/zara-on-her-sports-hero-and-being-a-mother-i-am-more-determined/): In an interview with The Telegraph, Zara Phillips has spoken of her equestrian dreams and how being a mother has made her even more determined to achieve those goals.
- [Queen in sunny yellow as Royals attend Easter service at Windsor](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-sunny-yellow-royals-attend-easter-service-windsor/): The Queen and members of the Royal Family today attended the traditional Easter service at St George's Chapel, Windsor, and she looked lovely in sunny lemon.
- [Victoria & Daniel thank public for kind messages about Prince Oscar](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/victoria-daniel-thank-public-good-wishes-regarding-prince-oscar/): Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel have sent their thanks to the public for their good wishes for the birth of Prince Oscar.
- ['I love everything about our Queen & what she represents' says David Beckham](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/i-love-everything-queen-represents-says-david-beckham/): Footballing ace David Beckham has some words of praise for The Queen; that he 'loves everything about her'.
- [Queen hands out Maundy Money at Windsor service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-hands-maundy-money-windsor-service/): The Queen handed out Maundy Money at the traditional service on Maundy Thursday today.
- [New Zealand votes to keep Union Jack on their flag](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-zealand-votes-keep-union-jack-flag-referendum/): New Zealand has voted to keep their current flag, featuring the Union Jack of the United Kingdom.
- [Harry painted red during colour festival in Nepal & extends trip to rebuild a school](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-painted-red-colour-festival-nepal/): During his fourth day in Nepal, Prince Harry joined in a Hindu festival of colour, turning his ginger beard bright red.
- [Happy birthday Eugenie! 10 facts for her birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/10-facts-look-princess-eugenies-26-years/): Happy birthday Princess Eugenie! The York Princess is 26 today, so we have gathered a list of ten facts about the Princess to celebrate.
- [Kate: George's name for Queen & what she bought her for Christmas](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/george-calls-queen-gan-gan-bought-hm-chutney-christmas-reveals-kate/): We learn some interesting things from Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, in her interview for The Queen's 90th birthday documentary.
- [Harry crowned village leader in Nepal](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-crowned-village-leader-nepal/): Continuing his tour of Nepal, Prince Harry was yesterday honoured as a village leader in a remote village.
- [William & Harry to mark 20th anniversary of  Diana's death with memorial garden](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-mark-20th-anniversary-dianas-death-memorial-garden/): A garden to mark the 20th anniversary of Diana, Princess of Wales' death is currently being planned by Prince William and Harry with Historic Royal Palaces.
- [Prince Harry arrives in Nepal & sees quake devastation](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-arrives-nepal/): Prince Harry landed in Nepal yesterday, to begin his tour of the country.
- [Prince Charles & Camilla tour Croatia and Serbia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-croatia-serbia/): The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall are currently halfway through a tour of Eastern Europe, having already visited Croatia and Serbia.
- [Harry wants to continue Diana's work & give her grandchildren](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-wants-continue-dianas-work-give-grandchildren/): Prince Harry has spoken of his wish to continue his mother's work and that he wants to give Diana more grandchildren.
- [Wild day out for Queen as she opens lion enclosure at London Zoo](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/wild-day-queen-opens-new-lion-exhibition-london-zoo/): London Zoo had Royal visitors yesterday, as The Queen opened the Land of the Lions exhibition, accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh.
- [Harry announces location for 2017 Invictus Games](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/venue-harrys-2017-invictus-games-announced/): The location for Prince Harry's next Invictus Games, to be held in 2017, has been announced: Toronto.
- [Free movement for UK, Australia, Canada & NZ?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/free-movement-uk-australia-canada-nz/): A poll in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada, shows that the people support free movement between the countries, in a similar style to the EU.
- [William declares the world has 5 years to save the Rhino & that he is not work-shy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-declares-just-years-save-rhino-not-work-shy/): In an interview with ITV, Prince William has declared that the world has between 5 and 10 years to save the rhino, whilst also hitting back at claims he is work-shy.
- [Kew Palace highlight George III's learned wife & daughters with exhibiton](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-georgians/kew-palace-highlight-education-george-iiis-wife-daughters-exhibiton/): A new exhibition at Kew Palace is to explore the royal education of Queen Charlotte and her daughters, who took a progressive approach to learning for the 18th century.
- [Queen leads Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-leads-commonwealth-day-service-westminster-abbey/): The Queen today led a service at Westminster Abbey for Commonwealth Day, and was joined by Prince Philip, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry and Prince Andrew, Duke of York.
- ['Queen is the best leader I've worked for': documentary to show palace behind-the-scenes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-best-leader-ive-worked-forces-tv-documentary-show-palace-behind-scenes/): A documentary on Forces TV goes behind the scenes at Buckingham Palace, showing its inner workings, and features staff interviews, one of which called The Queen 'the best leader' one employee had ever had.
- [Edward & Sophie visit Bahamas, Florida & Caymans for DofE Award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/edward-sophie-visit-bahamas-florida-caymans-dofe-award/): The Earl and Countess of Wessex got some sun last week, as they visited the Bahamas, Florida and the Cayman Islands for a 6-day trip relating to The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award.
- [New REME barracks named after Prince Philip](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/new-reme-barracks-named-prince-philip/): New barracks for the Army's Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) units have been named after Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh this week.
- [Prince Harry attends sport relief & GB training sessions](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-attends-sport-relief-gb-training-sessions/): In an unannounced engagement, Prince Harry attended a sport relief training session to support injured veterans at Battersea Park this week, and caught up with swimmers training for the next Invictus Games.
- [Will & Kate hear touching suicide story at St Thomas'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/will-kate-hear-touching-suicide-story-st-thomas/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge today heard the moving story of a man who was attempting to commit suicide and then was saved by a passer-by.
- [Palace files complaint against The Sun for its 'Queen backs Brexit' story](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/palace-files-complaint-sun-queen-backs-brexit-story/): Buckingham Palace has filed a complaint with the chairman of the Independent Press Standards Organisation today, regarding The Sun's front page story claiming The Queen is anti-Europe.
- [Queen joins Charles at Prince's Trust birthday engagement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-joins-charles-princes-trust-birthday-engagement/): It was a joint engagement for The Queen and Prince Charles today, as Her Majesty visited a Prince's Trust centre in London.
- [Photos: George & Charlotte enjoy snow on family skiing holiday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/george-charlotte-enjoy-snow-family-skiing-holiday/): New photos of the Cambridges have been released, showing Prince George and Princess Charlotte enjoying their first experience in the snow on a family skiing trip.
- [Royal Diary: latest engagements for 7-13th March](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-7-13th-march/): The Earl and Countess of Wessex move to another part of the Caribbean for The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, and The Queen and Prince Charles undertake a rare joint-engagement.
- [King Michael of Romania being treated for cancer in Switzerland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-michael-of-romania-being-treated-for-cancer-in-switzerland/): King Michael of Romania is currently being treated at a Swiss clinic as he battles cancer, the Royal House has announced.
- [Victoria & Daniel announce name of their newborn son](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/victoria-daniel-announces-name-of-their-newborn-son/): The name of Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel's newborn son was announced earlier today: Prince Oscar.
- [Swedish Royal baby - a Prince for Victoria and Daniel](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/swedish-royal-baby-a-prince-for-victoria-and-daniel-2/): Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden gave birth to a baby boy last night, the Swedish Court has announced.
- [Queen sends Nicholas II's chain from Edward VII to Moscow](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-sends-tsar-nicholas-iis-royal-victorian-chain-back-to-moscow-kremlin-museum/): The Queen has allowed a Royal Victorian Chain, which once belonged to Tsar Nicholas II, to be kept in Russia and be displayed in Moscow's Kremlin Museums.
- [Aristocrats & Royals top list of most invited guests](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/aristocrats-royals-top-list-of-most-invited-guests/): In Tatler's list of the 100 most invited dinner party guests, the top ten is dominated by Royals and aristocrats, including Prince Harry, with plenty more further down the list.
- [Commemorative china released for Queen's 90th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/commemorative-china-released-for-queens-90th-birthday/): A set of commemorative china has been released in honour of The Queen's 90th birthday.
- [Princess Charlotte is 'very sweet & easy' says father William](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/charlotte-is-very-sweet-easy-says-prince-william/): The Duke of Cambridge spoke of his daughter, Princess Charlotte, and her 'sweet' temperament at the Wales vs France Six Nations match on Friday.
- [Royal diary: latest Royal engagements 29-6th March](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-29-6th-march/): See what the Royal Family will be up to this week with the latest upcoming engagements, which includes a visit to the Bahamas and Florida for Prince Edward and Sophie.
- [Cooking for The Queen 'the most stressful experience of my life' says Ritz chef](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/cooking-for-the-queen-the-most-stressful-experience-of-my-life-says-ritz-chef/): Serving dinner to The Queen for her 80th birthday was the 'most stressful experience of my life', says head chef at the Ritz, John Williams.
- [Details of Will & Kate's India & Bhutan trip announced](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/details-of-will-kates-india-bhutan-trip-announced/): Details of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's visit to India and Bhutan have been released; the trip will see William and Catherine abroad between 10th and 16th of April.
- [Harry's trip to Nepal: earthquake victims, Ghurkas & trekking](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harrys-trip-to-nepal-earthquake-victims-ghurkas-trekking/): Details of Prince Harry's upcoming visit to Nepal have been announced by Kensington Palace, including dates and some of his arranged engagements.
- [Tennis with Judy Murray & mental health engagements for Kate in Edinburgh](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/tennis-with-judy-murray-mental-health-engagements-for-kate-in-edinburgh/): A day in Edinburgh for Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, saw her visit mental health programmes in school and play tennis - with Andy Murray's mum, Judy.
- [Elizabeth line: new tube service named after Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/revealed-elizabeth-line-in-london-named-after-queen/): The new Crossrail tube service, which will run through central London, has been named after The Queen, it was revealed yesterday.
- [Princess Anne comes face to face with her younger self on busy day with Citizens Advice Bureau](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-comes-face-face-younger-self-busy-day-citizens-advice-bureau/): Princess Anne was faced with a version of her younger self on a trip to a Save the Children charity shop in Tring yesterday, on another of her busy days travelling across the country.
- [Queen acknowledges God's 'steadfast love' & 'faithfulness' during her reign](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-acknowledges-gods-steadfastness-faithfulness-during-her-reign/): The Queen has referred to her relationship with God in the foreword of a new book, written to celebrate her 90th birthday this year.
- [Royal Diary: latest Royal engagements 22-28th February](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-22-28th-february/): A jam packed week of work awaits the Royal Family - see their latest upcoming engagements and where they will be this week.
- [Damien Hirst portrait of Queen turns up in government archives](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/damien-hurst-portrait-of-queen-turns-up-in-government-archives/): An previously unknown portrait of The Queen has been unearthed in government archives, painted by acclaimed British artist, Damien Hirst, in secret and donated to the nation by the artist himself.
- [Tea-tasting, baking & pints: Charles & Camilla visit flood-stricken Yorkshire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/tea-tasting-baking-pints-charles-camilla-visit-flood-stricken-yorkshire/): It was a day for the senses yesterday, as Prince Charles and Camilla visited the damaged communities of Yorkshire affected by flooding over Christmas.
- [William & Kate see closure of his former RAF base in Anglesey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-see-closure-of-his-former-raf-base-in-anglesey/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge bade farewell to RAF Valley in Anglesey today, as guests at the official disbandment ceremony for the base to end the 75 years of service.
- [Editor Kate: Duchess & Michelle Obama blog on children's mental health for Huffington Post](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-michelle-obama-blog-on-childrens-mental-health-for-huffington-post/): Today, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge took the reins of Huffington Post UK as guest editor, focussing on children's mental health and tackling the taboo in society.
- [William praises Queen's 'unbroken service' to Commonwealth at Foreign Office](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-praises-queens-unbroken-service-to-commonwealth-at-foreign-office/): At an engagement to celebrate the Foreign and Commonwealth Office's one-year old Diplomatic Academy, The Duke of Cambridge paid tribute to The Queen's untiring work in foreign relations, which she has sustained for 64 years.
- [Royal Diary: latest Royal engagements 15-21st February](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-15-21st-february/): Plenty of engagements across the country this week, as we will see Princess Anne travel plenty, William and Catherine return to Wales and Prince Charles and Camilla in Yorkshire.
- [Freddie & Sophie Windsor 'thrilled' by new baby & speak of Prince George](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/freddie-sophie-windsor-speak-about-new-baby-prince-george/): Lord Freddie Windsor and his wife, Sophie, have spoken to Hello!
- [How to get tickets to Queen's 90th birthday horse show at Windsor](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/how-to-get-tickets-to-queens-90th-birthday-horse-show-at-windsor-castle-horse-show/): If you want to be part of The Queen's 90th birthday celebrations this year, look no further to secure yourself a ticket on the Long Walk at Windsor Castle for the final spectacular night of celebrations in May.
- [Church of England competition designs logo for Queen's 90th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/church-of-england-competition-designs-logo-for-queens-90th-birthday-lucas-salinger/): Following a school competition launched by the Church of England, a logo has been released to celebrate The Queen's 90th birthday this year, designed by a 10-year-old.
- [Dr Camilla: honorary doctorate for Duchess' osteoporosis efforts](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/dr-camilla-honorary-doctorate-duchess-osteoporosis-efforts/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has been awarded her first honorary doctorate for her work supporting osteoporosis patients; she now is a Doctor of Science at the University of Southampton.
- [Video Plea from Kate for children's mental health awareness](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/video-plea-from-kate-for-childrens-mental-health-awareness/): For children's mental health week this week, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge has released a video message to get schools to prioritise the emotional wellbeing of pupils, as they do academic progress.
- [Conflict of interest sees Peter Phillips step down from Patron's Lunch trustee role](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/peter-philips-steps-down-from-patrons-lunch-role-over-conflict-of-interest/): Organiser of the Patron's Lunch, Peter Phillips, has stepped down from his position as a trustee for the event, over a conflict of interest as The Queen's grandson, it has been revealed.
- [Air Cadets celebrate 75th birthday with Kate as new commandant - and George is obsessed with Spitfires](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/air-cadets-celebrate-75th-birthday-kate-new-commandant-george-obsessed-spitfires/): It was Catherine's first day with a new patronage on Monday, as she attended the 75th anniversary of the RAF Air Cadets in London.
- [What caused Henry VIII's personality change: head injury or leg pain?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/what-caused-henry-viiis-personality-change-head-injury-or-leg-pain/): A new study into what caused Henry VIII's abrupt change in behaviour from the mid 1530s has said it was a brain injury which altered the Tudor Monarch's personality.
- [Behind bars for Camilla at Brixton prison & parking ticket at Poppy Factory](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/behind-bars-camilla-brixton-prison-parking-ticket-poppy-factory/): It was a day behind bars for Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, on Thursday, as she went behind bars and visited Brixton Prison as part of her campaign to increase literacy.
- [Teddies for George & Charlotte as Queen visits Norfolk hospice](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/teddies-george-charlotte-queen-visits-norfolk-hospice/): The Queen officially opened a local hospice facility - Tapping House at The Norfolk Hospice - yesterday, and during her visit she received teddies for her great-grandchildren, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
- [Harry had close shave with Taliban rocket in Afghanistan, says new book](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-had-close-shave-with-taliban-rocket-in-afghanistan-says-new-book/): A new book claims that Prince Harry narrowly escaped death or serious injury from a Taliban rocket during his tour in Afghanistan.
- [Prayers published for the Queen's 90th birthday celebrations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prayers-published-queens-90th-birthday-celebrations/): The Queen has approved prayers to celebrate her 90th birthday, it has been announced.
- [Camilla goes to the opticians - for children's literature festival](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-duchess-cornwall-peterborough-goes-to-the-opticians-for-childrens-literature-festival/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall today went to the opticians - for National Literacy Trust projects in Peterborough.
- ['I didn't need to be rescued by a Prince' says Marie of Denmark](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-marie-of-denmark-didnt-need-to-be-rescued-prince-joachim/): Princess Marie of Denmark wasn't convinced she should accept Prince Joachim's proposal, as she was concerned about what a Royal life would bring to her, and her independence.
- [A day in the life of The Queen - her daily routine](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/a-day-in-the-life-of-the-queen-her-daily-routine/): Queen Elizabeth II, who recently became the longest-reigning British Monarch in history, is busy from morning until midnight it would seem...
- [A Queen's castle is her home - Windsor Castle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/queens-castle-is-her-home-windsor/): Known for its status as the oldest inhabited castle in the world, Windsor rightly takes its place at the heart of the British Monarchy, and has been a home to many-a Monarch for almost 1000 years.
- [Double birthday celebrations for Queen: Will & Kate record tributes, Ant & Dec to host live show for the Queen's 90th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/will-kate-record-tributes-to-queen-for-90th-birthday-show/): William and Kate, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, have recorded tributes to The Queen for an ITV show to celebrate her 90th birthday, and TV duo Ant and Dec will host a live celebration from The Royal Windsor Horse Show.
- [Police warnings increasingly given over privacy at Sandringham Estate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/police-warnings-given-over-privacy-at-sandringham-estate/): Police have explained they have been issuing increasing numbers of privacy warnings on The Queen's Sandringham Estate. Royal news.
- [Royal Diary: latest Royal engagements 1st-7th February](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-1-7-february-2016/): The Royal Diary begins to pick up again now, and plenty of the Royal Family are back to work. So who is where, and what will they be doing?
- [Charles the painter: successful artist has sold over £2million of his work](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-is-a-successful-artist-selling-over-2million-of-his-work/): Keen artist Prince Charles is now one of Britain’s most successful living creatives, having sold millions of pounds worth of prints of his paintings.
- [Queen to pass patronages to Catherine & Harry?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-to-pass-patronage-to-catherine-harry-wimbledon-rfu-rugby/): It is thought The Queen is to hand over two of her well-known patronages to The Duchess of Cambridge and grandson, Prince Harry, later this year - a further sign the 89-year-old Monarch is decreasing her workload.
- [Remembering Marie Antoinette: the martyred Queen of the French Revolution](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/remembering-marie-antoinette-martyred-execution-french-revolution/): Marie Antoinette of France and Navarre was guillotined by the radical French Republic on 16th October 1793.
- [Invictus Games hopefuls try out for UK team in front of Prince Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/hopefuls-try-out-for-uk-team-in-front-of-prince-harry-trials-invictus-games-bath-university/): Prince Harry cheered on hopefuls for this year's Orlando Invictus Games yesterday, as they took part in try-outs at Bath University, marking the 100 day countdown until the 2016 games.
- ['Queen Mother would have loved it': Charles and Camilla reopen historic music hall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/queen-mother-loved-charles-camilla-reopen-historic-music-hall/): Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall went to see the final phase of work at the Wilton's Music Hall yesterday, to officially reopen the historic building after its multi-million pound refurbishment.
- [Prince Philip's favourite beer revamped & ready for royal drinker](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/philips-favourite-beer-revamped-ready-for-a-royal-drinker/): A favourite tipple of The Duke of Edinburgh's has been revamped after decades off the shelf - and Prince Philip is delighted.
- ['This is too important to ignore': Camilla tackles taboo of domestic abuse & hears harrowing stories](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-tackles-taboo-of-domestic-abuse-hears-harrowing-stories/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall yesterday met with survivors of domestic abuse to help try to tackle the taboo subject in society.
- [Australian leaders vote to remove Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/australian-leaders-vote-to-remove-queen-replace-with-a-president/): State leaders in Australia have shown their support for the country to become a republic, by signing a petition to remove Queen Elizabeth II as their Head of State and replace her with a president.
- [The most popular Royal - Prince Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/popular-royal-prince-harry/): Prince Harry is arguably the most popular member of the Royal Family. Marcella takes a look at why, and gives her take on the red-head Prince...
- [William & Harry mourn death of friend completing Antarctic expedition](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-mourn/): Prince William and brother Prince Harry are mourning the loss of friend and explorer, Henry Worsley, who has passed away following his attempt at crossing the Antarctic alone.
- [The Queen attends WI meeting - and gets first birthday cake of the year](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-attend-wi-meeting-gets-first-birthday-cake-year/): The Queen visited her local WI meeting last week, of which she is patron, as she continued her holiday at Sandringham.
- [Sophie remembers late friend on her 51st Birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-remembers-late-friend-51st-birthday/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex, celebrated her birthday yesterday at Lord Montagu of Beaulieu's memorial service at Westminster Abbey.
- [Virtual tour of Buckingham Palace launched by Google](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/virtual-tour-of-buckingham-palace-launched-by-google/): Google has launched a virtual tour of Buckingham Palace - and it's available on your smartphone.
- [Royal Rewind: George V dies - and doctors helped speed up his death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/george-v-death-1936-doctors-helped-speed-up-his-death-injections-morphine-cocaine/): On this day in 1936, George V passed away at Sandringham House, at around midnight, as a victim of lung disease.
- [Philip refused to kneel before Queen at coronation & was unhappy leaving the Navy?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/philip-refused-to-kneel-before-the-queen-at-coronation-was-unhappy-leaving-the-navy-claims-the-crown-drama/): Netflix's upcoming royal drama 'The Crown' is claiming that Prince Philip was unhappy having to leave the Navy when Princess Elizabeth became Queen, and did not want to kneel before her at the Coronation in 1953.
- [Catherine to be guest editor at Huffington Post next month](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-duchess-of-cambridge-is-to-be-guest-editor-at-huffington-post-next-month/): Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is to be a guest editor at Huffington Post UK next month, the Palace has announced.
- [Grandchildren 'caused mayhem' says Peter Phillips & releases details of Patron's Lunch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/grandchildren-mayhem-peter-phillips-patrons-lunch-queens-90th-birthday/): Peter Phillips has spoken of being The Queen's grandson and of the 'mayhem' and 'chaos' caused in the Royal residences by Her Majesty's grandchildren and other young relatives.
- [National Anthem 'God Save The Queen' to be replaced? MPs back using new song](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/god-save-the-queen-to-be-replaced-as-national-anthem/): 'God Save The Queen' could be replaced as England's National Anthem, as MPs today debated whether the song should be used at sporting events, backing the idea to use a different song.
- [Fairy dust, salt & sapphires...Royal gifts of 2015 revealed](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/fairy-dust-salt-sappgires-official-royal-gifts-of-2015-revealed/): The Palace has released it's annual account of the gifts received by members of the Royal Family in the past 12 months, and it's quiet a collection!
- [Corbyn's new Shadow Chancellor won't kneel for Queen at Privy Council meeting](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/corbyns-new-shadow-chancellor-wont-kneel-for-queen-at-privy-council-meeting/): Following in Jeremy Corbyn's footsteps, Labour's Shadow Chancellor, John McDonnell will not kneel for The Queen or kiss her hand when he becomes a Privy Counsellor, The Telegraph reports.
- [Queen leads service to commemorate Gallipoli withdrawal after Sunday service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-service-to-commemorate-gallipoli-sunday-william-kate-middletons-church/): The Queen led a service of commemoration for the final withdrawal at Gallipoli today, after the traditional Sunday service at church, where she was joined by The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Middleton family.
- [Royal Diary: latest Royal engagements 11-17th January](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/5893/): Following the Christmas holiday, the Royal Family are slowly getting back to work. See what they're up to this week with the latest upcoming engagements.
- [Happy birthday Kate! Her best outfits of 2015 revisited](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/happy-birthday-kate-her-best-outfits-revisited/): Happy birthday to The Duchess of Cambridge!
- [Andrew thanks rescue workers & volunteers for flood aid on visit to Yorkshire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/prince-andrew-thanks-rescue-workers-volunteers-for-flood-aid-on-visit-to-yorkshire/): The Duke of York spent the day in the county of his Dukedom, Yorkshire, to see the effects of the recent flooding.
- [Prince George starts nursery - pictures](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-starts-nursery-pictures/): Prince George was pictured at nursery for the first time today, beginning at a Norfolk school. The Palace released some photos for the public to enjoy.
- [What we learnt from 'When Ant and Dec Met the Prince'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/learnt-ant-dec-met-prince/): On Monday, ITV aired the documentary 'When Ant and Dec Met the Prince: 40 years of The Prince's Trust' to celebrate the anniversary of Prince Charles' charity.
- [Charles 'devastated' by loss of Queen Mother's Birkhall gardens in floods](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-loses-queen-mothers-birkhall-gardens-in-floods/): Prince Charles is 'devastated' to have lost his grandmother's gardens at Birkhall (her former and his current summer residence) due to the flooding of the River Muick.
- [British Astronaut Tim Peake sends Queen message from Space Station](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/british-astronaut-tim-peake-sends-queen-message-from-space-station/): Britain's first ESA astronaut, Tim Peake, has sent The Queen a thank you message from the International Space Station today. Royal news.
- [Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon wanted Edward VIII for herself claims new docu-drama](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/docu-drama-claims-queen-mother-wanted-edward-viii-for-herself/): In a new docu-drama to be aired on the BBC next week, it is claimed that Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, future Queen Mother, wanted Edward VIII for herself - and only settled for Albert, future George VI, because Wallis Simpson got in the way.
- ['Fatherhood has made me weirdly emotional' William reveals](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/fatherhood-has-made-me-weirdly-emotional-william-reveals-in-princes-trust-documentary/): Prince William, Duke of Cambridge has revealed how being a father has made him 'more emotional' in a documentary to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his father's charity, The Prince's Trust.
- [Princess Anne leads table of most engagements of 2015 ahead of Charles & Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/princess-anne-leads-table-of-most-engagements-of-2015-ahead-of-charles-queen/): In the 2015 table of Royal engagements, showing how many official duties each member carried out over the year, Princess Anne leads the Royal Family.
- [Birthday honours list - Dame Vera Lynn, Rod Stewart & Tim Peake recognised](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/birthday-honours-list-dame-vera-lynn/): The list for The Queen's birthday honours has been released, and features some well known names, as well as regular members of the public making a difference in their field.
- [Charlotte makes her first balcony appearance at The Queen’s Birthday Parade | Trooping the Colour 2016](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/charlotte-makes-first-balcony-appearance-queens-birthday-parade-trooping-colour-2016/): Today marked The Queen's official 90th birthday celebrations with the tradition Trooping the Colour ceremony at Horse Guards Parade.
- [Extended Royal Family attend Thanksgiving Service for Queen's 90th](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/extended-royal-family-attend-thanksgiving-service-queens-90th/): The extended Royal Family gathered at St Paul's Cathedral today, to attend a thanksgiving service for The Queen's 90th Birthday.
- [ANOTHER photo of Queen & Philip from Annie Leibowitz](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/another-photo-queen-philip-annie-leibowitz/): A final photo of The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh has been released by the Palace, on the day of Prince Philip's 95th birthday.
- [Queen placed in Forbes 'most powerful women' list](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-placed-forbes-powerful-women-list/): The Queen has made it into Forbes' most powerful women in the world list.
- [Queen opens Welsh National Assembly & new neurology centre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/queen-opens-welsh-national-assembly-praises-devolution/): The Queen officially opened the fifth Welsh Assembly yesterday, and was joined by Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Camilla.
- [Mike Tindall says 'no' to Royal Family tradition for daughter Mia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/mike-tindall-says-no-royal-family-tradition-daughter-mia/): Mike Tindall has publicly said he does not want his daughter, Mia, to attend a boarding school and follow to tradition of the Royal Family.
- [Prince Harry launches at-risk youth campaign with boxing session](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-launches-risk-youth-campaign-boxing-session/): Yesterday evening, Prince Harry launched a campaign to help at-risk youngsters campaign with a visit to a boxing club in London.
- [OTD in history: Emily Wilding Davison trampled by King's horse](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/otd-suffragette-emily-wilding-davidson-kings-horse-epsom-derby/): On this day in 1913, one of the most famous events of the suffragette movement took place at the Epsom Derby: Emily Wilding Davison was trampled by the King's horse.
- [Prince Philip up & about as he visits homeless veterans & attends Sound Retreat practice](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-visits-homeless-veterans-attends-beating-retreat-practice/): It was two engagements for Prince Philip yesterday, after he missed the commemorations of the Battle of Jutland on Tuesday.
- [Harry charms D-Day veterans - but is told off for not wearing a tie](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-charms-d-day-veterans-told-off-for-not-wearing-a-tie-southwick-house-portsmouth/): Prince Harry was chastised by a D-Day veteran this evening, as he attended a reception with Normandy veterans of WWII - without wearing a tie.
- [More photos from Annie Leibovitz for Queen's 90th](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/photos-annie-leibovitz-queens-90th-queen-and-prince-philip-corgis/): Photographer Annie Leibovitz took more photos of The Queen to celebrate her 90th birthday, which feature exclusively in new Vanity Fair cover of Her Majesty with her corgis.
- [Harry hands Invictus Medal to medical team who saved athlete's life](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-hands-invictus-medal-medical-team-saved-athletes-life/): Prince Harry has presented a US veteran's gold Invictus Games medal to a hospital in Cambridge who saved her life in 2014.
- [Anne & Sir Tim mark Battle of Jutland centenary without Prince Philip](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/anne-marks-battle-jutland-without-prince-philip/): Yesterday marked the 100th anniversary of one of the most ferocious naval battles in WWI history, the Battle of Jutland.
- [Doctors tell Prince Philip to miss Battle of Jutland commemorations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/drs-tell-prince-philip-miss-battle-jutland-commemoration/): Prince Philip has been advised by his doctors to miss the Battle of Jutland commemorations in Scotland tomorrow.
- [Royal diary: latest Royal engagements 30-5th June](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-30-5th-june/): This week marks the anniversary of the Battle of Jutland.
- [Tom Hiddleston, Warwick Davies & Julie Walters join Camilla at The Globe for 500Words competition](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/tom-hiddleston-warwick-davies-julie-walters-join-camilla-globe-500words-competition/): It was a star-studded affair at The Globe Theatre in London on Friday, as Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall awarded the winners of BBC Radio 2's #500words children's writing competition.
- [Madeleine, Mette-Marit & Frederik godparents to Prince Oscar at his christening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/madeleine-mette-marit-frederik-godparents-to-prince-oscar-sweden-at-his-christening/): Today, the Swedish Royal Family gathered to celebrate Prince Oscar's christening, as he was welcomed into the Swedish church.
- [Sophie shows support for forces welfare officers](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-wessex-sophie-supports-forces-welfare-officers/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex, showed her support for the welfare officers of the Armed Forces on Wednesday, as she visited Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS).
- [Cider, tweed & stunning landscapes: Charles & Camilla in N. Ireland & Ireland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/cider-tweed-stunning-landscapes-charles-camilla-in-n-ireland-ireland-donegal-belfast/): Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall have spent three days visiting Northern Ireland and Ireland - here is a summary of their time on the Emerald Isle.
- [300 years of Royal Artillery: Queen celebrates as Captain General](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/300-years-royal-artillery-queen-celebrates-captain-general/): Today, The Queen, as Captain-General of The Royal Regiment of Artillery, attended a review of the regiment to mark the 300th anniversary of the troops.
- [Will, Kate, Beatrice & Eugenie join Queen & Philip for last garden party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/will-kate-beatrice-eugenie-join-queen-philip-last-garden-party/): Three of The Queen's grandchildren - Prince William, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, along with Kate, Duchess of Cambridge - joined Her Majesty and The Duke of Edinburgh for the last garden party of the year today at Buckingham Palace.
- [£10 million appeal to save Elizabeth I Armada portrait](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-tudors/10-million-appeal-save-elizabeth-i-armada-portrait/): An appeal has been launched to save one of three surviving versions of the Armada portrait of Queen Elizabeth I.
- [Camilla - an asset to The Queen & Crown](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-an-asset-to-the-queen-the-royal-family/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall is a figure who has divided people.
- [Royal diary: latest Royal engagements 23-29th May](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-23-29th-may/): A family outing on Monday, as a number of members of the Royal Family attend the beginning of the Chelsea Flower Show, while Prince Philip has a few military-related engagements this week.
- [The Countess visits Downton Abbey's kitchen as she opens autism school](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-visits-downton-abbeys-kitchen-opens-autism-school/): Yesterday, Sophie, Countess of Wessex visited Oxford to open a new school for autistic children, before heading to Cogges Manor Farm and seeing one of the kitchen's used in the popular period drama, Downton Abbey.
- [Ben Ainslie asks Kate to join sailing team for 2017 Americas Cup](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/ben-ainslie-duchess-kate-join-sailing-team-2017-americas-cup-1851-trust-landrover-bar/): As The Duchess of Cambridge today visited the Land Rover Bar base in Portsmouth for her patronage the 1851 Trust, Sir Ben Ainslie asked her to join his team next year for the Americas Cup.
- [Man arrested after breaking into Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/man-arrested-breaking-buckingham-palace/): A man has been arrested after scaling the walls of The Queen's London residence, Buckingham Palace, and entering the garden.
- [Queen opens parliament in style - but avoids stairs & takes lift](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-opens-parliament-avoids-stairs-takes-lift/): Her Majesty The Queen officially opened a new session of Parliament this morning, but chose to take the lift instead of the stairs, another small sign her age is starting to affect her work.
- [Queen sheds tear at NMA memorial dedication](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-sheds-tear-cries-queen-cries-at-national-memorial-arboretum-dedication-duke-of-lancaster-regiment/): The Queen showed an unusual display of emotion today, as she dedicated a new memorial for The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
- [Boxing & DJ-ing as Will, Kate & Harry launch Heads Together campaign](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/heads-together-campaign-launched-will-kate-harry/): William, Kate and Harry had a go at boxing and DJing yesterday, as the trio officially launched their Heads Together campaign, to raise awareness for mental health causes.
- [Royals gather & participate in Windsor Horse Show for Queen's birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-gather-participate-windsor-horse-show-queens-birthday/): The extended Royal Family gathered for a celebration for The Queen's 90th birthday yesterday evening, at the culmination of the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
- [Unseen photos of Queen as a child celebrate her 90th](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/unseen-photos-queen-child-celebrate-90th/): A set of new photos of The Queen as a child have been released by Buckingham Palace to celebrate her 90th birthday, coinciding with the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
- [New photos of Alexander & messages of thanks from Carl Philip & Sofia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-photos-of-prince-alexander-of-sweden-messages-thanks-carl-philip-sofia/): For Prince Carl Philip's birthday today, the Prince Couple of Sweden have released a message of thanks and five new photos of Prince Alexander to the public.
- [Scholarship named after William as he opens libraries & new school at Oxford University](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-opens-a-new-library-at-oxford-university-scholarship-weston-library-longwall-library-blavatnik-school-government/): Prince William visited Oxford yesterday, to see the results of three major investment projects in the city, including a new library at Magdalen College, and had a scholarship named in his honour.
- [Sophie takes on 445 mile palace-to-palace bike ride for DofE Award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-takes-445-mile-palace-palace-bike-ride-dofe-award/): To mark the 60th anniversary of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, is to undertake 445 mile bike ride.
- [An evening of elegance: BMSF annual ball](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/uncategorized/evening-elegance-bmsf-annual-ball/): The Crown Chronicles has forged a strong partnership with the British Monarchist Society this last year, sharing a passion for the Monarchy and support for the constitutional system in which it plays a role.
- [Rain doesn't ruin first garden party of the year after MPs honour Queen at reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/rain-doesnt-ruin-first-garden-party-year-queen-discusses-grandchildren-canadian-wildfires/): The first garden party of the year was held on a rainy afternoon, and The Queen was discussing her grandchildren and the current wildfires ravaging Canada, following a reception attended by MPs to mark her 90th birthday.
- [The Invictus Games continue for Prince Harry - more interviews, marriage offers & medals](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harrys-invictus-games-2016-have-started/): This year's Invictus Games have been a roaring success, with Prince Harry, founder of the competition, giving many interviews, receiving more marriage proposals and handing out medals at the games.
- [Royal diary: latest Royal engagements 9-15th May](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-9-15th-may/): As the weather warms up, the Royal Family begin to host the famous garden parties at Buckingham Palace; Prince Edward will be in Italy, The Duke of Cambridge in Oxford and Princess Anne spends a number of days in Yorkshire.
- [Harry criticises 'incessant' intrusion into private life & hoping he makes Diana proud](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-criticises-incessant-intrusion-private-life-hoping-makes-diana-proud/): Prince Harry has spoken out about the 'incessant' intrusions into his private life, and how he hopes his mother approves of his charitable work.
- [Prince Harry meets with UK team in Orlando for Invictus Games 2016](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-meets-uk-team-orlando-invictus-games-2016/): Prince Harry is in the USA, two days ahead of the Invictus Games 2016. Yesterday he joined athletes as they prepared for the competition.
- [Duchess Camilla joins Tom Hiddleston at BBC Radio 2](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-camilla-joins-tom-hiddleston-bbc-radio-2/): Yesterday, Camilla, Duchess Cornwall joined actor Tom Hiddleston at the BBC Radio 2 studios as to judge the annual 500 Words competition, hosted by Chris Evans.
- [Charles & Camilla welcome British Oscar winners to St James's Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-welcome-british-oscar-winners-st-jamess-palace/): Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall last night welcomed British Oscar winners to St James's Palace for a reception to celebrate British filmmaking.
- [Toronto welcomes Harry as he launches 2017 Invictus Games](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/toronto-welcomes-harry-launches-2017-invictus-games/): Prince Harry was welcomed in Toronto on Monday, as he launched the 2017 Invictus Games at Royal York Hotel ahead of this year's being held in Orlando.
- [Kate opens Magic Garden at Hampton Court & reveals the newest member of the Cambridge household](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-duchess-of-cambridge-opens-magic-garden-hampton-court-reveals-newest-member-cambridge-household/): Hampton Court Palace received a special guest yesterday, as Kate, Duchess of Cambridge opened its new children’s play area, The Magic Garden.
- [European Royals celebrate Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden's 70th Birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/european-royals-celebrate-carl-xvi-gustaf-swedens-70th-birthday/): On Saturday, King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden celebrated his 70th birthday, and was joined by his family and members of Europe's Royal Families to mark the occasion.
- [Royal Diary: latest Royal engagements 2-8th May](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-2-8th-may/): Let's hope the Bank Holiday weather doesn't ruin the week's latest Royal engagements as Prince Edward performs a high number of engagements, The Duchess of Cambridge visits Hampton Court Palace, and Harry heads to the USA for the Invictus Games.
- [Photos from Kate to celebrate Princess Charlotte's first birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/photos-kate-celebrate-princess-charlottes-first-birthday/): Proud mum The Duchess of Cambridge has released a set of four photos to mark Princess Charlotte's first birthday, which will be celebrated tomorrow.
- [Catherine on the cover of Vogue for its 100th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-cover-vogue-100th-birthday/): Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge has done something rather surprising - and taken part in a cover and photo shoot with Vogue for its 100th birthday.
- [Queen & Prince Harry take on Obamas in Invictus video message](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-prince-harry-video-message-obamas-invictus-games/): The Queen made her second acting début, when she joined grandson Prince Harry in a video to promote the Invictus Games, taking on Barack and Michelle Obama's challenge.
- [British royal weddings through the ages - from George VI to the Cambridges](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-windsors/british-royal-weddings-ages/): From Queen Victoria's to Grace Kelly's, royal weddings have always been a cause for national celebration, as two commit to one another for the rest of their lives.
- [Sophie 'aims' for the press at hockey session with England men's team](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-countess-wessex-aims-press-hockey-session-england-mens-team/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex attempted to show off her hockey skills at an engagement with the England men's team today - and almost hit the photographers who joined her.
- [Camilla gets cosy with dogs at Queen Mother's animal hospital](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-gets-cosy-dogs-queen-mothers-animal-hospital/): Dog-lover Camilla made new friends at Queen Mother Hospital for Small Animals today, as she celebrated its 30th birthday - when a nervous pooch tried to climb under her skirt.
- [Cheeky games with children as Prince Harry appears on Game Changers](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-appears-game-changers-sky-i-will-probably-not-be-king/): Prince Harry made his debut as a TV presenter today, when he appeared on Sky Sports' 'Game Changers' show to promote the upcoming Invictus Games.
- [Sexual assault centre visit & elderly craft for Camilla](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/sexual-assault-centre-barnardos-maggies-manchester-visit-elderly-craft-grandfest-camilla-duchess/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall has been busy these past few days, as she marked two of her charities' anniversaries, and then today got involved with the GrandFest in London.
- [Prince Harry marks Anzac day at dawn service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-marks-anzac-day-dawn-service/): To kick off commemorations for Anzac Day in Britain, Prince Harry attended the dawn wreath laying service at the Wellington Arch monument, before attending a service at Westminster Abbey.
- [Royal diary: this week's Royal engagements 25-1st May](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-25-1st-may/): Following The Queen's birthday celebrations, the Royal Family are out in force, with visits to Cumbria, Manchester and the Isle of Wight.
- [Charles gives acting class to Ian McKellan, Benedict Cumberbatch at RSC #Shakespeare400](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-gives-acting-class-ian-mckellan-benedict-cumberbatch-rsc-shakespeare400/): Prince Charles taught some famous thespians a thing or two about acting yesterday, as he got up on stage at the RSC Stratford to celebrate Shakespeare's 400th birthday.
- [Will, Kate & Harry launch Heads Together campaign to end mental health stigma](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/london-marathon-2017-heads-together-campaign-william-kate-harry/): The Royal trio, William, Kate and Harry have started a campaign to help end the stigma surrounding mental health, called 'Heads Together'.
- [William, Kate & Harry host the Obamas for dinner & Prince George makes an appearance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-prince-harry-host-obamas-dinner/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry hosted President Obama and the First Lady for dinner at Kensington Palace on Friday night, and unusually gave the press access to part of their meeting.
- [The Queen has a post-birthday lunch with the Obamas](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-meets-obamas-lunch-windosr-castle-birthday/): The Queen and Prince Philip did something somewhat unusual for them when they have visitor come to Windsor Castle on Friday.... they met President and Mrs.
- [1000 candles (beacons) for Her Majesty's 90th after Windsor walkabout](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/1000-candles-beacons-queens-90th-birthday-windsor-walkabout/): 1000 beacons acted as the candles on the birthday cake, as they were lit across the country last night on The Queen's 90th birthday.
- [Sofia & Carl Philip announce their prince's name](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sofia-carl-philip-announce-their-princes-name-prince-alexander-of-sweden/): Yesterday, King Carl XVI Gustaf announced the name Prince Carl Philip and Sofia had chosen for their newborn son: Alexander.
- [New photos mark Queen's 90th with George, Charlotte, Anne & corgis](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-birthday-photos-annie-leibovitz-prince-george-princess-charlotte-corgis/): Three official photos have been released to mark The Queen's 90th birthday, featuring the corgis, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, and Princess Anne.
- [Queen's celebrates Royal Mail's 500th birthday on eve of her own](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-celebrates-royal-mails-500th-birthday-eve/): The Queen visited today the Royal Mail delivery office in Windsor yesterday, celebrating their 500th birthday, on the eve of her own 90th celebrations.
- [Sofia & Carl Philip leave hospital with their son as Royals send best wishes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sofia-carl-philip-leave-hospital-son/): Princess Sofia has left Danderyd Hospital in Stockholm with her newborn son after his birth yesterday.
- [4 generations: Queen poses with Charles, William & George for birthday stamps](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/4-generations-queen-poses-charles-william-george-birthday-photo/): A new photo of The Queen has been released for her 90th birthday - featuring the next three generations of her family: Prince Charles, Prince William, and Prince George.
- [A Prince for Carl Philip & Sofia of Sweden](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/royal-baby-son-prince-carl-philip-sofia-sweden/): Princess Sofia of Sweden gave birth to the couple's first child earlier this evening, a Prince for the couple.
- [Princes duel: William and Harry tour Star Wars set](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/princes-duel-william-harry-tour-star-wars-set/): Earlier today, Prince William and Prince Harry visited Pinewood Studios and met the team involved in the making of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' - and even had a lightsaber duel.
- [Sophie & daughter Louise open girlguiding headquarters](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-countess-wessex-louise-open-girlguiding-headquarters/): The Countess of Wessex was joined by her daughter, Lady Louise, on Friday, to open Girlguiding's new headquarters in London.
- [Koh-i-Noor was given to Britian not stolen, says Indian government](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/gave-koh-i-noor-britian-says-indian-government/): The Indian government has stated that the Koh-i-Noor diamond - now part of the Crown Jewels - was given to the British in the 19th century, and not stolen.
- [Great British Bake Off winner to bake Queen's 90th birthday cake](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/great-british-bake-off-winner-bake-queens-90th-birthday-cake/): Last year's Great British Bake Off winner, Nadiya Hussain, is to bake Her Majesty's birthday cake in honour of her 90th birthday it has been announced.
- [Will and Kate and THAT photo at the Taj Mahal #RoyalVisitIndia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/will-kate-photo-taj-mahal-royalvisitindia/): History repeated itself today as William and Kate sat on the bench in front of the Taj Mahal, just like Diana did, on the last day of their tour of India.
- [Will & Kate hike in the mountains to 17th century monastery #RoyalVisitBhutan](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/will-kate-hiking-himalaya-mountains-to-17th-century-monastery-royalvisitbhutan/): William and Kate undertook a five-hour hike in the Himlayas today, as they concluded their visit to the tiny Asian Kingdom of Bhutan.
- [#RoyalVisitBhutan: Archery for William & Kate (and a rude song too...)](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royalvisitbhutan-archery-william-kate-rude-song/): Yesterday, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge swapped #RoyalVisitIndia for #RoyalVisitBhutan, as they arrived at the airport.
- [Wessexes enjoy day out at Bristol Zoo for Edward's patronage](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/wessexes-enjoy-day-bristol-zoo-edwards-patronage/): The Earl and Countess of Wessex surprised everyone yesterday as they took a family day out to Bristol Zoo.
- [Queen's letter about falling in love with Prince Philip up for auction](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-letter-falling-love-prince-philip-auction/): A rare handwritten letter that details how Princess Elizabeth and Philip fell in love is set to go up for auction in Chippenham.
- [Conservation and safari for Will & Kate - Day 4 #RoyalVisitIndia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/conservation-safari-will-kate-day-4-royalvisitindia/): Conservation was the focus of Day 4 of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's visit to India, and it began with a safari.
- [Prince Philip unveils Airfield Conservation memorial at Windsor](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-unveils-airfield-conservation-memorial-windsor/): In Windsor Great Park, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, unveiled a memorial to mark the new Airfields Conservation area.
- [Lunch with the PM, street children, conservation & campfires - Day 3 #RoyalVisitIndia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/lunch-pm-street-children-conservation-day-3-royalvisitindia/): William and Catherine began at a centre for street children in New Delhi, run by the Salaam Baalak Trust, an organisation supporting some of the youngsters who arrive in Delhi each day, in search of a better life.
- [Birthday party fit for a Queen: Will & Kate cut the cake #RoyalVisitIndia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/birthday-party-fit-queen-will-kate-cut-cake-royalvisitindia/): The British High Commissioner for India held a birthday party for The Queen tonight, with Royal guests, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
- [#RoyalVisitIndia Will & Kate learn Braille & honour Ghandi in New Delhi](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royalvisitindia-will-kate-learn-braile-honour-ghandi-new-delhi/): On the second day of their tour in India, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met with young entrepreneurs, the future of India, before visiting Mahatma Ghandi's house.
- [Royal diary - latest Royal engagements 11-17th April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-11-16th-april/): William and Kate continue their tour of India and Bhutan, while Princess Anne keeps notching up the numbers on her engagements.
- [Glam Bollywood dinner for William & Kate #RoyalVisitIndia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/glam-bollywood-gala-dinner-william-kate-royalvisitindia/): It was a glam dinner for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the first day of their Royal Visit to India today, and Catherine wowed in sapphire blue.
- [Royal Visit India: memorial and cricket for William & Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royal-visit-india-memorial-cricket-william-kate/): Today marked the first day of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's visit to India, beginning in Mumbai.
- [Harry tucks into a curry with the Lord Mayor for injured veterans](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-big-curry-lunch-lord-mayor-abf/): Prince Harry joined guests at the Lord Mayor's Big Curry Lunch yesterday, an annual event to raise money for soldiers and veterans at the Guildhall.
- [William & Kate invite young leaders of India & Bhutan to Kensington Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/wiliam-kate-invite-young-leaders-india-bhutan-kensington-palace/): This evening, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge opened their home to young future leaders of India and Bhutan ahead of their tour next week.
- [Prince Harry helps rebuild a school in Nepal](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-helps-rebuild-school-nepal/): During his trip In Nepal, Prince Harry extended his stay six more days in order to help Team Rubicon rebuild a new school after the earthquake devastation.
- [Windsor Castle set to open tea room for a Royal cuppa](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/windsor-castle-set-open-tea-room-cafe-royal-cuppa/): Visitors to Windsor Castle will be able to enjoy a Royal cup of tea from 2018, as the castle undergoes huge refurbishment, including the installation of a cafe.
- [The Monarchy will NOT be 'on its last legs' in 2030 - here's why](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/monarchy-will-not-last-legs-2030/): Historian Dr Anna Whitelock has come out with something of an outrageous claim - that the Monarchy could be on its last legs by 2030, when The Queen is no longer on the throne.
- [A Royal Adventure - new children's book inspired by Will & Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/film-tv-books/royal-adventure-new-book-inspired-will-kate/): A new children's book based upon The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge is to be released next month, to mark Princess Charlotte's first birthday.
- [Royal diary - latest Royal engagements 4-10th April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-lastest-royal-engagements-4-10th-april/): Following the Easter break, the Royal diary is slowly filing up, with Princess Anne once again out in force across all parts of the UK.
- [Letters show Edward VIII didn't think he deserved Military Cross](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/letters-show-edward-viii-didnt-think-deserved-military-cross/): Letters have revealed that Edward VIII did not feel he had deserved the Military Cross he was awarded during the First World War.
- [Pubs to extend hours in June to celebrate Queen's 90th](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/pubs-extend-hours-june-celebrate-queens-90th/): Pubs across England and Wales will be able to extend their opening hours in June, so that the country can celebrate and toast The Queen's 90th birthday.
- [New children's book to mark The Queen's 90th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/new-childrens-book-mark-queens-90th-birthday/): The Queen is to be turned into a cartoon character for a new children's book to mark her 90th birthday.
- [Patient jokes he hopes William wasn't piloting his helicopter - to find out he was!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/patient-jokes-hopes-william-wasnt-piloting-helicopter-find/): One injured man, assisted by the East Anglian Air Ambulance Service, was surprised to find The Duke of Cambridge helping him - seconds after joking he hoped the Prince wasn't flying the helicopter.
- [The Cambridge's trip to India & Bhutan: the details](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/will-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-trip-india-bhutan-details/): The arranged engagements and visits for William and Catherine's visit to India and Bhutan in April have been announced; the itinerary includes visiting a slum, conservation at a national park and hiking in the Bhutanese mountains.
- [Harry's Nepal: Prince shares personal photos from trip](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harrys-nepal-prince-releases-personal-photos-trip/): Prince Harry has shared some of his own personal photos of his Nepalese trip with the public, via Twitter.
- [The best bits from 'Our Queen at 90'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/best-bits-royals-queen-at-90/): ITV's documentary 'Our Queen at 90' gave us an unprecedented glimpse into The Queen's working life, the opinions of her family - so what did we learn from the showing yesterday evening?
- [Divers salute The Queen from beneath the water as she inspects troops](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/divers-salute-queen-beneath-water-inspects-troops/): To celebrate the 300th anniversary of the Royal Engineers, The Queen yesterday visited Chatham a was saluted in a way in which she is not accustomed - from under water!
- [Long Service & Good Conduct medals given to Queen & Philip](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/long-service-good-conduct-medals-given-the-queen-prince-philip/): Tuesday saw a rather unusual ceremony at Buckingham Palace: The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh received their Long Service and Good Conduct medals for their roles in the Armed Forces.
- [First solo visit for Kate - meeting Dutch King & viewing Royal Collection Art](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/first-solo-visit-for-kate-meeting-king-willem-alexander-netherlands-viewing-royal-collection-art/): The Duchess of Cambridge undertook her first solo visit overseas today, travelling to the Netherlands and meeting the Dutch King, Willem-Alexander.
- [London Eye trip for William, Kate & Harry on World Mental Health Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/london-eye-trip-william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-prince-harry-world-mental-health-day-county-hall-heads-together/): On World Mental Health Day, William, Kate and Harry attended a special reception at London's County Hall, followed by a trip on the London Eye for Heads Together, the project the trio started to change the stigma surrounding mental health.
- [Inspirational children enjoy hugs from Prince Harry at the WellChild Awards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/inspirational-children-enjoy-hugs-from-prince-harry-at-the-wellchild-awards/): Last night Prince Harry attended the annual WellChild Awards at the Dorchester Hotel, where he made friends with inspirational young people, doling out hugs and handshakes that brought smiles to their faces.
- [Farewell! Will, Kate, George & Charlotte end #RoyalVisitCanada](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/farewell-will-kate-george-charlotte-end-royalvisitcanada-cridge-centre-sailing-wave/): The final day of #RoyalVisitCanada was another busy one for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, as they undertook more walkabouts, visited charities and took a sail around Victoria's harbour, before collecting the family, and waving goodbye to Canada.
- [Fishing, canoeing and mushy peas: day 7 of #RoyalVisitCanada for William & Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/fishing-canoeing-mushy-peas-day-7-royalvisitcanada-william-kate/): On the penultimate day of their Royal visit to Canada, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were privileged to visit the very remote Haida Gwaii islands, off the northern coast of British Columbia.
- [Princess Beatrice raises awareness for dyslexia through triathalon](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-beatrice-mountain-hike-mount-etna-matterhorn-triathalon-raises-awareness-for-dyslexia-completing-the-virgin-strive-challenge-2016-triathlon-virgin-active-challenge/): Princess Beatrice has been raising awareness for dyslexia by completing a triathalon-style challenge, ending on the summit of Mount Etna in Sicily.
- [George & Charlotte love bubbles & balloons on day 6 of #RoyalVisitCanada](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-princess-charlotte-childrens-party-government-house-royalvisitcanada-william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge/): On the sixth day of their Royal tour of Canada, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended a children's tea party at Government House for military families.
- [First tweet, natural beauty & mountain biking for Will & Kate on #RoyalVisitCanada](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/first-tweet-natural-beauty-mountain-biking-will-kate-royalvisitcanada/): On Day Five of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's tour in Canada, the couple explored Whitehorse and Carcross in the North-Western Area of Yukon.
- [Day 4 of #RoyalVisitCanada: William & Kate try rude food & meet natives](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/day-4-of-royalvisitcanada-william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-winery-ubc-yukon/): It was a busy fourth day of #RoyalVisitCanada for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, as they visited the University of British Columbia, Kelowna, before flying to Whitehorse in Yukon where they spent a night away from their children.
- [Day 3 of #RoyalVisitCanada: William & Kate visit rainy Great Bear Rainforest](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/day-3-of-royalvisitcanada-william-and-kate-duke-and-duchess-cambridge-visit-great-bear-rainforest-reception/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have completed the third day of their week-long tour of Canada, on a rainy day in Bella Bella and a trip into the Great Bear Rainforest.
- [Sophie completes 445 mile cycle from Holyroodhouse to Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-countess-wessex-completes-445-mile-cycle-holyroodhouse-buckingham-palace-diamond-challenge/): In support of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, finished her 445-mile palace-to-palace bike ride yesterday, cycling through the gates of Buckingham Palace triumphantly.
- [Day 2 of #RoyalVisitCanada: Will & Kate meet refugees & families battling addiction](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/day-2-of-royalvisitcanada-william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-meet-refugees-and-families-battling-addiction-in-vancouver/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge continued #RoyalVisitCanada by visiting Vancouver yesterday, spending time with Syrian refugees who have settled in the city, and families who have battled addiction.
- [William & Kate arrive in Victoria to begin #RoyalVisitCanada with George & Charlotte](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-arrive-victoria-begin-royalvisitcanada-george-charlotte/): Yesterday evening, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge landed in Victoria, British Columbia, to begin their tour of Canada.
- [William & Kate were back at school to see support for pupil's mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-back-school-see-support-pupils-mental-health-stewarts-academy-heads-together/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge went back to school on Friday, as they visited Stewards Academy in Harlow for an engagement as part of their 'Heads Together' campaign.
- [Royal Yacht Britannia to be recommissioned as a floating embassy?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-yacht-britannia-to-be-recommissioned-as-a-floating-embassy-boris-johnson-jake-berry/): It has been suggested that the Royal Yacht, Britannia, should be recommissioned and used to travel the globe to secure trade deals following the Brexit vote, reports The Sun.
- [Has ANOTHER King been found under a car park? Henry I may be under tarmac in Reading](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/medieval-history/has-another-king-been-found-under-a-car-park-henry-i-may-be-under-tarmac-in-reading-abbey-prison/): Archaeologists searching for another missing Monarch have discovered what could be King Henry I’s remains, under another car park in Reading, oddly mimicking the discovery of Richard III in 2014.
- [Official christening photos released from Prince Alexander's day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/official-christening-photos-released-from-prince-alexander-of-sweden-sofia-carl-philip/): The official set of photos has been released by the Swedish court to mark Prince Alexander's christening, which took place last week.
- [George & Charlotte are going to Canada! Cambridges tour itinerary released](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-princess-charlotte-going-canada-tour-with-william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-itinerary-released/): Prince George and Princess Charlotte will be joining their parents on tour in Canada later this month, it has been announced, along with all the stops on The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's itinerary.
- [Charlene teaches children CPR on World First Aid Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-charlene-monaco-teaches-children-cpr-on-world-first-aid-day-ifrc-geneva/): Princess Charlene of Monaco was hands-on yesterday, as she helped teach children CPR on World First Aid Day, with the help of a practice dummy.
- [King Harald of Norway shows support for LGBT community & diversity](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-harald-norway-shows-support-lgbt-community-diversity/): A speech given by King Harald of Norway has gone viral, after he declared his support for the LGBT community and diversity in his country, making him the first Monarch to publicly do so.
- [Princess Anne taken to hospital with chest infection after 'feeling unwell'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-hospital-with-severe-chest-infection-after-feeling-unwell-aberdeenshire-royal-infirmary-miss-engagements/): It has been announced that Princess Anne has been in hospital to be treated for a severe chest infection, after complaints of feeling unwell.
- [Prince Alexander christened with aunt Victoria as godparent](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-alexander-christened-aunt-victoria-godparent/): For the second time this year, the Swedish Royal Family have gathered to welcome a Prince into the Swedish Church.
- [Prince Charles 'surprised' he won 'Londoner of the Decade' award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-wins-londoner-decade-award-evening-standard/): Yesterday evening, Prince Charles was named not merely 'Londoner of the Year' - but 'Londoner of the decade' at an awards ceremony, recognising his forward thinking nature and charity work.
- [Camilla meets some furry friends at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-camilla-meets-some-furry-friends-at-battersea-dogs-cats-home-paul-o-grady/): Battersea Dogs and Cats home had a Royal guest today, when Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall paid them a visit.
- [Paralympic tickets for kids in Rio thanks to Prince Harry's donation](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/paralympic-tickets-kids-rio-thanks-prince-harrys-donation/): Prince Harry has allowed hundreds of children to attend the Paralympics in Rio by making a personal donation to an initiative.
- [Queen is all smiles at Braemar Gathering with Philip, Charles & Anne](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-smiles-braemar-gathering-highland-games-philip-charles-anne/): The Braemar Gathering took place yesterday, a staple in the Royal calendar.
- [Rain causes change of plans for Will & Kate during their Cornwall and Isles of Scilly tour](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/will-kate-cambridge-cornwall-isles-scilly-tour-eden-project-tresco-st-martins/): Not everything can be controlled on a Royal Visit and the biggest of the uncontrollable factors would be the weather, and Mother Nature saw fit to alter the Royal Itinerary for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the second day of their mini-tour of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
- [When a city burned: the Great Fire of London and its aftermath](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/350-years-ago-today-1666-great-fire-of-london-blazes-what-happened/): One of the most famous events in England's history was the Great Fire of London, which began on this day in 1666.
- [William & Kate try cider and reveal they didn't know what job they wanted to do in Cornwall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-cornwall-william-kate-cider-didnt-know-what-job/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge began their two-day 'mini-tour' of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly this morning.
- [Why Prince William cannot be our next King - it must be Charles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-must-next-king-not-william/): A poll has shown that over half of Brits think that Prince William, Duke of Cambridge should be the next King, but this is simply not an option for the British Monarchy.
- [Norfolk police chief responsible for security at Sandringham quits job](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/norfolk-police-chief-responsible-security-sandringham-quits-job/): The Assistant Chief Constable responsible for security at Anmer Hall quit her job yesterday - essentially working for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge - saying that her values no longer fit with those of her employer.
- [Government says Victoria's wedding coronet not allowed to leave UK](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/government-says-queen-victorias-wedding-coronet-not-allowed-leave-uk/): The Culture Minister has temporarily banned Queen Victoria's wedding coronet from leaving its home here in the UK, in the hope a British buyer can be found.
- [The Whitechapel murders: Jack the Ripper's first victim dies OTD in 1888](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/whitechapel-murders-jack-the-ripper-mary-ann-nichols-polly-1888/): It was on this day in 1888 that Jack the Ripper's first victim, Mary Ann Nichols, was brutally murdered in Whitechapel.
- [No Governor General, New Zealand becoming a republic is not 'inevitable'!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/no-governor-general-new-zealand-becoming-republic-not-inevitable/): The Governor-General of New Zealand, Lieutenant General Sir Jeremiah Mateparae, has declared that a republic in New Zealand is 'inevitable' - but here at The Crown Chronicles, we're not so sure.
- [William reveals emotional stress of piloting as he & Kate make unannounced visit to YoungMinds Helpline](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-make-unannounced-visit-youngminds-helpline/): We're back with another engagement for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge...this one was unannounced and photos and information only came out as the couple were leaving.
- ['Brexit won't affect Anglo-German relations': William visits Düsseldorf with Angela Merkel](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/brexit-wont-affect-anglo-german-relations-prince-william-visits-dusseldorf-germany-with-angela-merkel/): Prince William was in Düsseldorf yesterday, as he marked the 70th anniversary of the state of North-Rhein Westphalia with Chancellor Angela Merkel, commenting the recent Brexit vote would not weaken the relationship between Germany and Britain.
- ['I miss my mother every day' - William & Kate tackle mental health for engagements in Luton](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/i-miss-my-mother-diana-every-day-william-kate-tackle-mental-health-hospice-engagements-in-luton/): It was a packed day for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Luton yesterday, where Prince William offered his support and advice to bereaved children, revealing he misses his mother every day.
- [The Royals at Rio - see who has been cheering on their nation's athletes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/royals-rio-see-cheering-nations-athletes/): European Royals have been hard at work again over the past two weeks at the Rio Olympics, handing out medals, meeting athletes from their nations, and representing their country's on the world’s biggest stage.
- [Symbols of Monarchy: the orb and sceptre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/symbols-of-monarchy-sovereigns-orb-and-sceptre/): Seen as two of the most authoritative Monarchical symbols, the orb and sceptre are used at the coronation of each new Sovereign, full of symbolism and power.
- [Sophie sends luck in video to GB hockey team from Balmoral](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-countess-wessex-sends-video-luck-team-gb-hockey-team-ahead-gold-medal-match-balmoral/): While there was little Royal presence in Rio this Olympics, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, has sent her best wishes to the women's hockey team ahead of their gold medal clash with the Netherlands this evening.
- [New photos for Crown Princess Mette-Marit's birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-photos-crown-princess-mette-marits-birthday/): New photos have been released by the Norwegian Court to celebrate Crown Princess Mette-Marit's 43rd birthday, which she celebrates today.
- [The American Heiresses who saved the British Aristocracy: Nancy Astor, Viscountess Astor](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/american-heiresses-saved-british-aristocracy-nancy-astor-viscountess-astor/): Continuing from Jennie Jerome, Lady Ranolph Churchill's story...
- [Nonsuch Palace - the Tudor masterpiece](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/nonsuch-palace-henry-viiis-tudor-masterpiece/): Nonsuch Palace was perhaps Henry VIII's greatest architectural achievement, and yet few people know about one of the most stunning Tudor Palaces since it no longer stands today.
- [Intruder climbs fence at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/intruder-climbs-fence-of-buckingham-palace/): A man is in police custody for trespassing at Buckingham Palace yesterday morning, after he attempted to climb a fence.
- [Queen moves into Balmoral Castle & is welcomed by Highland Fusiliers](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-moves-balmoral-castle-welcomed-highland-fusiliers/): Yesterday, The Queen moved into Balmoral Castle to begin her summer break - despite having arrived on the estate late last month.
- [Adam Peaty says his gold medal is for The Queen, Royal Family & the UK](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/adam-peaty-gold-medal-queen-uk-olympics-swimming/): Team GB's first gold medal of the Rio 2016 Olympics was won by Adam Peaty in pool, and the 21-year-old says that his medal was for Queen and country.
- [Japanese Emperor 'worried' he cannot fulfil duties, hints at abdication](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/japanese-emperor-akihito-hints-impending-abdication-worried-about-duties/): In an address to his people earlier today, ageing Japanese Emperor Akihito has hinted at his wish to abdicate because he fears 'it may become difficult' to carry out his duties.
- [Divorce for Princess Märtha Louise of Norway & Ari Behn](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-martha-louise-norway-ari-behn-divorce/): The Norwegian Court has today announced that Princess Märtha Louise and her husband, Ari Behn, are to start divorce proceedings.
- [Update from Sophie on her 445 mile cycling challenge for DofE](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/video-update-from-sophie-countess-wessex-on-her-445-mile-cycling-challenge-for-duke-of-edinburgh-award/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex has given a video update of her progress as she continues training for the 445-mile bike ride she is completing for The Duke of Edinburgh' Award Diamond Challenge.
- [Good luck message for Team GB at Rio 2016 sent by William, Kate & Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/good-luck-message-team-gb-rio-2016-sent-william-kate-harry/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry have sent a video message to the British Olympic team ahead of the 2016 competition in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, giving our athletes their best wishes and good luck.
- [Queen Anne of Romania dies aged 92](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-anne-romania-dies-aged-92/): The Romanian Court has announced the death of Her Majesty, Queen Anne today.
- [Princess Alexandra awards Korean War horse the animal Victoria Cross](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-alexandra-awards-horse-of-korean-war-the-animal-victoria-cross-sergeant-reckless-medal/): Princess Alexandra yesterday awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal - the animal equivalent of a Victoria Cross - to a horse which served in the Korean War of the 1950s, saving many lives in the line of duty.
- [Royal Rewind: the Spanish Armada defeated by Elizabeth I's Navy in 1588](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/what-happened-to-the-spanish-armada-defeated-otd-in-1588-elizabeth-i/): Perhaps one of the most famous naval victories in English history, and certainly a famous moment of Elizabeth I's reign, was the defeat of the Spanish Armada, which took place today in 1588.
- ['Are you still in one piece?' Charles asks astronaut Tim Peake](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/still-one-piece-charles-meets-astronaut-tim-peake-bristol-princes-trust/): Prince Charles met astronaut Tim Peake at the new Prince's Trust centre in Bristol on Tuesday, asking if he had returned in one piece after his crash landing a few weeks ago.
- [William & Kate heading to Canada in the Autumn](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-heading-to-canada-visit-royal-tour-in-the-autumn/): William and Kate, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, will be travelling to Canada later this year for their second Royal visit to the Commonwealth nation.
- [Conservation work in Africa for Prince Harry - saving the elephants](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/conservation-work-prince-harry-going-to-africa-save-elephants/): Kensington Palace has announced that Prince Harry will spend the next few weeks working on front-line conservation projects in southern Africa, much like he did last summer.
- [Woman attacks Prince George for being born into Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/woman-personally-attacks-prince-george-being-born-into-royal-family-comments-white-privilege-public-money-incorrect/): In a shocking slur of an attack on the Royal Family, a woman from the British Council has said Prince George lives on 'public money' and under 'white privilege'.
- [Chris O'Neill speaks of his children's personalities & voices opinion on Brexit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/chris-oneill-speaks-childrens-personalities-voices-opinion-brexit/): Princess Madeleine of Sweden's husband, Chris O'Neill has spoken of his disappointment and concern at the recent vote for Britain to leave the European Union, also known as 'Brexit', and also revealed a little of his children's personalities.
- ['I regret not talking about Diana's death' reveals Prince Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/i-regret-not-talking-about-dianas-death-reveals-prince-harry-heads-together-bbq/): Hosting a BBQ to help get people to open up about their struggles, Prince Harry revealed that he struggled in the years following his mother's death, and he regrets not speaking about it.
- [Ben Ainslie's team sail to top of the leader board in front of Will & Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/ben-ainslies-team-sail-top-leader-board-front-will-kate/): Sir Ben Ainslie's team sailed to victory today, taking pole position on the leader board for the Americas Cup in Portsmouth, as The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge looked on.
- [Jousting - the next Olympic Sport?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/medieval-history/jousting-at-the-next-olympic-sport-english-heritage-petition-henry-viii-accident/): English Heritage wants one of the world's oldest equestrian events to be recognised as an Olympic Sport - they hope to see jousting feature in the next Olympic Games.
- [All The Queen's dresses: Buckingham Palace summer opening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-dresses-buckingham-palace-summer-opening/): It is a fashion bonanza at the summer opening of Buckingham Palace this year, which begins tomorrow.
- [Prince George's 3rd birthday photos featuring Lupo](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-georges-3rd-birthday-photos-featuring-lupo/): A new set of photos has been released by Kensington Palace to mark Prince George of Cambridge's third birthday today.
- [Full view of Henry VIII's Mary Rose warship now a reality](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-tudors/full-view-henry-viiis-mary-rose-warship-now-reality/): Henry VIII's doomed warship, the Mary Rose sank in 1545, with hundreds of lives lost.
- [Experience London's lost Palace with HRP: Whitehall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/stately-homes-and-houses/experience-londons-lost-palace-whitehall/): A new interactive experience opens at Banqueting House tomorrow, 21st July, letting visitors immerse themselves history of Whitehall Palace, once the largest Royal residence in Europe.
- [Harry and Elton John at HIV/AIDS conference in South Africa](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-elton-john-hivaids-conference-south-africa/): Prince Harry continues his brilliant work to raise awareness of HIV/AIDs, by joining Sir Elton John to host a youth-focused special session at the 21st International Aids Conference in Durban, South Africa from 18 to 22 July.
- [William & Kate attend SAS 75th anniversary service with Prince George](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-attend-sas-75th-anniversary-service-prince-george/): It seems as though William, Kate and Prince George surprised guests at the Special Air Service camp at Credenhill yesterday for the SAS's 75th anniversary.
- [Delance watchmakers inspired by Duchess of Cambridge](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/delance-watch-makers-inspired-kate-duchess-cambridge/): Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and her family have been the inspiration for the latest watch from Delance.
- [Philip celebrates 60th Anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh Award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/philip-duke-edinburgh-celebrate-60th-anniversary-duke-edinburgh-award/): During his recent trip to Scotland with The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh found time to join in the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the award that bears his name.
- [Prince Harry takes HIV test live on Facebook](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-takes-hiv-test-live-facebook/): Prince Harry took a bold step in his fight to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS today, as he underwent an HIV test which was broadcast live on the Royal Family's Facebook page.
- [Japanese Emperor announces plans to abdicate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/japanese-emperor-announces-plans-abdicate/): 82-year-old Emperor Akihito of Japan has announced that he plans to abdicate in the coming years.
- [Queen appoints Theresa May as her 13th Prime Minister](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-appoints-theresa-may-13th-prime-minister/): Shortly after David Cameron tendered his resignation to Queen Elizabeth II, Theresa May held an audience with The Queen and was appointed the new Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
- [Queen accepts David Cameron's resignation after emotional speech at No.10](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/david-cameron-resigns-emotional-speech-front-no-10-downing-street/): The Queen received Prime Minister David Cameron's resignation today, after he he faced the cameras outside of 10 Downing Street, giving an emotional speech.
- [Queen opens William's Air Ambulance base in Cambridge](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-starts-off-busy-day-opening-east-anglian-air-ambulance-base-cambridge/): The Queen has quite the busy schedule today as she is due to accept the resignation of Prime Minister David Cameron later, before appointing Theresa May as the 13th Prime Minister of her reign.
- [William & Kate take Prince George to the Royal International Air Tattoo](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-take-prince-george-royal-international-air-tattoo/): Few events can rival the intensity, drama and spectacle on offer at the world's greatest airshow.
- [Catherine & Sophie attend Wimbledon semifinals...appearing on Serena Williams' Snapchat!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-sophie-attend-womens-semifinals-make-appearance-serena-williams-snapchat/): When Wimbledon is on the calendar we all know it is only a matter of time before we see Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in the Royal Box.
- [The Battle of the Somme centenary - the bloodiest battle of WWI](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/bloodiest-battle-the-battle-of-the-somme-1916-centenary/): It was on this day in 1916 that one of the bloodiest battles in history began: the Battle of the Somme.
- [Queen begins overnight vigil as Will, Kate & Harry mark the Somme at Thiepval](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-overnight-vigil-westminster-abbey-will-kate-harry-mark-somme-thiepval-memorial-france/): This evening, The Queen led the beginning of commemorations to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme, begun on 1st July 1916, at Westminster Abbey.
- ['I'm still alive' Queen quips as she and Philip visit Northern Ireland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/im-still-alive-queen-quips-philip-visit-northern-ireland-giants-causeway/): The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh have completed a two-day visit to Northern Ireland - continuing her 90th birthday celebrations - where Her Majesty quipped she 'was still alive' when asked if she was well.
- [Coldplay headline Harry's Sentebale concert at Kensington Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/coldplay-headline-prince-harry-sentebale-concert-kensington-palace/): Coldplay took to the stage at Kensington Palace last night, for Prince Harry's concert to support his charity, Sentebale.
- [Tell me about... the Duchy of Cornwall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/tell-duchy-cornwall/): The Duchy of Cornwall is oft spoken about by the media in relation to Prince William's less public work, but what is it and why is it so important?
- [Charles gives away bride as international Royals gather for society wedding](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/charles-gives-away-bride-international-royals-gather-society-wedding-alexandra-knatchbull-queen-philip-anne-charles-sofia-spain/): Prince Charles gave away his friend's daughter at her wedding today.
- ['Queen is an inspiration' Harry & David Beckham agree at Young Leaders reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-inspirational-prince-harry-david-beckham-agree-queens-young-leaders-reception/): At a Queen's Youth leaders yesterday evening, Prince Harry and David Beckham had some kind words for The Queen, calling her inspirational.
- [A second Royal tweet: Queen thanks public for birthday wishes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/second-royal-tweet-queen-thanks-public-birthday-wishes/): The Queen has sent her second ever tweet this afternoon, thanking the public for their birthday wishes in her 90th year.
- [Royal diary: latest Royal engagements 20-26th June](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-20-26th-june-2016/): A busy week, with almost every Royal out 'pressing the flesh'.
- [The Irish royal residence: Hillsborough Castle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/northern-irish-royal-residence-inside-hillsborough-castle-garden-party/): Last week, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended a garden party at Hillsborough Castle, The Queen's official residence in Northern Ireland.
- [Beatrice presents Queen with trophy as horse wins at Royal Ascot](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/princess-beatrice-trophy-queen-wins-darthmouth-at-royal-ascot/): The Queen was delighted at the final day of Royal Ascot yesterday, as her horse, Darthmouth, won the Hardwicke Stakes, and it was Princess Beatrice who presented her grandmother with the trophy.
- [Vivid portrait celebrates Queen's 90th](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-state-opening-of-parliament-portrait-stephen-b-whatley/): Expressionist artist Stephen B. Whatley has captured The Queen at the State Opening of Parliament to mark Her Majesty's 90th birthday.
- [Royals gather for more racing at Ascot but Queen's horse is put down](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-eugenie-beatrice-anne-sophie-royals-gather-for-more-racing-at-ascot-but-queens-horse-is-put-down/): Known as Ladies Day, day three of Royal Ascot saw Royals gather once more for another day of racing.
- [Royal Ascot debut for William & Catherine... plus Frederik and Mary!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-ascot-debut-appearance-for-the-duke-and-duchness-of-cambridge-william-kate-frederik-mary-denmark/): It was the first time at Royal Ascot for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge today, as they joined The Queen and other Royals for the second day of racing.
- [Royal Ascot has a soggy kick off ... but The Queen brightens it up](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-ascots-soggy-kick-off-queen-brightens/): Yesterday was the beginning of Royal Ascot 2016 after The Queen's 90th Birthday Celebrations.
- ['No one should be bullied for their sexuality': Prince William in Attitude mag](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/no-one-bullied-sexuality-prince-william-attitude-magazine-gay-lgbt-community/): Prince William has become the first Royal to appear in the popular LGBT+ Attitude magazine, making the statement that 'no one should be bullied for their sexuality'.
- [Northern Irish garden party for William & Catherine](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/northern-irish-garden-party-william-catherine/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were in Northern Ireland today, as they attended a garden party at Hillsborough Castle.
- [William and Kate sign condolence book at US Embassy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-sign-condolence-book-us-embassy/): Earlier this morning, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge signed the condolence book at the American Embassy, following the mass shooting at a gay club in Orlando, which killed 49 and left more injured.
- ['She is a natural': Anne praises Zara & receives award for her commitment to equestrianism](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/anne-receives-longines-ladies-award-commitment-equestrianism/): This evening, following a rainy Garter Day, Princess Anne received the Longines Ladies Award for her commitment to her favourite sport of horse riding and equestrianism.
- [Garter Day procession called off by rain...Royals use cars](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/garter-day-procession-called-off-by-rain/): The annual service for the Order of the Garter at Windsor Castle took place today, but rain called off the traditional procession down to St George's Chapel, as well as the carriage rides back.
- [Patron's Lunch recovers after rain - by the arrival of Royals](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/patrons-lunch-recovered-rain-arrival-royals/): The abysmal weather in London today did not stop the Patron's Lunch from going ahead on the Mall, as 10,000 people sat down to lunch in rain ponchos.
- [Royal diary: latest Royal engagements 13-19th June](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/royal-diary-13-19th-june/): June is the busiest month in the Royal calendar, so let's take a look at what the Royal Family has in store - from Windsor all the way to Toronto.
- [Duke of Cambridge launches Prince William Award in Abergavenny](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-cambridge-launches-prince-william-award-skillforce-abergavenny-st-davids-day/): Prince William was in Abergavenny, Wales, earlier today, where he launched a new award scheme for his patronage, SkillForce.
- [Camilla welcomes home Rifles battalion after Iraq deployment](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-camilla-4th-battalion-the-rifles-return-from-iraq/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, officially welcomed home 4th Battalion The Rifles in Aldershot on Monday, as their Royal Colonel.
- [Pancakes for Prince George at nursery says Kate during emotional children's hospital visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/pancakes-prince-george-nursery-says-kate-visits-childrens-hospital/): During a visit Evelina Children's Hospital in London, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge revealed that Prince George was cooking up a storm at nursery on pancake day.
- [Prince Harry visits The Big White Wall ex-services mental health charity](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-visits-big-white-wall-ex-services-mental-health-charity/): Prince Harry visited the Big White Wall in London yesterday, an online mental health service which looks after ex-servicemen and their families.
- [Indian treasures on display as Queen, William & Kate attend UK-Indian reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/indian-treasures-display-queen-william-kate-attend-uk-indian-reception/): Yesterday evening, The Queen and Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were treated to a display of Indian treasures from the Royal Collection as Her Majesty hosted a British-Indian reception at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the UK-Indian Year of Culture.
- [Lady Amelia and Princess Maria-Olympia take to catwalk in Milan Fashion Week](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/lady-amelia-princess-maria-olympia-take-catwalk-milan-fashion-week/): There were Royals aplenty at Milan Fashion Week, as Lady Amelia Windsor and Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece modelled on the catwalk for Dolce & Gabbana.
- [Prince William on shortlist for LGBT 'Straight Ally' award after Attitude mag cover](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-shortlist-lgbt-straight-ally-award-attitude-mag-cover/): Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, has been added to the short list for an LGBT 'Straight ally' award, following his appearance on Attitude magazine last year.
- [Man given fine over online threats to Queen's life](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/man-given-fine-over-online-threats-tweets-queens-life/): A man who tweeted threats to The Queen's life and other comments about the Monarch's demise has been fined £500.
- [Party helped Queen get over her 'grisly' Christmas illness](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/party-helped-queen-get-grisly-christmas-illness/): The Queen spoke of how an upcoming party helped her get through the extended illness she faced over Christmas, which prevented her from attending the Christmas Day service at Sandringham.
- [Prince Harry visits Newcastle with Heads Together](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-visits-newcastle-heads-together/): On Tuesday, Prince Harry joined Team Heads Together runners in Newcastle for a marathon training session.
- [Kate in Wales: first visit as Action for Children patron](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-duchess-of-cambridge-wales-first-visit-action-children-patron/): Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visited Action for Children projects in Wales yesterday, her first as patron of the charity since she took over a number of organisations from The Queen in December.
- [Diana's dresses: exhibition of Princess' sartorial selections at Kensington Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/diana-dresses-princess-of-wales-famous-dresses-outfits-exhibit-at-kensington-palace/): This weekend, the new exhibition 'Diana: Her Fashion Story' will open at Kensington Palace, displaying some of The Princess of Wales' most famous outfits worn over the course of her Royal career.
- [Queen Theresa? PM sits on steps of Queen's throne in House of Lords for Brexit debate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-theresa-pm-sits-steps-queens-throne-house-lords-brexit-debate/): Theresa May looked as if she were heading the House of Lords Brexit debate on Monday, as she watched from the most important place in the House - next to The Queen's throne.
- [History's strangest deaths - The Duke of Clarence drowned in a barrel of wine](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/historys-strangest-deaths-george-duke-of-clarence-drowned-in-a-barrel-of-wine/): History is full of amusing stories, including many an unusual death.
- [William, Kate & Harry to hold party at the Palace for children whose parents died in the Forces](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-harry-hold-party-palace-children-whose-parents-died-forces/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry are to host a party at Buckingham Palace for the children of members of the Armed Forces who have died in the line of duty.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Cambridge emerald brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/queens-jewellery-cambridge-emerald-brooch/): The Cambridge emerald brooch is a striking piece that stands out amongst the many brooches in the royal vaults.
- [Infanta Cristina of Spain acquitted of tax fraud - but her husband is jailed](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/infanta-cristina-spain-acquitted-tax-fraud-trial-husband-jailed/): Infanta Cristina of Spain - sister of King Felipe - has today been acquitted of complicity of tax fraud in the Noos case trial.
- [79-year-old Queen Paola of Belgium in hospital after fall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/79-year-old-queen-paola-belgium-hospital-fall/): Former Queen of Belgium, Paola, has been taken into hospital today after she had a fall at her home in Brussels.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Prince Albert's sapphire brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-prince-alberts-sapphire-brooch-queen/): Prince Albert's sapphire brooch features a large oblong sapphire surrounded by 12 diamonds. It is set in gold.
- [New cyber security centre opened by The Queen for GCHQ](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/gchq-national-cyber-security-centre-opened-by-the-queen-prince-philip/): Yesterday, GCHQ's new National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) was opened by The Queen, accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh, in central London.
- [The Duchess of Cambridge visits RAF Air Cadets](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-visits-raf-air-cadets/): Today, Kate, The Duchess of Cambridge, visited RAF Wittering, near Peterborough, in her role as patron and Honorary Air Commandant of the RAF air cadets.
- [The Dancing Duchess: Camilla dances but is in tears listening to domestic abuse stories](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/dancing-royal-voluntary-society-duchess-camilla-dances-tears-listening-domestic-abuse-stories-womens-aid/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall was on good form today as she showed off her fancy footwork on a visit to the Royal Voluntary Society, before she went on to hear about the progress of domestic abuse victims, visibly moved by some stories.
- [Evening at the BAFTAs for Will & Kate - plus Paris trip announced](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/evening-at-the-baftas-for-william-kate-duke-duchess-cmabridge-paris-trip-march-announced/): Last night, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spent the evening at the BAFTA Awards, to recognise the achievements of the people in the film and TV industry.
- [You can follow Princess Eugenie on social media](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-eugenie-now-social-media-pinterest-account/): Some of the more modern Royals are now on social media - and Princess Eugenie of York has joined them, like her father and sister, by setting up a Pinterest account.
- [Queen Victoria and Prince Albert: a royal love story](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/queen-victoria-and-prince-albert-a-royal-love-story/): Perhaps the most famous love story of history, that of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, is filled with joy and sadness.
- [Royal Rewind: Accession Declaration of Elizabeth II](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-windsors/royal-rewind-accession-declaration-elizabeth-ii/): On this day in 1952, The Queen was took her Accession Oath as Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and of Her other Realms and Territories Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith.
- [Royals' close friend Tara Palmer-Tompkinson has died](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/tara-palmer-tompkinson-royal-family-friend-died/): Tara Palmer-Tompkinson, a close friend of the Royal Family's, has died aged 45.
- [William & Kate go back to school to celebrate 'kindness' with health writers conference](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-go-back-to-school-to-celebrate-kindness-place2be-health-writers-conference/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended a school lesson on 'kindness' earlier today, with Catherine talking about her and William making it a core principle in the parenting of their children, George and Charlotte.
- [Portrait to mark The Queen's Sapphire Jubilee](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/portrait-mark-queens-sapphire-jubilee/): A photo of The Queen has been re-issued to mark Her Majesty's Sapphire Jubilee today, which is the 65th anniversary of her accession to the throne.
- [The Queen's Sapphire Jubilee - how does she measure up?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-sapphire-jubilee-measure/): Today is Accession Day - 6th February does not only mark the beginning of another year on the throne for the longest reigning Monarch; 2017 means it is also The Queen's Sapphire Jubilee, a milestone no other Sovereign in British history has reached.
- [Competitive siblings: Will, Kate & Harry race at London Marathon training session](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/wiliaml-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-prince-harry-relay-race-at-london-marathon-training-session-heads-together/): There was sibling rivalry abound today at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, as Prince Harry took on William and Catherine, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in a race at a London Marathon training session for Heads Together.
- [Rap and acting as Prince Harry visits Royal Foundation projects in Nottingham](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-visits-nottingham-coach-core-full-effect-dancing-rap/): Prince Harry was back to Nottingham yesterday - his sixth visit in the last four years - to be updated on some projects of the Royal Foundation, getting to hear some rap and see some acting from youngsters.
- [William & Harry plan statue of Diana to mark 20th anniversary of her death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-plan-statue-diana-mark-20th-anniversary-death/): A statue of Diana, Princess of Wales, is to be placed at Kensington Palace later this year to mark the 20th anniversary of her death, in a plan from her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
- [Tell me about the British honours system - what's an MBE anyway?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/the-british-honours-system-whats-an-obe-mbe-cbe-knighthood-investiture/): Twice a year a list of the recipients for various honours are released by Buckingham Palace, often including celebrities, but also normal people who have done extraordinary things.
- [The Cambridges to move back to London after William leaves piloting](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-to-move-back-to-london-after-william-leaves-piloting-job-eaaa/): The Cambridges are to make London their base once more, after Prince William leaves his role as an air ambulance pilot in the summer, Kensington Palace has announced.
- [Queen listens to talk from Lucy Worsley at WI meeting](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-listens-talk-lucy-worsley-wi-womens-institute-meeting/): The Queen attended her annual WI meeting at Sandringham yesterday - with the guest speaker being none other than historian Lucy Worsley.
- [Apply for tickets to Trooping the Colour 2017 for Queen's birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/apply-how-to-get-tickets-trooping-colour-2017-queens-91st-birthday/): The ballot to apply for Trooping the Colour tickets is open, meaning you are in with a chance of celebrating The Queen's official birthday at Horse Guards Parade in June!
- [Speeches from William, Kate & Harry announce Heads Together plans](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-prince-harry-duke-duchess-cambridge-announce-heads-together-plans-london-marathon/): At a briefing earlier today, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry outlined their plans for mental health umbrella organisation, Heads Together.
- [The American Heiresses who saved the British Aristocracy: Conseulo Vanderbilt, Duchess of Marlborough](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/conseulo-vanderbilt-duchess-of-marlborough-dollar-princess-american-heiress/): Consuelo Vanderbilt, Duchess of Marlborough, was one of the American 'Dollar Princess' of the 19th century, whose family money was brought into the UK through her dowry.
- [Prince Charles co-authors book on climate change](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-co-authors-book-climate-change/): Prince Charles is a passionate campaigner for wildlife and environmental issues, and has taken to writing about the topic to raise awareness of climate change.
- [Queen's nephew joins her at church days after Lord Snowdon's death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-nephew-david-linley-joins-her-at-church-days-after-lord-snowdons-death/): David, Viscount Linley, joined his aunt The Queen at church today; the appearance comes just days after the death of his father, Lord Snowdon.
- [Princess Margaret's husband, Lord Snowdon, has died](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-margarets-husband-antony-armstrong-jones-lord-snowdon-died/): Antony Armstrong-Jones, the photographer who was married to Princess Margaret, died today, aged 86.
- [Double engagement for the Duchess: Kate visits Anna Freud & child bereavement centres](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-kate-visits-anna-freud-child-bereavement-centres/): Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge was back to work yesterday, as she undertook two engagements, visiting the Anna Freud Centre, followed by a trip to the child bereavement centre with her husband, Prince William.
- [Claire Foy thanks The Queen after winning Golden Globe](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/claire-foy-thanks-queen-winning-golden-globe-the-crown-netflix/): Star of Netflix's drama The Crown, Claire Foy thanked a number of 'extraordinary women' - including The Queen - as she accepted a Golden Globe award on Sunday night.
- [Swedish Palace is haunted by friendly ghosts, claims Queen Silvia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/swedish-palace-drottningholm-is-haunted-by-friendly-ghosts-claims-queen-silvia/): Queen Silvia of Sweden claims that her home of Drottningholm Palace is haunted, but that the ghosts that linger on are 'pretty friendly'.
- [Queen well enough to attend church today - Will & Kate too](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-well-enough-attend-church-today-william-kate-duchess-cambridge/): The Queen was well enough to attend church at Sandringham earlier this morning, proving she is now over her heavy cold which has plagued her Christmas holiday.
- [What to expect when The Queen dies - the funeral](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/what-to-expect-what-happens-when-the-queen-dies-the-funeral/): Further to our article about how The Queen's death will be announced when that sad day comes to pass, here is what will happen at Her Majesty's State Funeral.
- [What to expect when The Queen dies - the announcement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/what-happens-to-expect-when-the-queen-dies/): Updated September 2022: The Queen died on 8th September 2022, and Prince Charles became King Charles III, in the job he has trained for since he was born.
- [George Frederic Handel - British music for royal occasions](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/george-frederic-handel-british-music-royal-occasions/): Music is hugely important at numerous royal events, and George Frederic Handel is one of the most famous composers to have ever worked in Great Britain, creating music for Kings and Queens.
- [New Year's Honours list recognises Olympians: Murray, Farah, Ennis](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-years-honours-list-2016-recognises-olympians-murray-farah-ennis-beckham-kenny/): The New Year Honours list has been released today, recognising a host of Olympians who did Team GB proud in Rio 2016, including Andy Murray, Mo Farah and Jessica Ennis-Hill, as well as fashion designer Victoria Beckham and actor Mark Rylance.
- [Hardest working Royal of 2016? Prince Charles - numbers of engagements compared](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/hardest-working-royal-of-2016-prince-charles-numbers-of-engagements-compared-queen-philip-william-kate-harry-court-circular/): The figures of 2016's Court Circular have been released, showing that Prince Charles carried out the highest number of engagements this year, followed closely in second place by his sister, Princess Anne.
- [Top rated show on Christmas Day? The Queen's speech](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queens-christmas-speech-2016-top-rated-show-christmas-day-8-million-viewers/): The Queen’s Christmas Day message has once more been ranked the most-watched programme on 25th December.
- [George & Charlotte's first Christmas at church](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-george-charlottes-first-christmas-at-church-middletons/): Prince George and Princess Charlotte attended their first Christmas church service today, as The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spend Christmas with the Middletons.
- [Queen skips Christmas church service - still poorly](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-skips-christmas-church-service-still-poorly/): The Queen is not attending her usual Christmas morning church services today, as she still suffers with a heavy cold, Buckingham Palace has told the press.
- [Zara and Mike Tindall suffer miscarriage with second child](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/zara-mike-tindall-suffer-miscarriage-lose-baby/): Zara and Mike Tindall have lost their baby, just a month after announcing the pregnancy to the world.
- [Queen Silvia in hospital for her birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-silvia-of-sweden-hospital-birthday-unwell/): The Swedish Court has released a statement, after Queen Silvia of Sweden spent her birthday in hospital.
- [Lord of the Manor... Highclere Castle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/stately-homes-and-houses/lord-manor-history-of-highclere-castle-downton-abbey/): Perhaps one of the most recognisable stately homes in the UK is now Highclere Castle.
- [Queen & Philip leave Buckingham Palace for Sandringham](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-prince-philip-leave-buckingham-palace-sandringham-helicopter-christmas-break/): The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh have left Buckingham Palace to head to Sandringham today, after cancelling the journey yesterday.
- [Queen's illness cancels travel to Sandringham for Christmas](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-illness-cancels-travelling-sandringham-christmas/): Following the family lunch at Buckingham Palace yesterday, The Queen has cancelled her journey to Sandringham due to illness, the Palace have announced.
- [Extra security around Buckingham Palace for Changing of the Guard](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/extra-security-around-buckingham-palace-changing-guard/): In direct response to the Berlin lorry atrocity the security measures for the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace have been enhanced - road closures will be put in place today.
- [Who's taking over which of The Queen's patronages?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/whos-taking-queens-patronages/): After announcing that Her Majesty will be relinquishing over 20 of her patronages now she is 90, a number of these charities and organisations have revealed who will be taking over The Queen's support.
- [Queen's Christmas lunch for the Royal Family at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-christmas-lunch-royal-family-buckingham-palace/): It was The Queen's annual Christmas family lunch at Buckingham Palace today, and we saw most of the extended family drive through the Palace gates for the festive gathering.
- [Palace announces Queen to give up 25 patronages to younger Royals](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/palace-announces-queen-give-25-patronages-younger-royals/): The Queen is stepping down from representing a number of her patronages, the Palace have announced, due to her advancing age.
- [Australian PM calls for republic after Queen's death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/australian-pm-malcolm-turnbull-calls-for-republic-after-queens-death/): Malcolm Turnbull, Prime Minister of Australia, is calling once more for a republic in his country, but says the movement will hold off until after the death of The Queen.
- [William presents Murray & Phelps with Sports Personality of the Year Awards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-presents-andy-murray-sports-personality-year-award/): The Duke of Cambridge presented the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards last night, and helped hand out prizes to swimmer Michael Phelps and tennis ace Andy Murray.
- [New photo of Queen & Prince Charles for Monarch's 90th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/new-photo-queen-prince-charles-monarchs-90th-birthday-windsor-horse-show/): A touching new photo of The Queen and Prince Charles has been released this evening, to further mark Her Majesty's 90th birthday.
- [Kate celebrates 100th birthday of the Cub Scouts at pack party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-duchess-cambridge-celebrates-100th-birthday-of-the-cub-scouts-at-pack-party-norfolk/): Cubs in Kings Lynn celebrated the organisation's 100th birthday with The Duchess of Cambridge last night, as she got involved with crafts and team building with youngsters.
- [Charles lays foundation stone for new gallery of historical artefacts at Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-lays-foundation-stone-new-gallery-historical-artefacts-westminster-abbey/): Yesterday, Prince Charles laid the foundation stone for a new museum space to be located in Westminster Abbey's triforium (arched gallery above the nave), full of historical artefacts found within the abbey itself.
- [Camilla decorates Christmas tree at Clarence House with ill children](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-duchess-cornwall-decorates-christmas-tree-clarence-house-ill-children-helen-douglas-house/): An annual event in The Duchess of Cornwall's calendar is decorating the Clarence House Christmas tree, and today, children from her patronages, including the sick children, helped with the task.
- [Kate, Joanna Lumley & Wessexes in DofE documentary with Duke & Phillip Schofield](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/duchess-kate-cambridge-joanna-lumley-dofe-award-documentary-duke-phillip-schofield/): Airing tonight, 'When Phillip met Prince Philip: 60 Years of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award' takes a look at how The Duke of Edinburgh came to create his award for young people, whilst getting to know him a little better.
- [Prince Andrew: I don't want titles for sons-in-law & not at war with Charles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-andrew-releases-statement-denying-rumours-son-law-titles-rift-prince-charles/): In a surprise move, Prince Andrew has written and released a statement regarding recent rumours about his wishes for his sons-in-law to have titles, also denying that his relationship with Prince Charles is currently strained because of it.
- [Tiaras and white tie at Queen's Diplomatic reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/tiaras-and-white-tie-at-queens-diplomatic-reception-wueen-camilla-kate-duchess-cambridge-buckingham-palace/): The Queen hosted a reception for the diplomatic corps yesterday evening, and was joined by Prince Charles and Camilla, and William and Kate at the white tie event.
- [Reception honours Princess Alexandra's work and service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/reception-honours-princess-alexandras-work-service-queen-sophie-wessex-buckingham-palace/): On Tuesday evening, The Queen hosted a reception to celebrate the 50 years of work and service that her cousin, Princess Alexandra, has given her charities and patronages.
- [Zara Tindall announces pregnancy - second child for her & Mike](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/zara-tindall-announces-pregnancy-second-child-mike/): It has been announced that Zara and Mike Tindall are expecting their second child.
- [Royals gather for Duke of Westminster memorial service in Chester](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-william-kate-gloucesters-kents-eugenie-royals-gather-for-duke-of-westminster-memorial-service-in-chester/): Friends and family of The Duke of Westminster gathered in Chester yesterday for a memorial service following the Duke's death in August.
- [Highlights of Harry's Caribbean tour so far](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/highlights-of-prince-harrys-caribbean-tour-so-far-antigua-barbuda-cricket-queens-canopy-sea-turtles-st-kitts-nevis-st-lucia/): Prince Harry is currently on a 14-day tour of the Caribbean, to celebrate The Queen's 90th birthday.
- [Queen's cousin and friend Margaret Rhodes dies at 91](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-cousin-friend-margaret-rhodes-dies-91/): The Queen is this weekend mourning her cousin and close friend Margaret Rhodes, who passed away on Friday night following a short illness.
- [Duke of Edinburgh Award celebrated with service at Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/philip-duke-edinburgh-award-celebrated-service-westminster-abbey-queen-edward-sophie/): Prince Philip's Duke of Edinburgh Award was celebrated at Westminster Abbey today, with a Service of Thanksgiving to mark its 60 years in existence.
- [Kate hangs out with Dippy the dinosaur at NHM children's tea party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-duchess-cambridge-hangs-out-with-dippy-at-childrens-tea-party-natural-history-museum/): In a surprise engagement at the Natural History Museum today, Kate, Duchess of Cambridge attended a children's tea party to celebrate Dippy the diplodocus' time at the museum, before he travels around the country.
- [How is The Queen paid? The 2015/16 cost of Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/how-is-the-queen-paid-201516-cost-monarchy-royal-finances/): Following the announcement that The Queen will be receiving an extra 10% funding for the next decade to fund £369 million of repairs to Buckingham Palace, we thought it time to remind you how the institution of Monarchy is funded, and the cost of it.
- [Queen will stay at Buckingham Palace during £369 million repairs](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-will-stay-at-buckingham-palace-for-369-million-renovations/): Speculation had been rife as to whether The Queen would stay at Buckingham Palace as it undergoes necessary repairs, but it has been announced today that the Sovereign will remain in her central London home as the work is carried out.
- [Tell me about ... Princess Beatrice's charities](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/tell-princess-beatrices-charities/): While she is not a working member of the Royal Family, Princess Beatrice of York still undertakes work with charities and charitable organisations.
- [Remembrance Sunday service for Royal Family at the Cenotaph](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/national-remembrance-sunday-service-for-queen-philip-charles-william-harry-kate-camilla-sophie-at-the-cenotaph/): Leading the Nation in remembrance today was the Royal Family, as they gathered at the Cenotaph in central London to mark Remembrance Sunday, and honour the fallen men and women of all conflicts since WWI.
- [Queen leads Royals in tribute at Festival of Remembrance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-royals-will-kate-charles-camilla-tribute-royal-albert-hall-festival-remembrance/): This evening was a Royal bonanza, as members of the extended Royal Family attended the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall on the eve of Remembrance Sunday.
- [Prince Harry & Kylie announce Invictus 2018 location](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-kylie-announce-invictus-2018-location-video/): Earlier today, Prince Harry announced the next hosts of the 2018 Invictus Games, following the success of London 2014 and Orlando 2016 - the games are heading to Sydney!
- [Harry & Philip open Westminster Abbey's Field of Remembrance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-harry-prince-philip-westminster-abbey-field-of-remembrance/): Just as they did last year, Prince Philip and Prince Harry officially opened the Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey this morning.
- [In defence of Charles I - a misunderstood King? Part I](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/defence-charles-i-misunderstood-king-childhood-george-villiers-duke-buckingham/): Everyone has heard of the King who lost his head, Charles I.
- [Netflix's 'The Crown' - thoughts on the first two episodes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/netflixs-the-crown-review-thoughts-first-two-episodes/): Thought to be one of the greatest Royal dramas to grace our screens, Netflix's 'The Crown' has proved to be popular, gripping and enjoyable.
- [Statement from Harry asks press to stop harassing girlfriend Meghan Markle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/statement-from-prince-harry-asks-press-to-stop-harassing-girlfriend-meghan-markle-confirms-relationship/): In an unprecedented move, Prince Harry has released a statement asking the press to stop harassing actress Meghan Markle - also confirming the two are dating.
- [Veterans call for William to step in over FIFA poppy row](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/veterans-call-for-prince-william-to-step-in-over-fifa-poppy-row-president-fa/): Veterans are calling for Prince William to step in and defend footballers' right to wear a poppy during the England vs Scotland match later this week, after FIFA banned the practice.
- [Load lightened for The Queen at wreath laying for Remebrance Sunday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/load-lightened-queen-wreath-laying-remebrance-sunday/): On Remembrance Sunday, when the nation gathers to remember the fallen servicemen and women since World War One, The Queen's duty of laying a wreath is to be made easier - by lessening the weight of the wreath itself.
- [Addiction focus for Kate at 'A street cat named Bob' film premiere](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/addiction-focus-for-kate-duchess-cambridge-at-street-cat-named-bob-film-premiere/): The red carpet welcomed The Duchess of Cambridge last night, for the film premiere of 'A street cat named Bob', where money was raised for one of her charities.
- [Colombian president welcomed by Queen & Philip on State Visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/colombian-president-welcomed-by-queen-philip-on-state-visit-horseguards-parade-state-banquet/): The Queen and Prince Philip yesterday welcomed the Colombian President to London, at the beginning of his State Visit.
- [Haunted Hampton Court - ghost tours at the palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/haunted-hampton-court-ghost-tours-palace/): With Halloween upon us, what better way to spend an evening than seeking out ghouls at one of Britain's best-loved palaces?
- [Photos & video shows Prince Harry moving elephants in Africa](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-africa-photos-video-moving-500-elephants/): A number of photos and a video have been released showing some of Prince Harry's work in Africa this summer, moving elephants to new homes with the 500 Elephants project.
- [Family day out: Queen visits Charles' Poundbury town to honour Queen Mother](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-family-day-out-queen-philip-camilla-visit-prince-charles-poundbury-town-honour-queen-mother/): The Queen and Prince Philip joined their son and daughter-in-law in Dorset yesterday, to honour The Queen Mother in Prince Charles' creation of Poundbury town.
- [Who was Margaret Beaufort? Henry VII's powerful mother](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/who-was-margaret-beaufort-henry-viis-powerful-mother-influential-women-behind-the-crown/): A woman who was certainly influential in early modern England, was Margaret Beaufort.
- [Will, Kate & Harry join The Queen for Olympic & Paralympic reception at the Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/william-kate-harry-queen-for-olympic-paralympic-reception-at-buckingham-palace/): Yesterday evening, The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh hosted a reception to welcome home Team GB and Paralympic athletes after their successful games in Rio.
- [Marathon for mental health: Harry asks runners to choose #HeadsTogether](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/london-marathon-for-mental-health-prince-harry-videa-message-asks-runners-to-choose-heads-together-charity/): A new video released by Kensington Palace shows Prince Harry asking 2017 London Marathon runners to consider choosing the Heads Together campaign as their charity.
- [William and Kate's busy day in Manchester: fast cars, football and remembrance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-and-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-visit-manchester-national-football-museum-town-hall-graphene-institute-francis-house-hospice/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spent a busy day in Manchester, visiting the National Football Museum, a local hospice and honouring war dead.
- [Queen gives Scots Guards new colours with Colonel Duke of Kent](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-gives-scots-guards-new-colours-with-colonel-duke-of-kent-buckingham-palace/): Earlier today, The Queen gave the Scots Guards their new colours at Buckingham Palace, as their Colonel, The Duke of Kent looked on.
- [Princess Alexandra attends Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service at Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-alexandra-attends-florence-nightingale-commemoration-service-westminster-abbey/): Yesterday evening, Princess Alexandra attended a service at Westminster Abbey to remember the life of nurse Florence Nightingale.
- [King Willem-Alexander reveals his double life as an airline pilot](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-willem-alexander-netherlands-reveals-his-double-life-as-an-airline-pilot/): King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands has revealed his secret double life: as a pilot for KLM (Royal Dutch Airlines).
- [The Queen and Prince Philip host first garden party of the year with William, Kate & Beatrice](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-prince-philip-host-first-garden-party-year-william-kate-beatrice/): The Queen and Prince Philip hosted their first garden party of the year today at Buckingham Palace, and were joined by The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Anne, Prince Edward, Princess Beatrice, The Duke of Kent, and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent.
- [Royals enjoy Royal Windsor Horse Show & Louise debuts carriage driving skills](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-enjoy-final-day-royal-windsor-horse-show-louise-debuts-carriage-driving-skills/): Four generations of the Royal Family turned out for the final day of the Royal Windsor Horse Show yesterday, while many had been seen at each day of the event.
- [Face-paint, water balloons & parachuting: William, Kate & Harry host forces children's garden party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/face-paint-water-balloons-parachuting-william-kate-harry-host-forces-childrens-garden-party/): This afternoon The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry hosted a garden party at Buckingham Palace for children whose parents have died in the line of duty.
- [Prince William wins 'celebrity straight ally' award for LGBT+ work](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-wins-celebrity-straight-ally-award-lgbt-work/): Earlier this evening, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge won an award for his support of the LGBT+ community at the British LGBT Awards.
- [Charles and Camilla's visit to Northern Ireland & Ireland in full #royalvisitNI #royalvisitireland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-and-camillas-visit-to-ireland-northern-ireland-dublin-ilkenny-hillsborough-seamus-heaney/): On Tuesday, Prince Charles and Camilla began an official visit to Ireland and Northern Ireland, including stops at Kilkenny Castle, Glasnevin Cemetery and Hillsborough Castle.
- [Second solo visit for Duchess of Cambridge: Luxembourg celebrations with Princess Stephanie](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/second-solo-visit-duchess-cambridge-luxembourg-celebrations-princess-stephanie-1867-treaty-london/): The Duchess of Cambridge undertook her second solo visit abroad today, visiting Luxembourg to celebrate the signing of the 1876 Treaty of London.
- [European Royals gather to celebrate King Harald and Queen Sonja's 80th birthdays](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/european-royals-gather-celebrate-king-harald-queen-sonja-norways-80th-birthdays/): Over the past two days, King Harald and Queen Sonja have celebrated their 80th birthdays, with the help of Royals from across Europe, including King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden, King Phillipe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, The Countess of Wessex, and King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands.
- [The Queen and Prince Philip celebrate 100 years of Pangbourne College](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-prince-philip-celebrate-100-years-pangbourne-college/): The Queen was joined by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, earlier today, as she helped Pangbourne College celebrate its centenary.
- [Princess Anne opens police training centre named after VC officer in Somerset](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-opens-police-training-centre-named-vc-officer-somerset/): Princess Anne officially opened the new Constabulary Specialist Regional Operations Centre at Clevedon in Somerset on Friday, getting to see riot police demonstrations and meet with the animal team members too.
- [Camilla judges children's 500 words writing competition & reveals her school nickname](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-camilla-judges-childrens-writing-competition-reveals-school-nickname/): On Friday, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, visited the BBC Radio 2 studios to help DJ Chris Evans judge the 500 words children's writing competition, where she revealed her childhood nickname, given to her when singing.
- [William & Harry play charity polo day after Meghan supports her beau](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-prince-harry-play-charity-polo-day-meghan-markle-supports-beau/): Earlier this afternoon, Prince William and Prince Harry played polo for charity in the Audi Polo Challenge, the day after Meghan Markle cheered on her boyfriend in another game.
- [Philip isn't 'putting his feet up' or 'disappearing into the background' says Prince Edward](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/philip-isnt-putting-feet-disappearing-background-says-prince-edward/): Prince Edward has spoken out about his father's recent announcement that he is stepping down from full-time Royal duties, insisting The Duke of Edinburgh will not be 'disappearing into the background' nor Speaking to Sky News, The Earl of Wessex said: "I don't believe that he's going to be putting his feet up completely, disappearing into the background and never being seen again."
- [Tributes to Prince Philip after six decades of hard work as Queen's consort](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/tributes-prince-philip-six-decades-hard-work-queens-consort/): The Duke of Edinburgh announced today that he will no longer carry out public engagements, and is taking a retirements of sorts after 65 years as consort to The Queen.
- [Queen & Philip attend Order of the Merit Service after 'retirement' announcement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-attend-order-merit-service-retirement-announcement/): After a morning of speculation and anticipation - and a somewhat surprising announcement that Prince Philip is stepping down from Royal duties - The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh attended the Order of the Merit Service at St.
- [BREAKING: Prince Philip to retire from Royal duties](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/breaking-prince-philip-to-retire-down-step-from-royal-duties/): It has just been announced from Buckingham Palace that Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, will retire from royal duties later this year.
- [Duchess Kate feeds the lambs & plants vegetables at Wick Court Farm](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-feeds-lambs-plants-vegetables-wick-court-farm/): The Duchess of Cambridge visited Wick Court in Gloucester today, where she helped feed the spring lambs, plant vegetables and was even treated to a story from author Michael Morpurgo.
- [Prince Philip opens renovated Warner Stand at Lord's cricket ground](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-opens-renovated-warner-stand-lords-cricket-ground/): The Duke of Edinburgh today opened the Warner Stand at Lord's cricket ground, named after former England captain Sir Pelham Warner.
- [William & Catherine seek €1.5 million for 'shocking' publication of topless photos](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-catherine-duke-duchess-cambridge-seek-e1-5-million-publication-topless-photos/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are seeking €1.5 million (£1.3 million) in damages for the invasion of their privacy, after 'shocking' photos were published of Kate topless as the couple holidayed in France.
- [Busy in Buckinghamshire: Prince Edward visits Bletchley Park, Cambridge Uni & Language School](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/busy-buckinghamshire-prince-edward-visits-bletchley-park-cambridge-uni-language-school/): On Thursday, The Earl of Wessex toured Buckinghamshire, visiting WWII's code-breaking centre, Bletchley Park, Scripture Union and Bell Cambridge language school on a number of official engagements.
- [New photo of Princess Charlotte ahead of her second birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/new-photo-princess-charlotte-ahead-second-birthday/): An adorable new photo of Princess Charlotte has just been released, ahead of her second birthday tomorrow.
- [European Royals celebrate Willem-Alexander's 50th birthday at The Hague](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/european-royals-celebrate-willem-alexanders-50th-birthday-hague/): Yesterday evening, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands celebrated his 50th birthday with a dinner at The Hague, with Royalty from across Europe in attendance.
- [Happy anniversary William & Kate! 15 facts about the Royal Wedding](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/happy-anniversary-william-kate-little-known-facts-about-the-royal-wedding/): Today marks The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's wedding anniversary!
- ['Casual' State Opening of Parliament & Garter Day cancelled due to General Election](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/casual-state-opening-parliament-garter-day-cancelled-due-general-election/): The State Opening of Parliament will be a more casual affair this year, without carriages or robes and crown, as it is scaled back due to its timing, and the Garter Day service has been cancelled.
- [Duke of Kent honours Freemasons with Victoria Crosses](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-kent-honours-freemasons-victoria-crosses/): The Duke of Kent unveiled a memorial to the large number of Freemasons who received Victoria Crosses during The First World War.
- [Scouts receive Queen’s Scout Awards at Windsor Castle on St George's Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/queens-scout-awards-windsor-st-georges-day/): Over 200 Scouts from across Britain were honoured by The Duke of Kent and Chief Scout Bear Grylls at Windsor Castle yesterday, for The Queen’s Scout Awards.
- [William, Kate and Harry cheer on runners at the London Marathon](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-cheer-runners-london-marathon/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry launched the 2017 London Marathon this morning, when they pushed the big red button together, starting the men's elite race.
- [William and Kate make surprise Radio 1 appearance for Heads Together - admitting they watch Game of Thrones!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/surprise-radio-one-appearance-william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-heads-together/): Earlier this afternoon, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge paid a surprise visit to the BBC Radio 1 studio to surprise DJ Adele Roberts, who is running the London Marathon for Heads Together.
- [Queen celebrates birthday at Newbury races as guns fire in London](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-celebrates-birthday-newbury-races-guns-fire-london/): On her 91st birthday today, The Queen attended the Newbury Races with Princess Anne, as guns in London fired to celebrate the occasion.
- [Video: William, Kate & Harry discuss parenting, loss & founding of Heads Together](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/video-william-kate-harry-discuss-parenting-loss-founding-heads-together/): As part of Heads Together's openness campaign, William, Kate and Harry have a casual chat about how the Heads Together project came about, and their personal circumstances with mental health and coping, in a new video.
- [Accidental discovery reveals 5 lost Archbishops next to Lambeth Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/historical-news/accidental-discovery-reveals-5-lost-archbishops-next-lambeth-palace/): What could be more ironic at Easter than the accidental discovery of five lost Archbishops and their tomb?
- [Media school opening for William, Catherine & Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/global-academy-school-opening-william-catherine-harry-media/): Earlier today, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry opened the Global Academy in Hayes, London, as a new scheme supported by Heads Together.
- [Catherine praises Harry's 'brilliant' interview as she meets Heads Together marathon runners](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-praises-harrys-brilliant-interview-meets-heads-together-marathon-runners/): The Duchess of Cambridge welcomed some Heads Together marathon runners to Kensington Palace today, and opening praised her brother-in-law Prince Harry's recent interview, in which he admitted he received counselling and almost had a breakdown after his mother's death.
- [Canada to celebrate #Canada150 with Charles and Camilla in June](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/canada-celebrate-canada150-charles-camilla-june/): Prince Charles and Camilla are to visit Canada this summer, making stops in Ontario, Nunavut and the Capital Region to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the country.
- [State Opening of Parliament postponed? Spanish State Visit to go ahead](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/state-opening-parliament-postponed-spanish-state-visit-go-ahead/): Following Theresa May's decision to call a snap election earlier today, it is very likely that the State Opening of Parliament will be postponed, but the Spanish State visit is confirmed to go ahead.
- [William talks mental health with Lady Gaga, and George & Charlotte with CALMzine](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-talks-mental-health-lady-gaga-george-charlotte-calm/): The Duke of Cambridge and Lady Gaga have recorded a FaceTime conversation about mental health as part of Heads Together's #oktosay campaign.
- [Theresa May & MPs commend Prince Harry for his open interview on mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/theresa-may-mps-commend-prince-harry-open-interview-mental-health/): Prime Minister Theresa May and MPs have commended Prince Harry's open interview, in which he talks about his own mental health, struggling to cope with the grief of losing his mother in his 20s.
- ['I was close to a complete breakdown' - Harry speaks of bottled up grief after Diana's death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/i-close-complete-breakdown-harry-speaks-bottled-grief-dianas-death/): In an interview with The Telegraph, Prince Harry has admitted he did not deal with the trauma of his mother's death until he was in his late 20s, when there was 'two years of chaos', after he bottled up his emotions for decades.
- [Extended Royal Family turn out for Easter service at Windsor](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/extended-royal-family-turn-easter-service-windsor-queen-philip-william-kate-beatrice-eugenie-peter-autumn-anne-time/): On Easter Sunday, members of the extended Royal Family turned out at Windsor Castle for the traditional service at St George's Chapel, led by The Queen and Prince Philip.
- [Princess Eléonore of Belgium plays violin for King Phillipe's birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-eleonore-belgium-plays-violin-king-phillipes-birthday/): Princess Eléonore of Belgium treated her father, the King, to a violin performance, to celebrate Phillipe's birthday today.
- [Queen hands out Maundy Money at Leicester Cathedral](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-maundy-service-hands-out-maundy-money-at-leicester-cathedral/): Maundy Thursday sees the traditional Royal Maundy service take place, attended by The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh.
- [Princess Anne - 20 facts about The Princess Royal](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-10-facts-princess-royal/): One of the hardest working members of the Royal Family, Princess Anne is a no-nonsense kind of woman, who relishes being kept busy.
- [Feeding time at the zoo: Queen feeds elephants at ZSL Whipsnade](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/feeding-time-zoo-queen-feeds-elephants-zsl-whipsnade/): The Queen and Prince Philip today visited ZSL Whipsnade, to officially open the new Centre for Elephant Care at the zoo.
- [Could Prince Charles become The Prince of Wales... and Transylvania?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-become-prince-wales-transylvania/): On his recent visit to Romania, Prince Charles has been offered the title Prince of Transylvania, as a descendent of Vlad the Impaler!
- [William and Harry to appear in two documentaries to mark 20th anniversary of Diana's death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-appear-two-documentaries-mark-20th-anniversary-dianas-death/): The Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry have commissioned two television documentaries to mark the 20th anniversary of the death of their mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
- [Mind Over Marathon - William, Kate & Harry's documentary on mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/mind-marathon-william-kate-harrys-documentary-mental-health/): A documentary to be aired later this month features The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry as they prepare for the 'mental health marathon' in London for Heads Together.
- [George & Charlotte to be pageboy and bridesmaid at Pippa Middleton's wedding](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/george-charlotte-pageboy-bridesmaid-pippa-middletons-wedding/): Kensington Palace has confirmed that Prince George and Princess Charlotte will play parts in Pippa Middleton's wedding next month.
- [Charles, William & Harry mark Battle of Vimy Ridge centenary with Trudeau & Hollande](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-prince-william-prince-harry-mark-battle-of-vimy-ridge-centenary-with-justin-trudeau-francois-hollande/): Earlier today, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry marked the centenary of WWI's Battle of Vimy Ridge in France with Francois Hollande, the President of the nation and Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau.
- [Tearful Crown Princess Victoria & Daniel visit site of Stockholm terror attack](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/tearful-crown-princess-victoria-daniel-visit-site-stockholm-terror-attack/): Yesterday, Crown Princess Victoria and her husband Prince Daniel visited the site of the recent Stockholm attack, to pay their respects to the victims.
- [Tell me about... the Royal Maundy service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/what-is-royal-maundy-money-maundy-thursday-service/): Held on Maundy Thursday, the day before Good Friday, Royal Maundy is a ceremony in which the Monarch ceremonially distributes small silver coins known as 'Maundy money'.
- [Princess Anne's visit to Ghana and Sierra Leone](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-annes-visit-ghana-sierra-leone/): The Princess Royal has concluded a visit to Ghana and Sierra Leone, which claimed to 'underly the bond of friendship' between the UK and the two African nations.
- [Queen & Royal Family remember Lord Snowdon at memorial](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-royal-family-remember-lord-snowdon-at-memorial-st-margarets/): Today, members of the Royal Family, led by The Queen, remembered the late Earl of Snowdon at a memorial ceremony in the capital.
- [#RoyalVisitAustria: Charles & Camilla meet Holocaust survivors, dine with President & watch Philharmonic orchestra](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royalvisitaustria-charles-camilla-meet-holocaust-survivors-dine-president/): Yesterday was the final leg of Charles and Camilla's extensive tour of Europe, ending in Austria after visiting Romania and Italy.
- [#RoyalVisitItaly: Charles & Camilla meet the Pope, victims of trafficking & try local foods](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royalvisititaly-charles-camilla-meet-pope-victims-trafficking-try-local-foods/): After visiting Romania, The Prince of Wales was joined by his wife, The Duchess of Cornwall to tour Italy.
- [Kylie Minogue receives award during an audience with Prince Philip](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/kylie-minogue-receives-award-audience-prince-philip/): On Tuesday, Prince Philip gave singer Kylie Minogue the Britain-Australia Society Award for her contribution to Anglo-Australian relations.
- [Queen gives Royal Lancers 'Queen's Own' moniker with Prince Andrew](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-gives-royal-lancers-queens-moniker-prince-andrew/): Today, the Queen presented a guidon to The Royal Lancers, also giving them the suffix of 'The Queen's Own', accompanied by Prince Andrew.
- [William, Kate & Harry attend Service of Hope to commemorate Westminster Attack](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-duke-duchess-cambridge-prince-harry-attend-service-of-hope-to-commemorate-westminster-attack/): A service of Hope was held at Westminster Abbey today, to commemorate those who died in the Westminster Attack; The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry attended.
- [Harry backs Diana's wish for a land mine-free world by 2025](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-backs-dianas-wish-for-a-land-mine-free-world-by-2025/): Prince Harry has shown his support to rid the world of landmines by 2025, with the UK government planning to invest in a plan to see it through.
- [Catherine watches opening night of musical for patronage EACH](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-duchess-cambridge-watches-opening-night-musical-42nd-street-patronage-each/): This evening, The Duchess of Cambridge attended at the opening night of the '42nd Street' musical, in aid of her patronage, East Anglia's Children's Hospice.
- [Tim Peake is back to Earth dining with The Queen at Windsor Castle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/tim-peak-back-earth-dined-queen-windsor-castle/): Tim Peake and his wife Rebecca dined with The Queen at Windsor Castle last night, as part of her Easter Court parties.
- [10 facts about Kensington Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/10-facts-kensington-palace/): One of the most popular attractions in London with 394,000 visitors last year, Kensington Palace has centuries of history to tell...
- ['Royal Gifts' the focus of 2017 summer opening at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/summer-opening-2017-at-buckingham-palace-royal-gifts-exhibition/): This year's summer opening at Buckingham Palace is to feature an exhibit on official Royal gifts received by The Queen over the decades.
- [#RoyalVisitRomania: Charles meets old friends, receives Romanian award & visits Patriarchal Cathedral](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royalvisitromania-charles-meets-old-friends-receives-romanian-award-visits-patriarchal-cathedral/): It has been a busy three days for The Prince of Wales on the first section of his European visit.
- [Iconic images of Diana, Princess of Wales, now on display at Althorp](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/iconic-images-diana-princess-wales-now-display-althorp/): A new exhibit of 15 iconic images of Diana, Princess of Wales, is currently being displayed at her childhood home of Althorp.
- [Colourful Characters - Mary Seacole](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/colourful-characters-who-was-mary-seacole/): 'Colourful Characters' looks at the lives of lesser known figures in history, who led interesting, colourful lives or had an impact upon their field.
- [Prince William lays wreath for PC Palmer as he opens centre at NMA](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-lays-wreath-pc-palmer-opens-centre-nma/): The Duke Of Cambridge paid tribute to fallen officer PC Keith Palmer, who died in last week's terrorist attack in Westminster, by laying a wreath at the police memorial, on a visit to the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
- ['George won't know what's hit him' says Kate of primary school at NPG charity portrait gala](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-primary-school-kate-duchess-cambridge-npg-charity-portrait-gala/): Last night, The Duchess of Cambridge attended the 2017 Portrait Gala at the National Portrait Gallery, in order to raise money for the Coming Home project.
- [New security measures outside Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-security-measures-outside-buckingham-palace/): A new set of bollards have been placed outside of Buckingham Palace overnight, in response to the recent Westminster attack.
- [Prince Charles visits Westminster attack victims & emergency staff](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-visits-westminster-attack-victims-emergency-staff-kings-college-hospital/): Prince Charles visited victims of the Westminster attack in hospital today, also speaking with emergency care staff, whom he praised.
- [Prince George's primary school details announced](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-primary-school-details-announced-thomass-battersea/): Details of Prince George's primary schooling have been announced by Kensington Palace: George is to attend Thomas's, Battersea.
- [Catherine speaks of parenting pressures & pays tribute to Westminster attack victims](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-duchess-cambridge-speaks-of-parenting-pressures-pays-tribute-to-westminster-attack-victims-best-beginnings/): During an engagement in London earlier today, The Duchess of Cambridge paid tribute to the victims of the terrorist attack in Westminster, also admitting as a parent she struggles with a lack of confidence under the desire to be 'perfect'.
- [Another baby for Prince Carl Philip and Sofia of Sweden](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/another-baby-prince-carl-philip-sofia-sweden/): Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden have today announced that they are expecting another child.
- [Princess Anne backs GM crops and livestock - may farm them after Brexit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-backs-gm-crops-livestock-may-farm-brexit/): Princess Anne, a farmer herself, has stated she is in favour of growing genetically modified (GM) crops and livestock.
- [Terror attack in Westminster - Queen cancels engagement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/terror-attack-westminster-queen-cancels-engagement/): Five people have died after an attack in Westminster, believed to be linked to terrorism, after a police man was stabbed at the Houses of Parliament and two others ploughed a car into pedestrians on Westminster Bridge yesterday afternoon.
- [Royal Rewind: kidnap attempt on Princess Anne](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/royal-rewind-kidnap-attempt-princess-anne/): OTD in 1974, there was a kidnap attempt on Princess Anne.
- [Far from workshy - a look at Prince William's life as an air ambulance pilot](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/far-workshy-look-prince-williams-life-air-ambulance-pilot/): The last few days has seen a barrage of criticism of The Duke of Cambridge by the tabloids, claiming the Duke is "workshy", after William was spotted dancing in a club on a skiing trip.
- [William & Kate meet Bataclan survivors, view Impressionist art & pose at Eiffel Tower #RoyalVisitParis](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-meet-bataclan-survivors-view-impressionist-art-pose-eiffel-tower-royalvisitparis/): On the second and last day of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's visit to Paris, the couple undertook a number of engagements, including meeting with survivors of the Bataclan terrorist attack, visiting the Musee d'Orleans before seeing a rugby programme in front of the iconic Eiffel Tower.
- [#RoyalVisitParis - William & Kate meet with President before glamorous reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royalvisitparis-william-kate-meet-president-glamorous-reception/): Earlier this afternoon, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrived to begin their two-day trip to Paris.
- [William and Kate celebrate St Partrick's Day with Irish Guards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-celebrate-st-partricks-day-irish-guards/): William and Catherine, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, celebrated St Patrick's Day with the Irish Guards today, as the Duchess handed out shamrocks to officers.
- [Queen reopens National Army Museum after signing Brexit Bill](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-reopens-national-army-museum-signing-brexit-bill/): The Queen and Prince Philip today officially re-opened the refurbished National Army Museum in Chelsea, London, the same day she signed the historic Brexit Bill, meaning the UK's exit from the European Union could begin.
- [Sophie's visit to Malawi focussed on saving sight](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophies-visit-malawi-focussed-saving-sight/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex spent the last few days in Malawi, for an official visit during the occasion of Commonwealth Week, as Vice Patron of The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust.
- [Queen gives Royal Assent to Brexit Bill - Article 50 to be triggered](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-gives-royal-assent-brexit-bill-article-50-triggered/): Earlier this morning, The Queen signed the 'Brexit Bill', meaning formal negotiations to allow the UK to leave the EU can begin.
- [Parliament approves funding for Buckingham Palace refurbishment](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/parliament-approves-funding-buckingham-palace-refurbishment/): A vote in Parliament earlier today has approved the £369 million needed for the repair and refurbishment of Buckingham Palace, meaning the 10-year plan can begin.
- [Charles and Harry recognise Ghurkas for Afghanistan tour](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-and-prince-harry-recognise-ghurkas-for-afghanistan-tour-medal/): Yesterday, Prince Charles and Prince Harry recognised the recent tour of the Ghurkas in Afghanistan at a medal ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
- [Basement expansion at Kensington Palace NOT for William and Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/basement-expansion-kensington-palace-not-william-kate/): The recently announced underground expansion at Kensington Palace has been misquoted by a number of headlines as providing more space for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge; it is, in fact, for the use of Historic Royal Palaces and its visitors.
- [Commonwealth Day Celebrations: a busy day for the Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/commonwealth-day-queen-baton-relay-westminster-abbey-philip-harry-charles-camilla-andrew-edward/): The Queen has had a busy Commonwealth Day today, starting the Commonwealth Games baton relay at Buckingham Palace, hosting a reception for Commonwealth High Commissioners based in London, and attending a service at Westminster Abbey.
- [Harry and Anne watch England thrash Scotland to win Six Nations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-and-princess-anne-watch-england-thrash-scotland-to-win-six-nations/): Prince Harry was joined by his aunt, Princess Anne, this afternoon, as England took on Scotland in their penultimate game of the Six Nations championship.
- [Queen leads Royal Family at Afghanistan & Iraq memorial](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-leads-royal-family-afghanistan-iraq-memorial-philip-charles-camilla-william-kate-harry-edward-sophie-andrew-anne-gloucester/): The Queen lead the Royal Family at a service of dedication for a new memorial to the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, before she unveiled the stone marker in Victoria Embankment Gardens.
- [Harry is 'Prince Charming', according to George W Bush](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-prince-charming-according-george-w-bush/): Former US President, George W. Bush, has given his verdict on Prince Harry, saying he is "prince charming", after meeting at the 2016 Invictus Games.
- [The Countess of Wessex visits in Staffordshire hospital and Asperger association](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-wessex-visits-staffordshire-hospital-keele-university/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex visited Staffordshire yesterday on a series of engagements, including Royal Stoke University Hospital and the local Asperger Autism Association.
- [Republic want access to Royal Archives - and want crowdfunding to help](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/republic-want-access-royal-archives-want-crowdfunding-help/): Anti-monarchy group Republic are launching a crowdfunding campaign in the hope they can lobby MPs to allow for greater access to the Royal Archives, full of historic and personal documents relating to the Royal Family.
- [Bank holiday to celebrate Queen's Sapphire Jubilee?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/bank-holiday-celebrate-queens-sapphire-jubilee/): Some MPs are calling for a Bank Holiday to mark The Queen's historic Sapphire Jubilee this year.
- [History's most gory deaths - Queen Caroline's bursting gut](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/historys-most-gory-deaths-queen-carolines-death-bursting-gut-hernia/): History is full of amusing stories, including many an unusual death.
- [Duke of Kent suffering with chest infection](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-kent-suffering-chest-infection/): The Duke of Kent has cancelled his upcoming engagements after being struck down with a chest infection.
- ['Less frightening' Queen presents leeks to The Royal Welsh regiment & goat mascot](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/less-frightening-queen-presents-leeks-royal-welsh-regiment-goat-mascot/): The Queen visited The Royal Welsh regiment in Tidworth today, handing out leeks to mark St David's Day earlier this week.
- [Pierre & Beatrice Casiraghi welcome baby boy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/pierre-beatrice-casiraghi-welcome-baby-boy/): Beatrice Casiraghi and husband Pierre welcomed their first child on Tuesday, a baby boy for the couple; he has been named after Pierre's late father, Stefano.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: Williamson flower brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-williamson-flower-brooch-pink-diamond/): The Williamson Flower Brooch is a jonquil (daffodil-type) flower, featuring a pink diamond at the centre; 23.6k in total, it is the finest pink diamond in the world, according to The Royal Collection.
- [Cancelled engagements for Princess Alexandra after she breaks her wrist](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/cancelled-engagements-princess-alexandra-breaks-wrist/): Princess Alexandra has had to cancel all of her upcoming engagements after fall, breaking her wrist.
- [Roundtable discussion for HIV & diseases for Harry at School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/roundtable-discussion-hiv-diseases-harry-school-hygiene-tropical-medicine/): Yesterday Prince Harry visited the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, to listen in on a discussion about HIV and other infectious diseases, for his charity, Sentebale.
- [Wales Week day 2: Prince Charles focuses on the environment #HRHinWales](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/wales-week-day-2-prince-charles-focuses-environment-hrhinwales/): As Wales Week continues, The Prince of Wales had a full day of engagements yesterday - many of which reflected his passion for the environment and sustainability.
- [Princess Royal commemorates Dundee's WWI seamen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-royal-commemorates-dundees-wwi-seamen/): The Princess Royal has attended engagements in Dundee and Arbroath, following her trip to China.
- [William marks 60 years of Battle of Britain memorial flight with veterans](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-marks-60-years-battle-britain-memorial-flight-veterans/): 2017 marks the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Britain memorial flight, which Prince William celebrated today at RAF Coningsby with veterans of the original mission.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 10-16th July](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-10-16th-july-2017/): Wales week continues for Prince Charles, The Queen has a State Visit to host and Princess Anne is zooming across the UK for numerous engagements, as usual!
- [Prince Charles kicks off Wales week with stained glass window unveiling](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-kicks-off-wales-week-stained-glass-window-unveiling/): Yesterday, Prince Charles began Wales Week by unveiling a new stained glass window in Myddfai, a village near Llandovery.
- [Earl of Wessex commemorates the Battle for Hill 112 in Normandy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/earl-wessex-commemorates-battle-hill-112-normandy/): The Earl of Wessex has attended a commemoration service at Cote 112 Memorial in Normandy to pay homage to the British soldiers who died during the Battle for Hill 112 during the Second World War.
- [Queen hires first black officer as equerry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-hires-first-black-officer-equerry/): The Queen's newest equerry is to be a first for the Royal Household: a black officer is taking the role.
- [Princess Anne visits China on a four-day tour](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-visits-china-four-day-tour/): The Princess Royal concluded a tour of China this week, where she visited Beijing and other major cities.
- [Saved for the nation: Dumfries House](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/saved-for-the-nation-dumfries-house-prince-charles/): One of Prince Charles' most notable achievements is rescue of Dumfries House, saving the property and its large collection of Chippendale furniture for the nation.
- ['Diana, our mother: her life and legacy' - watch the trailer](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/diana-our-mother-her-life-and-legacy-watch-the-trailer/): ITV's documentary about Diana, Princess of Wales, will air later this month, focussed on contributions from Prince William and Prince Harry on their mother's life, and their relationship with her.
- [The Queen presents Royal Medals at the Royal Society of Edinburgh](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-presents-royal-medals-royal-society-edinburgh/): The Queen visited the Royal Society of Edinburgh yesterday, to present medals to three esteemed figures from the fields of science, music and health, ending Holyrood week.
- [Prince Harry in Leeds - his first engagement as patron of RFL](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-leeds-first-engagement-patron-rfl/): As part of a two-day trip to Leeds, Prince Harry yesterday paid a visit to the RFL, his first engagement as the organisation's patron.
- [Queen and Philip open Queen Elizabeth II Canal & meet Argyll & Sutherland regiment in Scotland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-open-queen-elizabeth-ii-canal-meet-argyll-sutherland-regiment-scotland/): Earlier today, The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh officially opened the Queen Elizabeth II Canal in Falkirk - visiting the iconic Kelpies - and met the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders regiment for a lunch at Stirling Castle.
- [Norwegian Royals attend statue unveiling to mark Queen Sonja's 80th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/norwegian-royals-attend-statue-unveiling-mark-queen-sonjas-80th-birthday/): Yesterday, the Norwegian Royal Family was out in force to attend the unveiling of a statue of Queen Sonja, designed to mark her 80th birthday.
- [Queen and Prince Philip host garden party at Holyroodhouse](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-prince-philip-host-garden-party-holyroodhouse/): Today, The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh hosted a garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, celebrating the contributions of locals in their communities.
- [Sophie visits Hampton Court Flower Show with blind veterans & Baston House School](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-visits-hampton-court-flower-show-blind-veterans-baston-house-school/): Today, Sophie, Countess of Wessex attended the Hampton Court Flower Show with her patronage, Blind Veterans UK, before heading to Baston House School.
- [William and Kate's itinerary for Poland & Germany trip - George & Charlotte will join them!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-william-kates-itinerary-poland-germany-trip-george-charlotte-will-join/): The itinerary for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's visits to Poland and Germany have been announced - also with the news that Prince George and Princess Charlotte will join them!
- [Catherine & Duke of Kent attend opening day of Wimbledon](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-duke-kent-attend-opening-day-wimbledon/): Today saw the opening of Wimbledon, and The Duke of Kent and Duchess of Cambridge were in attendance to see Andy Murray play his first match.
- [Royal diary: latest royal engagements 3-9th July](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-3-9th-july/): The royal diary is coming to a climax before the summer break, with The Queen heading to Scotland for Holyrood week and Charles beginning Wales week.
- [Lord of the Manor... Chatsworth House - the crowning glory of Britain's Stately Homes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/chatsworth-house-jewel-britains-stately-homes/): In Britain we are fortunate enough to have a plethora of stately homes and country houses, built by the rich and powerful of centuries gone by, as a retreat from London, and as a symbol of wealth.
- [New portrait of The Queen to mark Canada's 150th anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/new-portrait-queen-mark-canadas-150th-anniversary/): A new portrait of The Queen was released last night, to mark Canada Day and the 150th anniversary of the country's independence from Britain.
- [Charles & Camilla in Canada - indigenous languages and local nature](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-canada-indigenous-languages-local-nature/): On Thursday, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall travelled to Canada to begin their short trip celebrating the nation's 150th anniversary of independence.
- [Queen & Harry honour Queen's Young Leaders at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-harry-andrew-the-queens-young-leaders-honoured-at-buckingham-palace/): The Queen and Prince Harry honoured this year's Queen's Young Leaders Awards winners in a ceremony held at Buckingham Palace last night.
- [Busy day in Essex for Sophie - fetal medicine unit, horse sanctuary & fishing boats](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-of-wessex-essex-fetal-medicine-unit-horse-sanctuary-fishing-boats/): Today was a busy day of engagements for The Countess of Wessex, with visits to her patronages filling a day trip to Essex.
- [Catherine 'wowed' as she opens new wing at V&A museum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-catherine-opens-new-wing-va-museum/): Earlier today, The Duchess of Cambridge popped down the road from Kensington Palace to the V&A museum, to open a new wing there.
- [Kate reveals she was banned from attending Wimbledon](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-tells-doctor-stopped-watching-murray-winning-wimbledon/): In an interview on BBC 1's Sue Barker: Our Wimbledon show on Sunday, The Duchess of Cambridge talked of her ban from attending the Wimbledon tennis final in 2013 - she was heavily pregnant with Prince George and her doctor said no!
- [Zara Tindall's horse Toytown has been put to sleep](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/zara-tindalls-horse-toytown-put-sleep/): Zara Tindall’s longstanding competition horse, Toytown, has died, the equestrienne today announced.
- [Private rededication service for Diana's grave - William, Kate & Harry to attend](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/private-rededication-service-dianas-grave-william-kate-harry-attend/): A rededication service of Diana, Princess of Wales' grave will take place on Saturday, which The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry will attend.
- [Edward in Scotland: Youth Club opening, visits Sport Scotland & Kilmarnock Music Theatre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/edward-scotland-youth-club-opening-visits-sport-scotland-kilmarnock-music-theatre/): The Earl of Wessex today visited the Scottish capital on what has been a busy few days.
- [Grenfell tower victims receive royal visit from Charles - thanks 'amazing' volunteers for their help](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/grenfell-tower-victims-receive-royal-visit-charles-thanks-amazing-volunteers-help/): Yesterday, The Prince of Wales visited a relief centre, in which families affected by the Grenfell tower fire are being looked after, also thanking the volunteers for their work.
- [Queen leads Royal Family in remembering Countess Mounbatten of Burma at funeral](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-royal-family-funeral-countess-mounbatten-burma-charles-anne-sophie-duchess-gloucester-duke-kent/): Today was the funeral of Patricia, Countess Mountbatten of Burma, who passed away a fortnight ago.
- ['Manchester made us proud' - Charles and Camilla visit site of arena bombing](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-visit-site-manchester-bombing/): Yesterday, Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall visited the Manchester Arena to meet staff who helped the victims of the 22 May bombing, saying that the city had made the UK 'proud' thanks to its reaction of unity to the attack.
- [2016/17 costing of the British Royal Family - how much do the Royals cost?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-finance/201617-costing-british-royal-family-much-royals-cost/): Buckingham Palace's accounts for 2016/17 have just been released, allowing us a look into how the Sovereign Support Grant was spent this last year; it seems to demonstrate the value for money of the British Monarchy.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 26th June - 1st July](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-26th-june-1st-july/): The royal diary is still in full force before the Royals break for summer in late July.
- [Princess Anne & Sir Tim visit Bermuda & the 35th America's Cup](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-sir-tim-visit-bermuda-for-the-35th-americas-cup/): Princess Anne and her husband Sir Timothy Laurence have just completed a two-day trip to Bermuda, including watching the Americas Cup and attending church.
- [Prince Charles' Parachute Regiment visit reveals Harry is a skydiving Prince](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-parachute-regiment-visit-reveals-harry-skydiving-prince/): It was revealed yesterday that Prince Harry has been skydiving with the British Army's Red Devils display team, as Prince Charles visited the Colchester Barracks to mark 40 years since his appointment as Colonel-in-Chief of the Parachute Regiment.
- [Harry does his own shopping & reveals no Royal wants the throne in interview](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-interview-does-his-own-shopping-reveals-no-royal-wants-the-throne/): In a candid interview with US publication, Newsweek, Prince Harry has spoken of his desire to be normal by doing his food shopping, and that no one in the Royal Family wants the 'top job': the throne.
- [Royal Ascot Day 3: The Queen and her family attend Ladies' Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-ascot-day-3-queen-family-attend-ladies-day/): The Queen was joined by members of her extended family today as they enjoyed the third day of Royal Ascot, Ladies' Day.
- [Prince Charles visits Finsbury Park community & gives message from The Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-message-queen-finsbury-park-community/): Prince Charles has visited Finsbury Park in a show of solidarity with the Muslim community there who were targeted in a terrorist attack earlier this week.
- [Prince Philip leaves hospital after infection](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-leaves-hospital-infection/): The Duke of Edinburgh has been released from hospital, after he went in on Monday night as a 'precautionary measure'.
- [Second day of Royal Ascot: Queen dashes to races after State Opening of Parliament](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-at-second-day-of-royal-ascot-2017-queen-dashes-to-races-after-state-opening-of-parliament/): The Queen made a quick dash from London to Windsor today after the State Opening of Parliament with Prince Charles, to attend the second day of Royal Ascot racing.
- [Casual State Opening of Parliament 2017 - Charles takes Philip's place after hospitalisation](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/casual-state-opening-parliament-2017-charles-takes-philips-place-hospitalisation/): Today's State Opening of Parliament was a casual affair; The Queen opened this year's parliamentary session with Prince Charles at her side, as Prince Philip is in hospital.
- [Lost Palace of Whitehall returns to streets of London](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/lost-palace-whitehall-returns-streets-london/): The award-winning 'Lost Palace' interactive experience is returning to the streets of London this summer, allowing us in the 21st century to discover one of Europe's largest courts: Whitehall Palace.
- [Prince Philip in hospital as 'precautionary measure' for infection](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-hospital-precautionary-measure-infection/): It has just been announced that 96-year-old Prince Philip has been hospitalised for an infection as a precautionary measure.
- [Queen & Royal Family attend first day of Royal Ascot - Sophie almost falls on Kate!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-royal-family-attend-first-day-royal-ascot-sophie-almost-falls-kate/): Today The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Charles and Camilla, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, The Earl and Countess of Wessex, The Duke of York, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie attended opening day of racing at Royal Ascot, a tradition that Her Majesty has upheld throughout most of her life.
- [Conversations with The Queen - WIN a copy of 'What The Queen said to me'!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/film-tv-books/conversations-queen-win-copy-queen-said/): The Queen is renowned for her conversational skills, meeting people from all walks of life on a daily basis.
- [Prince Andrew: after Brexit, the world is the UK's oyster](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/prince-andrew-brexit-world-uks-oyster/): In an interview with the BBC given a shortly before today's commencement of the official Brexit negotiations, Prince Andrew has sent a message to British business: "The world is your oyster".
- [Government cancels 2018 State Opening of Parliament due to Brexit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/government-cancels-2018-state-opening-parliament-due-brexit/): The government has cancelled the 2018 State Opening of Parliament, as they extend the parliamentary session to two years in order to deal with Brexit.
- [Camilla attends the final of 500 Words competition at The Tower of London live on Radio 2](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-attends-final-500-words-competition-tower-london-live-radio-2/): On Friday, The Duchess of Cornwall attended the live broadcast of the final of BBC Radio 2’s 500 Words creative writing competition at The Tower of London, a hotly anticipated competition celebrating the best young writers in the country.
- [Royal Family out in force for Queen's birthday - Trooping the Colour 2017](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-family-force-queens-birthday-trooping-colour-2017/): It was a family affair for the Royal Family today, as the nation celebrated The Queen's official birthday with Trooping the Colour.
- [Birthday message from Queen recognises recent tragedies plus minute's silence](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/birthday-message-queen-recognises-recent-tragedies-plus-minutes-silence/): This morning, The Queen unusually released a birthday message, recognising the recent number of tragedies the country has faced.
- [Birthday honours list 2017: Julie Walters, Ed Sheeran & PC Keith Palmer](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/birthday-honours-list-2017-julie-walters-ed-sheeran-pc-keith-palmer/): The Queen's Birthday Honours List for 2017 has just been announced, with recipients including Julie Walters, Ed Sheeran, PC Keith Palmer, Billy Connelly and Emelie Sande.
- [Service of Hope for London Bridge attack & Borough Market for Sophie](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/service-hope-london-bridge-attack-borough-market-sophie-countess-wessex/): Earlier today, Sophie, Countess of Wessex attended a Service of Hope for the victims and families of the London Bridge attack, before paying a visit to Borough Market.
- [Duchess of Cambridge visits 1851 Trust sailing roadshow](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-visits-1851-trust-sailing-roadshow/): Today, The Duchess of Cambridge visited the Docklands Sailing and Watersports Centre, to attend a sailing roadshow for her patronage, the 1851 Trust.
- [The Queen and Prince William make unannounced visit to Grenfell Tower victims](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-prince-william-make-unannounced-visit-grenfell-tower-victims/): The Queen and the Duke of Cambridge have made an unannounced visit to the Westway Sports Centre to meet victims of the horrific Grenfell Tower fire.
- [Princess Royal attends Queen's Birthday Party in Hamburg](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-royal-anne-attends-queens-birthday-party-hamburg/): Today the Princess Royal attended a birthday party for The Queen at the Anglo-German Club in Hamburg, some 449 miles away from Her Majesty.
- [The Queen and Prince Philip visit London school bombed in WWI](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-duke-visit-london-school-bombed-wwi/): The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh today remembered the WWI bombing of Upper North Street School with a memorial service at All Saints Church, followed by a visit to the school itself.
- [William, Kate & Harry donate to Grenfell Tower victims fund](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-donate-grenfell-tower-victims-fund/): Following the devastating fire at Grenfell Tower yesterday, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry have donated to a fund for the victims of the fire, who have lost everything.
- [Prince Harry goes shopping at Borough Market after London Bridge attack](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-goes-shopping-borough-market-london-bridge-attack/): Prince Harry showed his support for Borough Market this morning - by doing a spot of shopping.
- [Tell me about... Trooping the Colour](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/what-is-trooping-the-colour-history/): Each year, the King celebrates his official birthday with a grand parade of soldiers and music, known as Trooping the Colour.
- [Prince Philip's cousin, Countess Mountbatten of Burma, has died at 93](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/prince-philips-cousin-countess-mountbatten-burma-died-93/): Prince Philip's cousin, Patricia, Countess Mountbatten of Burma, has died at the age of 93.
- [Evensong & Companions of Honour reception at Hampton Court for Queen & Prince Philip](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/evensong-companions-honour-reception-hampton-court-queen-prince-philip/): Last night, The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh attended Evensong at Hampton Court Palace, celebrating 100 years of the Companions of Honour.
- [Queen & Philip recreate Victoria's historic train journey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-recreate-victorias-historic-train-journey/): Today, The Queen and Prince Philip recreated the historic train journey made by Queen Victoria in 1842; the Sovereign and Prince Consort marked the first train journey by a British Monarch by travelling from Slough to London Paddington on a Great Western Railway train - just as Victoria did 175 years ago.
- [Prince Harry celebrates 40 years of Well Child](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-celebrates-40-years-well-child/): Last night, Prince Harry hosted a reception at Buckingham Palace to celebrate Well Child's 40 years in operation.
- [Royal diary - upcoming engagements 12-18th June](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-12-18th-june-2017/): This weekend will see Trooping the Colour, but first a busy week of engagements for the entire Royal Family, with Prince Charles heading to Scotland, Prince Edward in the Midlands, and Princess Anne travelling to Germany.
- [Kate visits London Bridge attack victims patients & King's College staff who helped](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-kate-visits-london-bridge-attack-victims-patients-kings-college-staff-helped/): This afternoon, The Duchess of Cambridge is visiting patients and NHS emergency staff who assisted the injured following the London Bridge attack just over a week ago.
- [Trump's State Visit to the UK postponed until 'the British people welcome him'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/trumps-state-visit-uk-postponed-british-people-welcome/): Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK has been postponed, as the President does not want to visit amidst protests – but rather when the British people would welcome him.
- [Theresa May seeks Queen's permission to form government with DUP](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/theresa-may-seeks-queens-permission-form-government-dup/): Theresa May visited Buckingham Palace at lunchtime today, to ask for The Queen's permission to form a government after making a deal with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) of Northern Ireland.
- [New Japanese law will allow Emperor Akihito to abdicate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/new-japanese-law-will-allow-emperor-akihito-abdicate/): A new law has just been passed in Japan, which will allow Emperor Akihito to abdicate as he has requested.
- [Duchess of Cornwall 'knights' farmer with a leek at South of England Show](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-knights-grumpy-farmer-leek-south-england-show/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall attended the South of England Show in West Sussex earlier today - and ended up 'knighting' a farmer with a leek!
- [Prince Harry launches the countdown to the 2018 Invictus Games in Sydney](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-launches-countdown-2018-invictus-games-sydney/): Yesterday, Prince Harry launched the 500-day countdown to the 2018 Invictus Games in Sydney.
- [William commemorates the Battle of Messines Ridge in Belgium](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-commemorates-battle-messines-ridge-belgium/): The Duke of Cambridge today marked the centenary of the Battle of Messines Ridge at the Island of Ireland Peace Park near Ypres, honouring the Irish and Northern Irish soldiers who lost their lives.
- [Royal diary - latest engagements 5-11th June](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-5-11th-june-2017/): Let's take a look at this week's upcoming royal engagements.
- [Prince Harry plays Sentebale polo match in Singapore](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-plays-sentebale-polo-match-singapore/): On his way to Sydney, Prince Harry made a two-day stop in Singapore.
- [Queen visits Drapers’ Hall to mark 70 years since becoming a Freeman](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-visits-drapers-hall-mark-70-years-since-becoming-freeman/): The Queen attended a luncheon today, to mark the 70th anniversary of being admitted to the Freedom of the Drapers’ Company.
- [Harry's first garden party - Prince hosts reception for Not Forgotten Association](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harrys-first-garden-party-not-forgotten-association/): This afternoon, Prince Harry hosted his first garden party, with thousands associated with the Not Forgotten Association attending the event on the lawns of Buckingham Palace.
- [Prince Harry unveils UK's Invictus Games Team at the Tower of London](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-unveils-uks-invictus-games-team-tower-london/): At the Tower of London earlier this morning, Prince Harry unveiled the British team heading to the Invictus Games in Toronto later this year.
- [Queen Mother's home of Glamis Castle displaying her 1937 coronation robes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/stately-homes-and-houses/queen-mothers-home-glamis-castle-displaying-1937-coronation-robes/): A new exhibition of George VI and his family's coronation robes has just gone on display at The Queen Mother's childhood home of Glamis Castle.
- [Royal diary - upcoming engagements 29th May - 4th June](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-29th-may-4th-june/): It will be a relatively quiet week on the royal engagement front, with appearances mainly of The Queen, Prince Philip and Prince Harry in the royal diary.
- [Prince William attends the FA Cup final at Wembley & honours Manchester victims](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-attends-fa-cup-final-wembley-honours-manchester-victims/): On Saturday evening Prince William - a self-avowed Aston Villa fan - attended the FA Cup Final football match between Arsenal and Chelsea, in his role as President of the FA.
- [William wants to 'smash the taboo' of talking about feelings - plus new family photo in GQ!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-wants-to-smash-the-taboo-of-talking-about-feelings-plus-new-family-photo-in-gq-interview/): A new interview with Prince William has been published today by GQ; speaking to Alistair Campbell, The Duke of Cambridge continues the talk of mental health for Heads Together, with some new photos being published with the article too.
- [Camilla speaks of royal life, 'horrid' press harassment & loss of her brother in revealing interview](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-duchess-cornwall-speaks-royal-life-horrid-press-harassment-loss-brother-revealing-interview/): In an interview with the Mail on Sunday's You Magazine, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall has revealed so much about her experiences.
- [Duchess of Gloucester attends 35th Reunion of Falklands Frigate HMS Ardent Association](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duchess-gloucester-attends-35th-reunion-falklands-frigate-hms-ardent-association/): The Duchess of Gloucester has today attended the reunion of the Falklands Frigate HMS Ardent Association to remember the loss of HMS Ardent in 1982.
- [Trachoma has blinded 2 million people: The Countess of Wessex is on a mission to stop it](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/trachoma-blinded-2-million-people-countess-wessex-mission-stop/): On Wednesday, Sophie, Countess of Wessex wrote a piece for the Huffington Post regarding her work with trachoma, a contagious bacterial infection of the eye which often leads to blindness in lesser developed countries.
- [Prince Charles launches ICC Trophy at the Oval](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-charles-launches-icc-trophy-oval/): Earlier today, Prince Charles officially launched the International Cricket Council (ICC) Trophy at The Oval cricket ground in London, where he was joined by legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara.
- [Queen visits Manchester victims in hospital calling attack 'wicked' before Duchy visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-pays-unannounced-visit-to-manchester-victims-in-hospital-before-duchy-lancaster-visit/): The Queen made an unannounced visit to the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital today, to visit the victims of the Manchester attack, on the same day she made a visit Duchy of Lancaster properties in Staffordshire.
- [Duchess Camilla presents new colours during graduation parade at RAF Halton](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-camilla-presents-new-colours-graduation-parade-raf-halton/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall visited RAF Halton in Aylesbury yesterday, to present colours to new Air Force recruits and see the graduation parade.
- [Queen and Philip mark 100 years of the Order of the British Empire at St Paul's](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-mark-100-years-order-british-empire-st-pauls/): The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh today attended a service to mark 100 years of the Order of the British Empire at St Paul's Cathedral.
- [Garden party with Queen, Philip, Charles, Camilla & Eugenie with minute's silence for Manchester](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/garden-party-queen-philip-charles-camilla-eugenie-minutes-silence-manchester/): Earlier this afternoon, The Queen hosted the second garden party of the year at Buckingham Palace, joined by Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Camilla and Princess Eugenie.
- [Charles & William send sympathies to Manchester plus Europe in solidarity with flags at half-mast](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-william-sends-sympathies-manchester-plus-europe-solidarity-flags-half-mast/): Prince Charles and Prince William have sent their sympathies to Manchester, following last night's attack, just after The Queen sent hers.
- [Queen sends message of condolence following Manchester arena bombing](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-sends-message-condolence-following-manchester-arena-bombing/): The Queen has sent a message of condolence to the people of Manchester after an apparent suicide bomber detonated a device, just after a concert at the MEN arena last night.
- [Queen attends Chelsea Flower Show with Kate, Sophie, Edward, Beatrice & more](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-attends-chelsea-flower-show-kate-sophie-edward-beatrice/): The Queen was joined by a whole host of the Royal Family earlier this evening, as she attended the preview of the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show.
- [Tournament of Henry VIII's favourite sport Real Tennis to take place at Hampton Court](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/tournament-henry-viiis-favourite-sport-real-tennis-take-place-hampton-court-plus-joust/): One of the sports favoured by Henry VIII's is being brought back at Hampton Court Palace in July, as the Real Tennis Trophy is played on the palace's court.
- [Princess Anne calls General Assembly 'a place for reasoned & civilised debate' during week of Scottish engagements](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-calls-general-assembly-place-reasoned-civilised-debate-week-scottish-engagements/): Princess Anne is spending the week in Scotland, where she opened this year's General Assembly on behalf of The Queen.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 22-28th May](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-royal-family-22-28th-may/): Here is the Royal diary of upcoming engagements for the Royal Family: 22nd May: - The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh, will visit the Chelsea Flower Show at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, joined by The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester and Princess Alexandra.
- [Kate asks to 'shine a light on the dedicated staff' for children's hospice week](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-asks-shine-light-dedicated-staff-childrens-hospice-week/): The Duchess of Cambridge has released a video in support of Children's Hospice Week, which begins today, asking for us all to 'shine a light on the dedicated and inspirational staff' who support children with life-limiting conditions and their families.
- [George & Charlotte looked adorable at Pippa's wedding; plus guests Harry, Eugenie & Roger Federer!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/george-plus-guests-harry-eugenie-roger-federer/): The nuptials of Pippa Middleton took place in Berkshire today, with her nephew and niece, Prince George and Princess Charlotte playing starring roles in the wedding.
- [William and Harry present inaugural Legacy Diana Award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-present-inaugural-legacy-diana-award/): Prince William and Prince Harry hosted an awards ceremony at St James' Palace yesterday, awarding the inaugural Legacy Award to young people, as part of 'The Diana Award' scheme.
- [Infanta Sofia celebrates her first communion in Madrid with classmates](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/infanta-sofia-celebrates-first-communion-madrid-classmates/): On Wednesday, Infanta Sofia of Spain took her first communion with her classmates, joined by her family - including King Felipe and Queen Letizia, and the former King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia - and her godfather.
- [Spot the difference: the Household Divisions' uniforms](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/guards-regiments-uniforms-spot-the-difference/): The sight of guards posted outside royal palaces in and around London, dressed in their scarlet tunics and bearskin hats, is famous the world over, but do you know how to distinguish the Household Cavalry's five foot and two cavalry regiments in a mass of red and black?
- [Princess Royal helps celebrate anniversaries in the Borders](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-royal-helps-celebrate-anniversaries-borders/): The Princess Royal was in Cumbria yesterday, helping the University celebrate its 10th birthday, as well as Lochcarron tartan makers in Selkirk, Scotland, who were celebrating their 70th anniversary.
- [The Kings and Queens of England since 1066 & how to remember them](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/kings-queens-england-since-1066-remember/): In the almost-1000 year history of the Monarchy, Elizabeth II is the 41st Monarch to reign, and the 12th Sovereign of Great Britain.
- [The Duke of Gloucester has a busy day in Surrey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-gloucester-busy-day-surrey/): The Duke of Gloucester spent Tuesday in Surrey visiting a number of organisations - the Patchworking Garden Project, Connevans Limited, Epsom College and the restored Barn at the Royal Automobile Club.
- [Tour the Tower of in the dark & have spooky sleepover at Hampton Court this Halloween](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/tour-tower-dark-spooky-sleepover-hampton-court-halloween/): From touring the Tower of London after dark, to sleeping over at Hampton Court, Halloween is on its way to Historic Royal Palaces' sites, with plenty to keep history and horror fans alike entertained.
- [MPs approve first female statue for Parliament Square - Millicent Fawcett](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/historical-news/mps-approves-first-female-statue-parliament-square-millicent-fawcett/): Last night, MPs approved a bill to put a statue of suffragist Millicent Fawcett in Parliament Square, making her the first woman to be honoured in such a way.
- [Sophie's two day visit to Cornwall: farms, the coastguard and even some fish and chips!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophies-two-day-visit-cornwall-farms-coastguard-even-fish-chips/): The Countess of Wessex has spent two days in Cornwall, carrying out a full schedule of engagements.
- [Decriminalising drugs? William talks with recovering addicts & jokes he'll see midwife 'soon'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/decriminalising-drugs-william-talks-recovering-addicts-jokes-hell-see-midwife-soon/): During a visit to Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT) today, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge spoke about decriminalising drugs with recovering addicts helped by the charity.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 18-24th September](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-18-24th-september/): - The Duke of York will land in Australia to begin an 11-day tour.
- [Catherine joins 'You're never too young to talk' campaign for children's mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-joins-youre-never-young-talk-campaign-childrens-mental-health/): The Duchess of Cambridge has released a video in support of a new children's mental health campaign: You're never too young to talk'.
- [Prince Charles & Camilla attend the Battle of Britain memorial service at Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-attend-battle-britain-memorial-service-westminster-abbey/): The heir to the throne, The Prince of Wales, and his wife, Camilla, attended a service of Thanksgiving and Rededication of the Battle of Britain on Sunday.
- [William's touching visit to Aintree Hospital & prediction Charlotte 'will be trouble'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/williams-touching-visit-aintree-hospital-prediction-charlotte-will-trouble/): The Duke of Cambridge spent the day in Liverpool on Thursday, visiting Aintree Hospital, the Life Rooms community hub, and the Merseyside Sub-Aqua Club; Prince William showed true compassion as he spoke with a cancer patient, and predicted Princess Charlotte would be 'trouble' when she's older.
- [Harry goes into the Wildneress for conservation project](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-goes-wildneress-conservation-project/): Green space and conservation were the orders of the day for Prince Harry yesterday, as he visited the Chatham Green Project.
- [Duke of Kent visits Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster and York Mosque](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-kent-visits-jorvik-viking-centre-york-minster-york-mosque/): The Duke of Kent visited York's most famous landmarks yesterday, including the Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster and York Mosque.
- [Princess Alexandra visits HMS Warrior 1860 for 30th anniversary of its homecoming](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-alexandra-visits-hms-warrior-1860-30th-anniversary-homecoming/): Today, Princess Alexandra paid a visit to the HMS Warrior 1860, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the vessel's return to Portsmouth.
- [Prince Charles visits Westmorland County Show](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-visits-westmorland-county-show/): The Prince of Wales today attended the Westmorland County Show, once again showing his support for British agriculture.
- [Sophie visits Shanklin Chine, hospice and CECAMM on a busy day in the Isle of Wight](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-visits-shanklin-chine-hospice-cecamm-busy-day-isle-wight/): The Countess of Wessex had a busy schedule today as she visited the Isle of Wight, heading to Shanklin Chine,the Earl Mountbatten Hospice and a new Centre of Excellence for Composites, Advances Manufacturing and Marine (CECAMM).
- [Woman arrested trying to break into Prince George's school](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/woman-arrested-trying-break-prince-georges-school/): A woman has been arrested as she tried to enter Thomas' Battersea, the primary school that Prince George attends.
- [Teenage Cancer Trust unit celebrates 2nd birthday with Eugenie & Sarah](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/teenage-cancer-trust-unit-celebrates-2nd-birthday-eugenie-sarah/): Princess Eugenie and Sarah, Duchess of York visited the Teenage Cancer Trust unit at Alder Hey Children's Hospital today, to celebrate their 2nd birthday.
- [Assay Office & local temple visit plus BEM Investiture in Birmingham for Duke of Gloucester](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/assay-office-local-temple-visit-plus-bem-investiture-birmingham-duke-gloucester/): The Duke of Gloucester spent the day in Birmingham yesterday, visiting the Assay Office, attended a British Empire Medal investiture, as well as visiting Shree Geeta Bhawan Temple, to celebrate their 50th anniversary.
- [Prince William views supers cars that 'George would love' & meets football sexual abuse victims](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-views-supers-cars-george-love-meets-football-sexual-abuse-charity/): The Duke of Cambridge visited the McLaren production facility in Woking today where he saw many of the super car manufacturers top models, and also met with Sporting Chance charity, which is helping victims of the sexual abuse in football.
- [Sophie & Sarah trade on the phones for annual BGC Charity Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/sophie-sarah-trade-phones-annual-bgc-charity-day/): Yesterday, The Countess of Wessex attended the 13th annual BGC Charity day, an event honouring the 658 employees of BGC Partners who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks.
- [Royal diary: upcoming royal engagements 11-17th September](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-royal-engagements-11-17th-september/): The royal diary slowly begins to fill up with new engagements; it certainly seems like Prince William and Harry are increasing their workload.
- [The Crown Chronicles wants your opinions! Take the survey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/uncategorized/crown-chronicles-wants-opinions-take-survey/): We need to know what you, our readers, like and don't, so that we can improve.
- [Charles & Camilla continue Scottish visit with a 'smashing' boat-naming ceremony](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-continue-scottish-visit-smashing-boat-naming-ceremony/): The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay had a 'smashing' time yesterday, as they continued their visit to Scotland; Camilla started the day at the official naming ceremony of the HMS Prince of Wales in her role as Lady Sponsor, before the couple carried out separate engagements, including a visit to the House of Bruar for the Duchess, and Charles heading to the Scottish Lime Centre Trust.
- [Prince Edward unveils firefighter training complex & visits Midlands outdoor adventure centre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-edward-unveils-new-firefighter-training-complex-visits-midlands-adventure-centre/): The Earl of Wessex visited the Midlands today, where he proved his love for the great outdoors, by visiting students working on their Duke of Edinburgh award.
- [Harry's first visit to Northern Ireland: peace process, ambulance station & garden party](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harrys-first-visit-northern-ireland-peace-process-ambulance-station-garden-party/): It was Prince Harry's first visit to Northern Ireland yesterday, where he focussed on the emergency services and young people, before attending a garden party.
- [England U20 football team reception after taking George to school for Prince William](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-hosts-englands-u20-football-world-champions-taking-george-school/): During a momentous day for his family, The Duke of Cambridge today hosted a reception for the England under 20 football team, who were crowned world champions during the summer.
- [Charles and Camilla drive a fire engine & have a dance at Dumfries](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-drive-fire-engine-dance-dumfries/): Prince Charles and Camilla, Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, today visited Emergency One (E1), an emergency supply company, hosted a tea party at Dumfries House and visited a community garden.
- [William takes Prince George to first day of primary school](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-takes-prince-george-first-day-primary-school/): The Duke of Cambridge did what many parents have done this week - accompanying their child to school for the first time.
- [Charles & Camilla host Classic FM for 25th anniversary from Dumfries House](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-host-classic-fm-25th-anniversary-dumfries-house/): To celebrate the 25th birthday of the radio station Classic FM, Prince Charles and Camilla hosted the a live broadcast at Dumfries House today.
- [William & Harry meet Grenfell Tower fire victims helped by Royal Foundation project](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-meet-grenfell-tower-fire-victims-helped-royal-foundation-project/): Earlier today, Prince William and Prince Harry met with victims of the Grenfell Tower fire to see how they were doing, also highlighting a project to assist them run by the Royal Foundation.
- [William speaks about baby news and mental health at policing conference in Oxford](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-speaks-baby-news-mental-health-policing-conference-oxford/): Today, Prince William attended the National Mental Health and Policing Conference in Oxford, his first engagement since yesterday's announcement that he and wife Catherine are expecting their third child.
- [Meghan Markle interview: Harry and I are 'really happy and in love'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/meghan-markle-interview-harry-i-really-happy-love/): Prince Harry's girlfriend, Meghan Markle, has spoken out about her relationship with the Prince in an interview with Vanity Fair, saying the pair are in love.
- [William & Kate win damages for French publication of topless photos](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-win-damages-french-publication-topless-photos/): The lawsuit The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge brought against French media for the publication of topless photos has been decided, with the judge granting the couple €100,000.
- [The Queen - joined by 'retired' Philip - opens new Queensferry Crossing](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-joined-retired-philip-opens-new-queensferry-crossing/): The Queen attended the opening of the Queensferry Crossing in Edinburgh, accompanied by her husband, The Duke of Edinburgh, earlier today; the visit came just over an hour after the announcement that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their third child.
- [King announces name of Carl Philip and Sofia's son](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-announces-name-carl-philip-sofias-son/): In a cabinet meeting this morning, King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden announced his newest grandson's name on behalf of Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia: Gabriel.
- [Royal diary – latest engagements 4-10th September](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-4-10th-september/): Slowly, the Royal Family is getting back to work after a summer break. See what this week has in store for them.
- [BREAKING - third child on the way for William & Kate #royalbaby](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/breaking-third-child-way-william-kate-royalbaby/): It has just been announced that William and Catherine, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting another baby, a third child for the family.
- [Girl, 5, writes to Queen asking to keep swan as pet - receives brilliant response](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/girl-5-writes-queen-asking-keep-swan-pet-receives-brilliant-response/): A young girl of five has written to The Queen, asking if she could borrow a swan for the weekend, to keep as a pet - and she received a wonderful response from Buckingham Palace.
- [Man arrested at palace with sword meant to go to Windsor Castle - but ended up at pub](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/man-sword-arrested-palace-meant-go-windsor-castle-ended-up-at-pub/): The man, who used a sword against police outside Buckingham Palace last week, appeared in court yesterday, with evidence revealing he originally wanted to go to Windsor Castle - but his SatNav made a mistake.
- [The legacy of Diana, Princess of Wales, on 20th anniversary of her death](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/legacy-diana-princess-wales-20th-anniversary-death/): On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of Diana, Princess of Wales' death, we take a look at the legacy she left behind in the form of her charity work, her sons and impact on the Royal Family.
- [Another son for Princess Sofia and Prince Carl Philip](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/another-son-princess-sofia-prince-carl-philip/): There's another royal baby on the scene, after Princess Sofia of Sweden gave birth this morning.
- [William & Harry lay flowers for Diana after rainy garden tribute visit with Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-harry-lay-flowers-diana-rainy-garden-tribute-visit-kate/): On the eve of the 20th anniversary of Diana, Princess of Wales' death, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry visited the White Garden tribute to her at Kensington Palace, before the brothers laid some of the public's flowers on the palace gates.
- [Saved: Victoria's wedding coronet to go on display at the V&A](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-victorians/saved-victorias-wedding-coronet-go-display-va/): It was thought that Queen Victoria's wedding coronet was set to leave the UK in the hands of a foreign buyer last year, as the piece went to auction; thankfully, however, the circlet has been saved and is to go on display at the V&A museum.
- [Princess Madeleine and Chris announce their pregnancy news](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/princess-madeleine-pregnant-chris-announce-pregnancy-news/): Today, Princess Madeleine of Sweden announced that she is pregnant, expecting her third child with husband, Chris O'Neill.
- [Man with knife attacks two police officers outside Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/man-knife-attacks-two-police-officers-outside-buckingham-palace/): A man has been arrested outside Buckingham Palace after wielding a knife and using it to attacking police.
- [So, what does Princess Eugenie think of Netflix's 'The Crown'?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-eugenie-think-netflixs-crown/): Princess Eugenie has admitted that she has watched some of the popular Netflix series, The Crown, and shared her opinion of it in an interview with Hello!
- [Prince William to appear in anorexia documentary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-to-appear-in-anorexia-documentary-wasting-away-the-truth-about-anorexia/): In a documentary for Channel 4, The Duke of Cambridge is to continue the royal fight against the stigma of mental health, by talking about anorexia.
- [Spanish Armada ring given by Elizabeth I up for auction](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-tudors/spanish-armada-ring-given-elizabeth-i-auction/): A ring that is believed to have been gifted by Elizabeth I to one of her senior naval officers following the defeat of the Spanish Armada, is to go on sale in a few weeks.
- [Remains of Greenwich Palace found under Old Royal Naval College](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/remains-greenwich-palace-found-underneath-old-royal-naval-college/): Beneath the Painted Hall of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, the birthplace of Henry VIII, Mary I and Elizabeth I has been found: Greenwich Palace.
- [King Felipe leads Spain in minute of silence after Barcelona terrorist attack](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-felipe-leads-spain-minute-silence-barcelona-terrorist-attack/): This afternoon, King Felipe was in Barcelona, leading his country in a minute's silence to mark the terrorist attack which occurred yesterday in Las Ramblas, at the heart of the city.
- [Charles & William spend evening enjoying Edinburgh Tattoo](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-william-spend-evening-enjoying-edinburgh-tattoo/): The Royal Military Edinburgh Tattoo had two royal guests on Wednesday evening, as Prince Charles and Prince William attended the event together.
- [Debo Devonshire: Mitford girl to Duchess](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/debo-devonshire-mitford-girl-duchess/): In our second piece on the 'Palace of the Peaks', Chatsworth House, we look at the life of the late Dowager Duchess, Deborah - or 'Debo' as she was known during her remarkable 94 years.
- [Jordanian & Luxembourger Royals see sons graduate at Sandhurst Sovereign's Parade](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/kind-abdullah-jordanian-grand-duke-henri-luxembourger-royals-see-sons-graduate-sandhurst-sovereigns-parade/): There was a strong royal presence at the Sovereign's Parade at Sandhurst on Friday, as Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan and Prince Sébastien of Luxembourg graduated from the prestigious military academy.
- [El Palacio Real de Madrid: the most beautiful palace in Europe?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/el-palacio-real-de-madrid-beautiful-palace-europe/): There are some who say that Madrid's royal palace (or Palacio Real) is the most beautiful royal palace in Europe.
- [Is The Queen facing massive post-Brexit losses?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-facing-massive-post-brexit-losses/): UK-headquartered companies are not the only ones who are currently experiencing hurdles after the country’s decision to leave the European Union.
- [Anne attends Edinburgh Military Tattoo rehearsals; Wessexes attend performance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/anne-attends-edinburgh-military-tattoo-rehearsals-wessexes-attend-performance/): The Princess Royal attended rehearsals for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh's Redford Barracks on 2nd August.
- [New £5 coin marks Philip's retirement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/new-5-coin-marks-philips-retirement/): The Duke of Edinburgh’s retirement from royal duties has been marked with the launch of a special commemorative £5 coin.
- [Prince Charles pleases crowds with art and beer in Caithness](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-pleases-crowds-art-beer-caithness/): Prince Charles visited a fishing boat, a seafood restaurant, an art show and a brewery on his tour of Caithness.
- [Charles joins William and Kate for day two of WWI commemorations at Tyne Cot](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-wales-joins-duke-duchess-cambridge-day-two-commemorations/): Day two in Belgium saw The Prince of Wales join The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to attend commemorations at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's Tyne Cot Cemetery, marking the centenary of the first day of Passchendaele.
- [The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge join Belgian Royals at Ypres](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-join-belgian-royals-ypres-passchendale/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are visiting Belgium for a two-day visit to attend commemorations marking the centenary of the first day of Passchendaele, the third Battle of Ypres.
- [Anne in the Scottish Islands to open Harris Tweed mill & NLV Pharos lighthouse](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/anne-scottish-islands-open-harris-tweed-mill-nlv-pharos-lighthouse/): The Princess Royal today visited the Isle of Lewis and Harris to open a new extension to the Harris Tweed Mill and the NLV Pharos lighthouse off the west coast of Scotland.
- [William's 'profound respect' for emergency services on last day of air ambulance piloting](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/williams-profound-respect-emergency-services-last-day-air-ambulance-piloting/): Today marks Prince William's last shift as an air ambulance pilot, and he has released a statement about his time with the charity, in which he mentions his 'profound respect' for the emergency services.
- [Charles & Camilla head to Sandringham for flower show](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-head-sandringham-flower-show/): Prince Charles and Camilla visited Sandringham for the flower show today, buying some local handmade products and perusing the floral displays.
- [Swedish Royals send summer greetings with new photo](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/swedish-royals-send-summer-greetings-new-photo/): The Swedish Royal Family have released a photo of them on holiday, to send 'summer greetings' to the public.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 24th July - 5th August](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-24th-july-5th-august/): As most of the Royal Family take a break from engagements in August, there are far fewer new events to report. This covers the next fortnight.
- [#RoyalVisitGermany: Kate conducts orchestra & William recognises yacht Britannia in Hamburg](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royalvisitgermany-kate-conducts-orchestra-william-recognises-yacht-britannia-hamburg/): On the last day of William and Kate's visit to Germany, the couple spent time in Hamburg; The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge paid a visit to the Maritime Museum, the Elbphilarmonie Concert Hall, and then the Airbus HQ, where Prince George and Princess Charlotte joined them, before leaving germany for the UK.
- [New photo for Prince George's 4th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/new-photo-prince-georges-4th-birthday/): On the eve of his fourth birthday, Kensington Palace have released a new photo of Prince George.
- [Charles & Camilla in Cornwall - day 3: church service, charity representatives & air ambulance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-cornwall-day-3-church-service-charity-representatives-air-ambulance/): Today Prince Charles and Camilla continued their tour of Cornwall, meeting some of Camilla's Cornish patronages at Tregunnel Hill, attended service at St Protus and St Hyacinth Church, visited a local village hub, and Trevithick Down to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Air Ambulance Trust's foundation.
- [Day 2 of #RoyalVisitGermany - Will beats Kate in boat race plus pretzel making in Heidelberg!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/day-2-royalvisitgermany-will-beats-kate-boat-race-plus-pretzel-making-heidelberg/): Continuing their three-day visit to Germany, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge travelled to Heidelberg, where there was some couple's rivalry in a boat race, pretzel making and then a formal reception back in the capital.
- [Diana's desk on show in tribute at Buckingham Palace's summer opening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/dianas-desk-show-tribute-buckingham-palaces-summer-opening/): The summer of 2017 marks 20 years since the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, and in a small tribute to her, Buckingham Palace is displaying her desk and some personal items to remember her work as a member of the Royal Family.
- [Newcastle University apologise to almuni Eugenie for Prof's claim her status got her in to uni](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/newcastle-university-apologise-almuni-princess-eugenie-profs-claim-status-got-uni/): Newcastle University has apologised to Princess Eugenie of York, after one of its professors claimed she was only given a place on her university course because of her status as The Queen's granddaughter.
- [William and Kate celebrate Queen's 91st with garden party in Berlin #RoyalVisitGermany](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-celebrate-queens-91st-garden-party-berlin-royalvisitgermany/): Last night, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended a garden party at the British Ambassador's residence in Berlin to celebrate The Queen's 91st birthday this year.
- [Queen and Philip mark 150th anniversary of confederation at Canada House](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-philip-mark-150th-anniversary-confederation-canada-house/): Yesterday, The Queen and Prince Philip visited Canada House - the nation's High Commission - in London to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the confederation of Canada, where Her Majesty is also Head of State.
- [Prince Harry attends fundraising dinner to install statue for navy's diving & mine teams](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-attends-fundraising-dinner-install-statue-navys-diving-mine-teams/): Prince Harry has attended a reception with charity organisers who are raising funds to install a statue in Portsmouth, honouring Royal Navy diving and mine disposal teams.
- [Charles and Camilla's busy day: Cornish food & Highgrove cake](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camillas-busy-day-cornish-food-highgrove-cake/): Charles and Camilla carried out both separate and joint engagements today as they kicked off their three-day visit to Devon and Cornwall.
- [Anne's day in Swindon: Hearing Dogs & charity-happy IT company](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/annes-day-swindon-hearing-dogs-charity-happy-company/): The Princess Royal visited a number of charities in Swindon and Princes Risborough yesterday, plus a company that frequently raises money to donate.
- [Cambridges arrive in Germany - William & Kate meet with Angela Merkel and street children](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/cambridges-arrive-germany-william-kate-meet-angela-merkel-street-children/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, along with their two children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, touched down in Berlin earlier today, after a busy schedule of engagements in Poland over the past few days.
- [The Cambridges visit concentration camp & local treats #RoyalVisitPoland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/cambridges-visit-concentration-camp-day-royalvisitpoland/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge today visited the Polish city of Gdansk as their European tour continues, with stops at a concentration camp, the Shakespeare theatre and the museum for the European Solidarity Movement for William and Kate.
- [Camilla: Prince Charles impersonates Harry Potter characters at bedtime](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-prince-charles-impersonates-harry-potter-characters-bedtime/): The Duchess of Cornwall has revealed that her five grandchildren enjoy nothing more than listening to Prince Charles read them Harry Potter stories at bedtime.
- [William, Kate, George & Charlotte touch down in Warsaw to begin #RoyalVisitPoland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-george-charlotte-touch-poland-begin-royalvisitpoland/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrived in Warsaw this afternoon, along with their two children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, to begin the five day tour which will see the family visit Poland and Germany.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 17-23rd July](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-17-23rd-july/): A Polish and German tour for William and Kate, Prince Charles and Camilla are heading to Cornwall and The Queen celebrating 150 years of Canada.
- [Royal rewind: the House of Windsor is born](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/royal-rewind-beginning-of-house-windsor-name-change-1917/): Today in 1917, the House of Windsor was born.
- [New photo by Testino to mark Camilla's 70th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/new-photo-testino-mark-camillas-70th-birthday/): Clarence House released a new photo of Prince Charles and Camilla, to celebrate her 70th birthday tomorrow.
- [Royals join a host of famous faces to watch the Men's Final at Wimbledon](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royals-join-host-famous-faces-watch-mens-final-wimbledon/): The Duke of Kent was joined by The Duchess of Gloucester and The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today, to watch Roger Federer defeat Marin Cilic in the men's singles final.
- [Sophie visits the Royal Windsor Summer Show with son James](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-wessex-visits-royal-windsor-summer-show/): The Countess of Wessex visited Windsor to open the Royal Windsor Summer Show, accompanied by son James, yesterday.
- [Princess Anne visits Exeter's Riding for the Disabled and Plymouth Marine Laboratory](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-visits-exeters-riding-disabled-plymouth-marine-laboratory/): Exeter's Riding for the Disabled branch received a royal visit from Princess Anne yesterday, celebrating their 50th birthday, before she visited Plymouth's Marine Laboratory.
- [Prince Charles celebrates North Wales enterprise and RAF skill](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-celebrates-north-wales-enterprise-raf-skill/): Prince Charles spent a busy day in the north of the principality as his week in Wales continued - with a brief interlude joining in with the Spanish State Visit and his wife's birthday garden party.
- [Princess Anne joins Felipe & Letizia at Guildhall dinner - gives elegant curtsy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-joins-felipe-letizia-guildhall-dinner-gives-elegant-curtsy/): Princess Anne gave The King and Queen of Spain a royal welcome yesterday, as she greeted them both with a deep curtsey upon their arrival at a Guildhall Banquet.
- [William scores against England players during send-off reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-scores-england-players-send-off-reception/): Showing off his fancy footwork, Prince William scored against one of England's midfielders, as he bid the women's football team goodbye ahead of the European Championship.
- [Garden reception to celebrate Camilla's 70th at Clarence House](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/garden-reception-celebrate-camillas-70th-clarence-house/): The Duchess of Cornwall threw open the gates to Clarence House garden yesterday, hosting a shindig to celebrate her upcoming 70th birthday.
- [Duchess of Cambridge sees new blue whale at National History Museum launch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-sees-new-blue-whale-national-history-museum-launch/): The Duchess of Cambridge tonight attended the launch of the re-imagined Hintze Hall at the National History Museum, after Dippy the Dinosaur's departure; here, Kate told guests how much George and Charlotte love nature.
- [Former astronaut Julie Payette to become Canada's next Governor General](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/former-astronaut-julie-payette-become-canadas-next-governor-general/): Former Canadian astronaut Julie Payette is to become Canada's 29th Governor General, Her Majesty's representative in the realm.
- [Harry accompanies Felipe and Letizia on a tour of Westminster Abbey](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-accompanies-felipe-letizia-tour-westminster-abbey/): Today, Prince Harry accompanied the Spanish King and Queen on a tour of Westminster Abbey, where Felipe laid a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior.
- [Queen and Prince Philip open the new Met Police headquarters](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-prince-philip-open-new-met-police-headquarters/): After postponing the visit due to the Westminster attack, today The Queen and Prince Philip officially opened the new headquarters of the London Metropolitan Police, New Scotland Yard, on Victoria Embankment.
- [Royals dazzle at State Banquet - William Kate, Harry, Andrew, Edward, Sophie, Anne join the table](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royals-dazzle-state-banquet-william-kate-harry-andrew-edward-sophie-anne-join-table/): Tonight, the British Royal Family held a lavish state banquet to close the first day of The King and Queen of Spain's state visit.
- [Felipe says Brexit 'saddens' Spain & 'acceptable agreement' can be found for Gibraltar](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-felipe-says-brexit-saddens-spain-acceptable-agreement-can-found-gibraltar/): In an address to Parliament today at the beginning of his British State Visit, King Felipe of Spain has said Brexit saddens him and his people, and that an 'acceptable agreement' for all could be found for the contentious issue of Gibraltar's sovereignty.
- [Spanish State Visit: Queen, Philip, Charles & Camilla welcome Felipe & Letizia at Horseguards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/spanish-state-visit-queen-philip-charles-camilla-welcome-felipe-letizia-horseguards/): The Spanish State Visit began today, as The Queen welcomed King Felipe and Queen Letizia to London at Horseguards Parade, joined by Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Camilla.
- [70 books for 70 schools: Camilla's literary-themed birthday celebrations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/70-books-70-schools-camillas-literary-themed-birthday-celebrations/): A garden party was hosted by The Duchess of Cornwall at Clarence House yesterday, attended by schoolchildren and famous children's authors to celebrate a scheme called 'Duchess Bookshelves'.
- [Queen at Sir Joseph Hotung Gallery opening at the British Museum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-sir-joseph-hotung-gallery-opening-british-museum/): There might have been a sense of deja vu for The Queen yesterday, as she reopened the Sir Joseph Hotung Gallery of China and South Asia at the British Museum, 25 years after she first opened it.
- [Countess Sophie pets a pink sheep at Agrifest South West](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-sophie-pets-pink-sheep-agrifest-south-west/): Today, The Countess of Wessex was in attendance at Agrifest South West, which was held in Westpoint, Exeter.
- [Duchess of Cambridge hears how schools can tackle mental health issues at teachers' Forum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-hears-how-schools-can-tackle-mental-health-issues-at-london-forum-place2be/): The Duchess of Cambridge attended a forum in London today, to hear how schools can tackle mental health issues.
- [Impact study of Toronto Invictus Games: raised awareness & support for veterans](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/impact-study-toronto-invictus-games-raised-awareness-support-veterans/): Following the hugely successful Toronto Invictus Games in September, the organisation has released the findings of an impact study, showing that Canadians are now more aware and understanding of injured veterans and their plight.
- [Army photographer Rupert Frere talks to The Crown Chronicles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/army-photographer-rupert-frere-talks-crown-chronicles/): A face we rarely see, but through whose eyes we often look, is one of the Army's photographers, Staff Sergeant Rupert Frere.
- [Duchess Kate attends gala dinner for children's mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-attends-gala-dinner-childrens-mental-health-kensington-palace/): Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attended a gala dinner at Kensington Palace last night, held in honour of the Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families (AFNCCF).
- [Guide to attending Remembrance Sunday at The Cenotaph](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/guide-attending-remembrance-sunday-cenotaph/): Remembrance Sunday takes place this weekend, the day on which the nation comes together to commemorate the sacrifice made by British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in the two World Wars and later conflicts.
- [Prince William warns children are being 'tested more than ever' at SkillForce Gala](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-warns-children-tested-ever-skillforce-gala/): Prince William has warned that school children are facing 'considerable' pressure, and are being 'tested more than ever', during a speech at a gala in aid of the Children's Trust and SkillForce last night.
- [Royal diary: latest royal engagements 6-12th November](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-6-12th-november/): Remembrance Sunday this weekend will see Prince Charles lay The Queen's wreath as she watches from the balcony.
- [Princess Anne unveils stone for 100 years of women’s Royal Navy service in Portsmouth](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-unveils-stone-100-years-womens-royal-naval-service-portsmouth-cathedral/): The Princess Royal attended a Service of Thanksgiving today, to mark the centenary of the Women’s Royal Naval Service, in her capacity as patron of the group.
- [The forgotten Boleyn sister - Mary Boleyn](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/forgotten-boleyn-sister-mary-boleyn/): We're pretty sure you have heard of Anne Boleyn, Queen of England.
- [Prince William attends Metropolitan Police passing out parade](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-attends-metropolitan-police-passing-parade/): Today, the Duke of Cambridge attended the Metropolitan Police's traditional passing out parade, which marked the graduation of 182 recruits from the academy.
- [Prince William at Tusk gala: population growth threatens wildlife](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-tusk-gala-population-growth-threatens-wildlife/): The Duke of Cambridge has attended a gala dinner at Roundhouse in London, as royal patron of the wildlife conservation charity, Tusk.
- [Charles and Camilla stop off in Brunei on their way to Malaysia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-stop-off-brunei-way-malaysia/): After three days in Singapore, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall paid a whirlwind visit to Brunei on their way to Malaysia.
- [Prince Harry's two days in Chicago: powerful young people & pizza](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harrys-two-days-chicago-powerful-young-people-pizza/): Prince Harry joined friends Barack and Michelle Obama in Chicago earlier this week, at the inaugural summit of the Obama Foundation as a headline speaker.
- [Day 3 in Singapore: orchids, vacuuming & painting for Prince Charles & Camilla](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/day-3-singapore-orchids-vacuuming-painting-prince-charles-camilla/): The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall began their third day in Singapore at a local market, before Camilla had a go at painting, and Prince Charles - vacuuming!
- [Countess of Wessex in Somerset: Primary School opening, community centre & autism research](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-wessex-somerset-primary-school-opening-community-centre-autism-research/): Sophie, Countess of Wessex has had a busy day in the Southwest of England.
- ['I could turn to Princess Margaret': Susannah Constantine found her 'very kind'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/i-turn-princess-margaret-susannah-constantine-found-kind/): Fashion advisor Susannah Constantine spoke of her relationship with Princess Margaret in the 1980s, saying The Queen's sister was someone she 'could turn to' as her mother battled manic depression.
- [Second day in Singapore for Charles and Camilla](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/second-day-singapore-charles-camilla/): The second day of Prince Charles and Camilla's visit to Singapore saw the royal couple officially welcomed to the country, with a wreath-laying and meeting with the President.
- [Princess Anne visits Trinity House, RAF Benson and attends Equestrian Awards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-visits-trinity-house-raf-benson-attends-equestrian-awards/): Yesterday, Princess Anne had a busy day of engagements, visiting Trinity House in her role as Master of the Corporation of Trinity House, before she travelled to RAF Benson to mark the 35th anniversary of the Joint Helicopter Support Squadron.
- [Princess Alexandra opens new wing at Care for Veterans](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-alexandra-opens-new-wing-care-veterans/): Princess Alexandra opened a new wing at Care for Veterans in Worthing, West Sussex, yesterday.
- [Wimbledon youth tennis session for Duchess Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/wimbledon-youth-tennis-session-duchess-kate/): Today was The Duchess of Cambridge's first scheduled engagement after her pregnancy announcement, and she was in good spirits as she took part in a tennis session at Wimbledon.
- [Pride of Britain: heroic 4-year-old inspires William to teach George how to dial 999](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/pride-britain-heroic-4-year-old-inspires-william-teach-george-dial-999/): The Duke of Cambridge yesterday evening attended the Pride of Britain awards to honour some of the most heroic people and acts of 2017.
- [Charles and Camilla kick off tour with visit to Singapore](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-kick-off-tour-visit-singapore/): Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall began their tour of Singapore today, kicking off an 11-day tour which will also see them visit Malaysia, Brunei and India.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 30th October - 5th November](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-30th-october-5th-november/): More travel in eastern Europe for The Earl of Wessex, while Prince Charles and Camilla are in Asia, and Prince Harry is heading to Chicago.
- [Details of Queen's security found on memory stick in street](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/details-queens-security-found-memory-stick-street/): A member of the public found a memory stick in the street, only to find details of security for The Queen upon it.
- [Margaret Beaufort - matriarch of the Tudor Dynasty](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/margaret-beaufort-matriarch-tudor-dynasty/): Margaret Beaufort - an often overlooked and forgotten figure - played a large part in the process of making England the country it is today.
- [Olivia Colman to play Queen in 'The Crown' after Claire Foy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/film-tv-books/media/olivia-colman-play-queen-crown-claire-foy/): It has been announced that Olivia Colman is to take over from Claire Foy in portraying The Queen for Netflix's drama, 'The Crown'.
- [Princess Anne & Sir Tim in Madagascar: mission to save endangered birds](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-annes-mission-save-endangered-birds-4-day-visit-madagascar/): Princess Anne has concluded a four day trip to Madagascar, where she carried out a number of engagements, including opening a new centre to help save endangered species of bird.
- [Danish pastries & rekindled Invictus 'bromance' for Prince Harry's second day in Denmark](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-rekindles-invictus-bromance-second-day-denmark/): Prince Harry spent a second day in Denmark today with visits to a Danish bakery, a pioneering school and to meet service personnel and veterans who competed in the Invictus Games for Denmark a few weeks ago.
- [Duke of Kent honours British heroes of Telemark in Norway](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-kent-honours-british-heroes-telemark-norway/): The Duke of Kent has completed a two-day visit to Norway as President of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, to mark the sacrifice made by the British armed forces in 'Operation Freshman'.
- [Prince Charles' passionate plea to save the rainforest at Lancaster House conference](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-passionate-plea-save-rainforest-lancaster-house-conference/): A meeting on deforestation took place at Lancaster House today, hosted by the International Sustainability Unit (ISU) and Unilever; the meeting was attended by Prince Charles, in his capacity as founder of the ISU.
- [Harry's #RoyalVisitDenmark - audience with Queen Margrethe and meeting youth groups](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harrys-royalvisitdenmark-audience-queen-margrethe-meeting-youth-groups/): Prince Harry arrived in Denmark this morning for the first of his two-day visit to the Scandinavian Kingdom, where he met with Queen Margrethe and visited youth causes in Copenhagen.
- [Prince of Wales praises British Red Cross volunteers' 'true compassion'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-wales-praises-british-red-cross-volunteers-true-compassion/): The Prince of Wales held a reception at St James's Palace yesterday, to thank volunteers from the British Red Cross for their work in the aftermath of terrorist attacks and the Grenfell fire earlier this year.
- [Princess Alexandra's busy day in the northeast of England](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-alexandras-busy-day-northeast-england/): Princess Alexandra had a series of engagements in the northeast of England today, visiting a hospice, a museum and a community charitable organisation.
- [Prince Charles joins Queen to name new drum horse of Household Cavalry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-joins-queen-name-new-drum-horse-household-cavalry/): In a rare mother-son outing today, The Queen was joined by Prince Charles to meet the Household Cavalry's newest drum horse.
- [BBC 2's Elizabeth I's Secret Agents - a review](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/bbc-2s-elizabeth-secret-agents-review/): The BBC aired the first of its new series last night documenting the so-called "secret agents" who worked to protect Elizabeth I, Europe's most powerful Head of State, and undermine the Catholics plotting to assassinate her in England and wider Europe.
- [Prince Harry thanks Veterans UK staff, toasts marshmallows & reopens village hall in Lancashire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-thanks-veterans-uk-staff-toasts-marshmallows-reopens-village-hall-lancashire/): Prince Harry visited Lancashire today, where he thanked the staff of Veterans UK for their 'amazing work'.
- [The Queen visits HMS Sutherland for ship's 20th anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-visits-hms-sutherland-ships-20th-anniversary/): Today, The Queen was in London to visit the HMS Sutherland at West India docks and mark the warship's 20th anniversary.
- [Royal diary: latest royal engagements 23-29th October](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-23-29th-october/): Princess Anne will be in Madagascar this week, while The Duke of Kent heads to Norway, Prince Harry Denmark, and The Earl of Wessex to the Czech Republic.
- [Sinn Fein Mayor refuses to meet Prince Charles during visit to flood-affected Londonderry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/sinn-fein-mayor-refuses-meet-prince-charles-visit-flood-affected-londonderry/): During a surprise visit to Northern Ireland on Friday, The Prince of Wales spent time with flood-affected communities of Londonderry, following the summer's high rainfall.
- [Prince William in emotional #onemoreminute campaign for Child Bereavement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-emotional-onemoreminute-campaign-child-bereavement/): In an emotional new fundraising campaign video for Child Bereavement UK, Prince William is asking the public to donate to the organisation, which supports bereaved families.
- [Duke of Gloucester sees Project Pilgrim progress at Gloucester cathedral](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/uncategorized/duke-gloucester-sees-project-pilgrim-progress-gloucester-cathedral/): The Duke of Gloucester visited the cathedral of his Dukedom yesterday (Gloucester Cathedral) to see progress on phase two of its Project Pilgrim, in autumnal drizzle.
- [Queen reunited with her race horse at 70th anniversary of King's Troop](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-reunited-race-horse-70th-anniversary-kings-troop-royal-horse-artillery/): Earlier today The Queen arrived at a drizzly Hyde Park to inspect the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery regiment, on the 70th anniversary of their establishment.
- [Duchess of Cornwall and Malaysian Sultan open new Oxford University building](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-malaysian-sultan-open-new-oxford-university-building/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has opened a new building at Oxford University - the Sultan Nazrin Shah Centre - assisted by a Malaysian Sultan, after whom the building was named.
- [William, Kate & Harry at Coach Core graduation](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-coach-core-sports-activities-graduation/): In a second surprise appearance from The Duchess of Cambridge this week, she joined William and Harry at a Coach Core event today, which involved sports activities - with Royals joining in - and a graduation ceremony.
- [Camilla awards Man Booker Prize & hosts reception for Royal Voluntary Service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-awards-man-booker-prize-hosts-reception-royal-voluntary-service/): The Duchess of Cornwall yesterday hosted a reception to celebrate the launch of a campaign for the Royal Voluntary Service, before turning up the glamour as Camilla presented the Man Booker Prize.
- [Kensington Palace announces baby due date - plus Norway & Sweden tour for William & Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kensington-palace-announces-baby-due-date-plus-norway-sweden-tour-william-kate/): Kensington Palace has just announced the due date of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's third child, and have announced that William and Kate will tour of Scandinavia.
- [Evening with WellChild award winners for Prince Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/evening-wellchild-award-winners-prince-harry/): At the annual WellChild Awards last night, Prince Harry spent time with seriously ill youngsters at the Royal Lancaster Hotel.
- [Dancing Duchess: Kate dances with Paddington as she joins William & Harry for charities forum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/dancing-duchess-kate-dances-paddington-joins-william-harry-charities-forum/): The Duchess of Cambridge made a surprise appearance alongside her husband and brother-in-law for a special train station visit today: Prince William and Prince Harry's attendance at the engagement had been previously announced for the Charities Forum event at Paddington Station, but Kate unexpectedly joined them, much to everyone's delight.
- [Duchess of Cornwall presents awards at Women of the Year lunch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-presents-awards-women-year-lunch-friends-royal-academy-arts/): The Duchess of Cornwall joined over 400 women as she attended the Women of the Year Lunch in London today.
- [Sophie honour Sir Roger Moore and attends Mencap concert](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-honour-sir-roger-moore-attends-mencap-concert/): Yesterday, The Countess of Wessex had a busy day as she attended two engagements, one celebrating the life of actor Sir Roger Moore, as well as a concert organised by Mencap and the Music Man Project.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 16th-22nd October](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-16th-22nd-october/): - The Duchess of Cornwall will attend the Women of Year Lunch, at the InterContinental, Mayfair, and visit the Royal Academy of Arts to launch the RA250 Friends Membership scheme at Burlington House, as patron of the Friends of the Royal Academy.
- [The Tower of London - 1000 long years as a royal palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/tower-london-1000-long-years-royal-palace/): As the world's oldest continually occupied fortress and palace, The Tower of London is an iconic building - and world UNESCO heritage side - drawing millions of tourists to its 12 acre-site each year.
- [Life as the uncle of two Tudor Queens: Thomas Howard, 3rd Duke of Norfolk](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/life-uncle-two-tudor-queens-thomas-howard-3rd-duke-norfolk/): Thomas Howard, 3rd Duke of Norfolk, was the uncle of the Tudor queens, Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard.
- [Prince Harry accepts posthumous Legacy Award on behalf of Diana](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-accepts-posthumous-legacy-award-behalf-diana/): Last night, Prince Harry joined a variety of stars at the black-tie Attitude Awards in London, where he accepted the Legacy Award posthumously on behalf of his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
- [The Queen marks centenary of women in armed forces with Anne](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-marks-centenary-women-armed-forces-anne/): The Queen attended a reception to mark the centenary of the Women's Royal Naval Service (WRNS) and the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps yesterday, joined by her daughter, Princess Anne.
- [Spanish Royals attend military parade to mark the Día de la Hispanidad](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/spanish-royals-attend-military-parade-mark-dia-de-la-hispanidad/): King Felipe and Queen Letizia were in Madrid to attend the traditional military parade held to celebrate the Día de la Hispanidad yesterday.
- [William in Belgium to attend NZ commemoration of Passchendaele with Princess Astrid](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-belgium-attend-nz-commemoration-passchendaele/): The Duke of Cambridge was in Belgium today to attend the centenary commemoration marking the 1917 Battle of Passchendaele for the New Zealand people, and was joined by Belgium's Princess Astrid.
- [Prince Harry thanks 100 Women in Finance at gala for supporting WellChild](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-thanks-100-women-finance-supporting-wellchild-gala/): Yesterday evening, Prince Harry donned a tuxedo to attended a gala event at the Victoria and Albert Museum, in support of his patronage, WellChild.
- [Earl of Wessex visits his alma mater to open West Court development](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/earl-wessex-visits-alma-mater-open-west-court-development/): The Earl of Wessex was in Cambridge at Jesus College yesterday, to open its new West Court development; Prince Edward, who is an alumnus of the College, is also patron of the West Court campaign.
- [Princess Anne in the Scottish Borders: traditional weaving & disabled riders](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-scottish-borders-traditional-weaving-disabled-riders/): The Princess Royal visited the Scottish Borders today, where she carried out a series of engagements from opening a new traditioanl weaving facility, to meeting the 'longest-serving' farm worker in Scotland, to the local disabled riding charity.
- [Charles will lay wreath for Queen on Remembrance Sunday - HM to watch from balcony](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/charles-will-lay-wreath-queen-remembrance-sunday-hm-watch-balcony/): In a move that will have many people questioning Her Majesty's continued work at the age of 91, The Queen has asked Prince Charles to lay her wreath at the Cenotaph on Remembrance Sunday.
- [William, Kate & Harry host mental health receptions to mark World Mental Health Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-host-mental-health-receptions-mark-world-mental-health-day/): Today is World Mental Health Day, and to mark it, Prince William and Harry hosted a reception at St James' Palace to praise those who worked with the Heads Together campaign, before they joined The Duchess of Cambridge in the evening for a celebratory reception at Buckingham Palace.
- [Harry launches Royal Foundation partnership with MoD for mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-launches-royal-foundation-partnership-ministry-defence-mental-health/): Earlier today, Prince Harry helped the Ministry of Defence launch a new mental health focus within the Armed Forces for its servicemen and women, and veterans, in partnership with the Royal Foundation.
- [Royal diary: latest upcoming engagements 9-15th October](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-upcoming-engagements-9-15th-october/): - Prince Harry will present awards - alongside the Secretary of State for Defence - to organisations from across the UK who have supported members of the Armed Forces and their families by offering training, work placements and employment at at the Imperial War Museum, London.
- [Woman arrested trying to to climb Buckingham Palace gates](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/woman-arrested-trying-climb-buckingham-palace-gates/): A woman was arrested earlier this evening, outside of Buckingham Palace, for trying to climb the front gates.
- [Body of Jacobite chief Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat, exhumed](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/body-jacobite-chief-simon-fraser-lord-lovat-exhumed/): An investigation has begun to determine whether a headless skeleton, located in the Scottish Highlands, is that of a notorious 18th century Jacobite chief, Lord Lovat - the last person to be beheaded in Britain.
- [Aberdeen Airport opening & harvest festival for Camilla](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/aberdeen-airport-opening-harvest-festival-camilla/): The Duchess of Cornwall enjoyed a day of engagements in Aberdeen on Wednesday, as she opened the terminal extension at Aberdeen International Airport, and visited a local school's harvest festival.
- [Anne opens superhub in Burton & unveils monument at National Memorial Arboretum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-receives-toy-sized-truck-visits-burton/): Princess Anne paid a visit to the Midlands yesterday, and her first stop was opening the new Palletforce 'superhub' in Burton-upon-Trent.
- [Belfast receives royal visit from Prince William - mental health & emergency focus](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/belfast-receives-royal-visit-prince-william-mental-health-emergency-focus/): Prince William spent the day in Belfast yesterday, bringing his mental health causes with him, and meeting members of Northern Ireland's river and air rescue services.
- [Prince Charles in Malta: 'the oceans need to be cleaned up' plus rehabilitated turtle release](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-malta-oceans-need-cleaned-plus-rehabilitated-turtle-release/): The Prince of Wales today continued his visit to Malta, and this morning addressed the Our Ocean Conference, as well as releasing a rehabilitated turtle into the sea.
- [Edward & Sophie attend Sultan of Brunei's Golden Jubilee celebrations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/edward-sophie-attend-sultan-bruneis-golden-jubilee-celebrations/): The Earl and Countess of Wessex are in Brunei, representing The Queen, for celebrations to mark the Golden Jubilee of the Sultan of Brunei.
- [Charles in Malta: commemorating George Cross anniversary & attending Our Ocean conference](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-malta-commemorating-george-cross-anniversary-attending-ocean-conference/): Prince Charles began a two-day trip to Malta yesterday, to attend a commemoration service for the 75th anniversary of the awarding of the George Cross in recognition of the island's sacrifices during the Second World War.
- [The Duke of Gloucester presents Queen's Awards for Enterprise](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-gloucester-presents-queens-awards-enterprise/): The Duke of Gloucester had a busy two days of engagements, visiting various organisations and presenting The Queen's Award for Enterprise.
- [Felipe defends Spanish constitution following 'illegal' Catalan referendum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/felipe-defends-spanish-constitution-following-illegal-catalan-referendum/): Last night, King Felipe of Spain made an unprecedented speech to address Sunday's events in Catalonia: police attempted to prevent locals from entering their ballots in what had been declared an 'illegal' vote by the Spanish government, voting on independence for the Catalan region.
- [Julie Payette installed as Canada's new Governor-General](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/julie-payette-installed-canadas-new-governor-general/): The new Governor General of Canada - Julie Payette - was installed to new her position yesterday, in a ceremony at Rideau Hall, attended by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
- [Archbishop of Canterbury: 'I hope I don't preside over The Queen's funeral'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/archbishop-canterbury-i-hope-i-dont-preside-queens-funeral/): Justin Welby, The Archbishop of Canterbury, has spoken about the sad day that will one day come to pass - The Queen's funeral.
- [Coins released for Queen & Philip's platinum wedding anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/coins-released-queen-philips-platinum-wedding-anniversary/): The Royal Mint have announced the release of a range of commemorative coins to mark the platinum wedding anniversary of The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh.
- [Royal diary - latest royal engagements 2-8th October](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-2-8th-october/): - The Duke of York is visiting the Middle East after his tour of Australia.
- [Queen's Crown Estate rejected Star Wars' request to film at Windsor](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queens-crown-estate-rejected-star-wars-request-film-windsor/): It has emerged that a Star Wars request to film in Windsor Great Park was rejected by The Queen's Crown Estate.
- [Invictus Games highlights: Harry handing out medals & joined by Obama](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/invictus-games-highlights-harry-handing-medals-joined-obama/): The Invictus Games have been taking place this week in Toronto, with Prince Harry taking centre stage, after the brave competitors of course.
- [Her Majesty opens Aberdeen Royal Infirmary roof garden](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/majesty-opens-aberdeen-royal-infirmary-roof-garden/): The Queen officially opened a £650,000 family roof garden at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Friday, as she comes to the end of her summer break at Balmoral.
- [Princess Anne celebrates centenary of the 'squadron that never sleeps' at RAF Brize Norton](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-celebrates-centenary-squadron-never-sleeps-raf-brize-norton/): Princess Anne visited RAF Brize Norton yesterday, to celebrate the centenary of 99 Squadron, also known as ‘the squadron that never sleeps’.
- [Sophie gets creative as she visits Glasgow College's new city campus](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-gets-creative-visits-glasgow-colleges-new-city-campus/): The Countess of Wessex continued her visit to Glasgow on Thursday, opening the new campus of the City of Glasgow College.
- [Prince William hears Auschwitz survivor's incredible tale during visit to IWM](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-hears-auschwitz-survivors-incredible-tale-survival-visit-iwm/): The Duke of Cambridge today met a Jewish survivor of the Nazi concentration camp, Auschwitz, and heard his incredible tale of survival during a visit to the Imperial War Museum in London today.
- [Plate painting, local history & university STEM opening for Earl of Wessex in Derbyshire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/plate-painting-local-history-university-stem-opening-earl-wessex-derbyshire/): The Earl of Wessex has spent the day in Derbyshire, where he opened the University of Derby's new STEM centre, visited CHICKS charity, St Oswald's church, and Trent College.
- [Sophie at speech & language therapy Conference and Awards in Glasgow](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-speech-language-therapy-conference-awards-glasgow/): In Glasgow yesterday, Sophie, Countess of Wessex attended the conference and awards of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
- [William attends a reception for the Police Orphans Fund & Blue Planet II premiere](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-attends-reception-police-orphans-fund-blue-planet-ii-premiere/): Yesterday, Prince William attended a reception at Guildhall in London for the Metropolitan and City police orphans fund, after he went the premiere of Blue Planet II with Sir David Attenborough at the BFI.
- [Kensington MP's anti-Royal rant: says Harry 'can't fly helicopter' & calls Cambridges 'disgusting'](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kensington-mps-anti-royal-rant-says-harry-cant-fly-helicopter-calls-cambridges-disgusting/): The Labour MP for Kensington and Chelsea has gone on an anti-monarchy tirade in the last few days, calling The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge 'disgusting', saying that Prince Harry can't fly a helicopter (despite him being a trained pilot) and that Prince Philip was unfaithful to The Queen earlier in their marriage.
- [Women will be allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia announces King Salman](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/women-will-allowed-drive-saudi-arabia-announces-king-salman/): Women in Saudi Arabia will be allowed to drive, the government announced on Tuesday, following a royal decree from King Salman.
- [William in Milton Keynes: mechanical elephant, Harry engagement rumours & George's school reluctance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-talks-george-laughs-off-harry-engagement-rumours-milton-keynes/): Today, Prince William visited Milton Keynes to attend the town's 50th anniversary celebrations, the future King's first visit to the town.
- [The Duchess of Gloucester opens Workington Academy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duchess-gloucester-opens-workington-academy/): The Duchess of Gloucester made a grand arrival to Workington Academy earlier today, when she arrived by helicopter to officially open the school.
- ['I probably wouldn't have founded Invictus Games without Afghan tours' says Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/i-probably-wouldnt-founded-invictus-games-without-afghan-tours-says-harry/): Appearing in the BBC studio during this evening's airing of the Invictus Games, Prince Harry admitted he probably wouldn't have founded the Invictus Games if he didn't undertake his tours of Afghanistan.
- [Harry & Meghan watch wheelchair tennis after veteran research conference](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-meghan-watch-wheelchair-tennis-veteran-research-conference/): Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the Invictus Games today, walking hand-in-hand, is sure to spur on rumours of their impending engagement announcement.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 25th September - 1st October](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-25th-september-1st-october/): - The Earl of Wessex will attend the RP Fighting Blindness Fundraising Dinner in London.
- [Duke of York inspires young entrepreneurs on tour Down Under](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-of-york-inspires-young-entrepreneurs-australai-tour/): Prince Andrew, Duke of York is on an 11-day tour in Australia, where he has carried out a wide range of engagements.
- ['Lost' Rubens portrait of James I's lover has been rediscovered](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/film-tv-books/media/lost-rubens-portrait-george-villiers-james-lover-rediscovered/): A 'lost' portrait of James I's favourite and lover, George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, has been rediscovered after 400 years through a BBC Four art show.
- [Harry joined by Meghan at Invictus opening plus he meets Melania Trump & has mini Land Rover ride](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-joined-meghan-invictus-opening-plus-meets-melania-trump-mini-land-rover-ride/): At the opening of the third Invictus Games in Toronto yesterday, Prince Harry was joined by his girlfriend, Meghan Markle, for the first time in a public way; the event came after he met with First Lady Melania Trump, and Prime Minister and Mrs Trudeau, and took a ride in a mini Land Rover with 5-year-old Daimy.
- [These historic coloured photos will change the way view history](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/historic-coloured-photos-will-change-way-view-history-interview-marina-amaral/): In recent months, images have been circulating on the internet of historic photos, colourised.
- [What did Meghan Markle get The Queen for Christmas?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/meghan-markle-get-queen-christmas/): We don't often find out what the Royal Family buy one another for Christmas, but it seems Meghan Markle's first Christmas present to The Queen was a hit with the Monarch - but not much liked by Her Majesty's beloved corgis!
- [Zara and Mike Tindall announce pregnancy news](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/zara-mike-tindall-announce-pregnancy-news/): Earlier today, Zara and Mike Tindall announced that they are expecting another baby.
- [Documentary shows Queen talking about coronation & Crown Jewels](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/documentary-shows-queen-talking-coronation-crown-jewels/): A new BBC One documentary is to feature The Queen discussing her coronation and the famous Crown Jewels; it will air later this month.
- [Christmas and New Year traditions in Medieval and Tudor England](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/medieval-history/christmas-new-year-traditions-medieval-tudor-england/): Nowadays most of us are familiar with Christmas celebrations being centred mainly around Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve, but what were these celebrations like in centuries gone by?
- [New Year's Honours: Dame Darcey Bussell, Sir Ringo Starr & Nick Clegg, Jilly Cooper CBE](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/new-years-honours-dame-darcey-bussell-sir-ringo-starr-nick-clegg-jilly-cooper-cbe/): The New Year's honours list has been released, with a number of famous faces amongst the names once more: Nick Clegg, Darcey Bussell, Ringo Starr, Michael Morpurgo and Jilly Cooper are just a few.
- [Princess Anne and Prince Charles busiest Royals of 2017 - Andrew in third](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/princess-anne-prince-charles-busiest-royals-2017-andrew-third/): In the statistics released today, Princess Anne and Prince Charles were the busiest Royals, totalling up more royal engagements in the UK than any other member of the Royal Family.
- [Prince Harry on Radio 4: 'fantastic' Christmas with Meghan & interviews with Obama & Prince Charles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-radio-4-fantastic-christmas-meghan-plus-interviews-obama-price-charles/): Prince Harry took his place as the guest editor of Radio 4's Today programme this morning, where he revealed that his fiancee, Meghan Markle had a "fantastic" Christmas at Sandringham, and talked of climate change with Prince Charles, plus grilled former US-President Barack Obama.
- [Queen's Christmas speech: tributes to Manchester, London and The Duke of Edinburgh](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-christmas-speech-tributes-manchester-london-duke-edinburgh/): The Queen has delivered her annual Christmas speech to the nation and the Commonwealth this afternoon, focusing on the theme of home and family, whilst praising the cities of London and Manchester for their resilience following terror attacks this year and paying tribute to her husband, The Duke of Edinburgh.
- [Christmas Day at church for Queen & Royal Family joined by Meghan](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/christmas-day-church-queen-royal-family-joined-meghan/): Each family has their own Christmas traditions, and the Royal Family's is attending church with The Queen on Christmas Day.
- [Princess Michael of Kent apologises for wearing blackamoor brooch to Queen's lunch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-michael-kent-apologises-wearing-blackamoor-brooch-queens-christmas-lunch/): After Princess Michael of Kent wore an offensive blackamoor brooch to The Queen's Christmas lunch, a spokesperson for the Royal has apologised.
- [Sandringham - a royal Christmas retreat](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/stately-homes-and-houses/sandringham-queens-christmas-retreat/): Christmas at Sandringham was a staple in Elizabeth II's calendar and following her death in 2022, Charles has continued this tradition.
- [See Prince Harry and Meghan's engagement photos](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/see-prince-harry-meghans-engagement-photos/): Today, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released their official engagement photos.
- [Royal Family attends Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-family-attends-christmas-lunch-buckingham-palace/): One of the few times the extended Royal Family meets is at The Queen's annual Christmas Lunch, held at Buckingham Palace, and this year was no different.
- [Elizabeth I's suspicious letters about Mary, Queen of Scots, donated to British Library](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-tudors/elizabeth-suspicious-letters-mary-queen-scots-donated-british-library/): A set of letters written by Elizabeth I and her courtiers about her captive cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots, has been donated to the British Library.
- [Prince Harry takes over from Prince Philip as Captain General of Royal Marines](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-harry-takes-prince-philip-captain-general-royal-marines/): As Prince Philip continues to ease up his schedule and responsibilities at the age of 96, he today relinquished his role as Captain General of the Royal Marines today, passing the torch on to his grandson, Prince Harry.
- [Royal Christmas cards - what photos the Royals of Europe are sending out this year](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royal-christmas-cards-photos-royals-europe-sending-year/): At this time of year, Royal Families across the world return Christmas cards to well-wishers who have sent them festive greetings.
- [Princess Charlotte to start nursery in January](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/princess-charlotte-start-nursery-january/): Princess Charlotte of Cambridge is to start nursery in January, Kensington Palace have announced today.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 18-24th December](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-18-24th-december/): As you'd expect, the royal diary is quite quiet in the week leading up to Christmas.
- [Prince Harry returns to Sandhurst for Sovereign's Parade on behalf of The Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-returns-sandhurst-sovereigns-parade-behalf-queen/): Yesterday Prince Harry returned to Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, from which he graduated 11 years ago; he was standing in for The Queen at the centuries-old Sovereign's Parade.
- [Colourful characters: who was Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/colourful-characters-wallis-simpson-duchess-windsor/): Wallis Simpson, later Duchess of Windsor, has been an enigma to many for decades.
- [Princess Anne opens Centre for Medical Engineering at St Thomas's Hospital](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-opens-centre-medical-engineering-st-thomass-hospital/): Yesterday, Princess Anne was at St Thomas's hospital in London, to open a new Centre for Medical Engineering.
- [Date set for Prince Harry and Meghan's wedding - all the details](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/date-set-prince-harry-meghans-wedding-details/): A date has now been set for the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle: 19th May 2018.
- [Prince Charles, Camilla, Prince William, Kate & Prince Harry at Grenfell Tower memorial service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-prince-william-kate-prince-harry-grenfell-tower-memorial-service/): Today, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry were at St Paul's Cathedral to attend a memorial service for victims of the Grenfell Tower fire.
- [Christmas tree decorating with ill children for Camilla plus Borough Market visit with Prince Charles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/christmas-tree-decorating-ill-children-camilla-plus-borough-market-visit-prince-charles/): Today saw the annual decoration of the Christmas Tree at Clarence House, where ill children from Helen and Douglas House were invited by The Duchess of Cornwall to help her in the task.
- [The Queen concerned over royal security changes?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-concerned-royal-security-changes/): It has been suggested that The Queen is unhappy with changes being made to royal security, following a shake up in the policing force which protects the Royal Family.
- [Meghan Markle WILL spend  Christmas at Sandringham with Prince Harry & Royal Family](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/meghan-markle-will-spend-christmas-sandringham-prince-harry-royal-family/): Kensington Palace have confirmed that Meghan Markle will join her fiance, Prince Harry and the Royal Family at Sandringham for Christmas this year.
- [Stormtroopers William & Harry rub shoulders with Hollywood royalty at Star Wars premiere](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/stormtroopers-prince-william-prince-harry-attend-star-wars-premiere/): Prince William and Prince Harry attended the premiere of the new Star Wars film 'The Last Jedi' this evening, at the Royal Albert Hall.
- [Duchess of Cambridge helps with Christmas party preparations at Rugby Portobello Trust](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-helps-christmas-party-preparations-rugby-portobello-trust/): The Duchess of Cambridge has today visited the Rugby Portobello Trust in North Kensington.
- [Duke & Duchess of Cambridge receive gold Blue Peter badge for work on mental health](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/gold-blue-peter-badge-duke-duchess-cambridges-mental-health/): For their work on mental health and encouraging young people to talk about their problems, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been awarded gold Blue Peter badges.
- [New portrait of Prince Philip marks his Danish heritage](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/new-portrait-prince-philip-marks-danish-heritage/): A new portrait of Prince Philip has been unveiled that depicts his connections to the Danish Royal family.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 11-17th December](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-11-17th-december/): - The Duchess of Gloucester, patron of Missing People, will attend a Carol Service in St-Martin-in-the-Fields, London.
- [Sculptor for William and Harry's statue of Diana has been chosen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/sculptor-william-harrys-statue-diana-chosen/): A sculptor has now been chosen to create the memorial statue of Diana, Princess of Wales, a statement from Prince William and Prince Harry announced.
- [Fire-ravaged Clandon Park to be rebuilt by National Trust](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/stately-homes-and-houses/fire-ravaged-clandon-park-rebuilt-national-trust/): Clandon Park, a stately home in Surrey which was mostly destroyed in 2015, is to be rebuilt for the National Trust, and the designers have now been chosen.
- [Prince Charles celebrates The Prince's Trust & retirement homes in Wales](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-celebrates-princes-trust-retirement-homes-wales/): Prince Charles has carried out a series of engagements in Wales today, celebrating the achievements of The Prince's Trust, as well as a local community centre and retirement homes.
- [Camilla in Blackpool & Preston: sharing stories with elderly callers & Emmaus Megastore](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-blackpool-preston-sharing-stories-elderly-the-silver-line-charity-emmaus-megastore/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has visited the Blackpool offices of charity The Silver Line today, where she took a call with elderly people who live alone, before going shopping at a homeless charity's Megastore in nearby Preston.
- [HMS Queen Elizabeth launch: Queen (plus two others) commissions ship with Princess Anne](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/anne-joins-three-queen-elizabeths-hms-queen-elizabeth-launch-mother-ship-cake/): Today, The Queen was joined by Princess Anne in Portsmouth to attend the commissioning ceremony of the HMS Queen Elizabeth.
- [Sophie visits Woking hospice plus carol concert for NSPCC](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-countess-wessex-visits-woking-hospice-plus-carol-concert-nspcc/): Earlier this week, Sophie, Countess of Wessex visited Woking, Surrey, to officially open a new part of a hospice facility providing palliative care.
- [The Queen at church to celebrate Scripture Union's 150th anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-church-celebrate-scripture-unions-150th-anniversary/): The Queen has attended a service at St Mary's Church in Islington today, to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Scripture Union.
- [Duchess of Cornwall at the ICAP charity day for Medical Detection Dogs](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-attends-icap-annual-charity-day-meets-four-men-dressed-donald-trump/): Yesterday saw Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, attend the ICAP charity day at their brokerage offices in the City of London to Medical Detection Dogs, of which she is patron.
- [Prince George was a sheep in the nativity - William & Kate at Children's Global Media Summit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-sheep-nativity-william-kate-childrens-global-media-summit-manchester/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Manchester and the Children's Global Media Summit today, tackling issues of mental health and social media.
- [Christmas gift ideas for the royal fans in your life](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/uncategorized/christmas-gift-ideas-royal-fans-life/): With Christmas on the near horizon, we thought we'd help you out by creating a gift list for the royal fans you know, to help sort out their Christmas presents - or maybe even a little treat for yourself!
- [Queen, Charles, Camilla, William & Catherine at Diplomatic Corps reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-charles-camilla-william-catherine-diplomatic-corps-reception/): This evening saw the annual Diplomatic Corps reception at Buckingham Palace, hosted by The Queen.
- [King Michael of Romania has died aged 96](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-michael-of-romania-has-died-aged-96/): A year after his diagnosis with cancer, King Michael of Romania has died, aged 96.
- [London Fire Brigade welcomes Prince Harry to Westminster Cathedral for carol service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/london-fire-brigade-welcomes-prince-harry-westminster-cathedral-carol-service/): This evening, Prince Harry has joined around 1,500 firefighters from across London to attend the London Fire Brigade's annual Christmas carol service at Westminster Cathedral.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 4th-10th December](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-4th-10th-december/): Plenty going on in the royal diary this week; see what the Royal Family will be up to.
- [Princess Anne in Edinburgh: St Giles Cathedral, McEwan Hall & the French Consulate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-edinburgh-st-giles-cathedral-mcewan-hall-french-consulate/): The Princess Royal had a busy day in Edinburgh on Thursday, with visits to McEwan Hall, the French Consulate and St Giles Cathedral.
- [Prince Andrew to be Colonel of Grenadier Guards - Prince Philip steps down](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-andrew-take-colonel-grenadier-guards-prince-philip-steps/): Prince Philip is relinquishing another of his royal responsibilities now that he is retired: he will no longer be Colonel of the Grenadier Guards.
- [Traditions abound at Prince Gabriel of Sweden's christening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/traditions-abound-prince-gabriel-swedens-christening/): Today was the christening of Prince Gabriel of Sweden, Duke of Dalarna.
- [Countess of Wessex visits HMP Downview & has tea with Scar Free Foundation](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-wessex-visits-hmp-downview-tea-scar-free-foundation/): It was a busy day for The Countess of Wessex yesterday, as Sophie visited HM Prison Downview, held an afternoon tea at Buckingham Palace, and attended a dinner at the Grange Tower Bridge Hotel.
- [First engagement for Prince Harry and Meghan in Nottingham](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/first-engagement-prince-harry-meghan-nottingham/): Following their engagement announcement on Monday, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle conducted their first joint royal engagement today in Nottingham.
- [Japanese government agrees Emperor Akihito can abdicate in 2019](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/japanese-government-agrees-emperor-akihito-can-abdicate-2019/): News we have been expecting for months finally arrived today: the Japanese government have decided that 83-year-old Emperor Akihito will abdicate in 2019.
- [Queen given flowers by assistance dog during West Sussex visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-given-flowers-assistance-dog-west-sussex-visit/): The Queen is quite used to receiving posies of flowers during her visits, but today's was quite different - they were delivered by a dog!
- [Duke of Cambridge meets Father Christmas, Prince Daniel & Al Gore on day two of Finland visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-cambridge-meets-father-christmas-prince-daniel-al-gore-day-two-finland-visit/): The Duke of Cambridge has completed the final day of his solo tour of Finland; activities included presenting Prince George's Christmas list to Santa Claus and meeting Al Gore at a technology festival.
- [William gives Prince George's cute Christmas list to Santa](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-gives-prince-georges-cute-christmas-list-santa/): Prince William gave Santa Prince George's Christmas list today, during his trip to Finland.
- [Duchess of Cambridge visits 'Bug-ingham Palace' at school gardening project](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-visits-bug-ingham-palace-school-gardening-project/): Today, The Duchess of Cambridge visited Robin Hood Primary School in Kingston, where she had the chance to show off her gardening skills and 'visit' Bug-ingham Palace.
- [Prince William in Finland: letter from The Queen, ice hockey & how Harry steals his food](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-finland-letter-queen-ice-hockey-telling-harry-steals-food/): The Duke of Cambridge began an official visit to Finland today, delivering a personal message from The Queen.
- [Duchess Kate's sad visit to Foundling Hospital Museum & art projects](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-kates-sad-visit-foundling-hospital-museum-art-projects/): Kate, Duchess of Cambridge visited the Foundling Museum in London today, to learn about the museum's history and how it uses art and creativity to support vulnerable children and families.
- [Prince Charles & Camilla in Stoke: 'thrilled' by engagement plus pottery & chapel restoration](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-stoke-absolutely-thrilled-engagement-news/): Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, have spent a very busy day in Stoke-on-Trent and been inundated with good wishes and messages from well wishers for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who announced their engagement yesterday.
- [A busy day for Prince Charles in Poundbury amidst engagement buzz](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/busy-day-prince-charles-poundbury-amidst-engagement-buzz/): Prince Charles had a busy day of engagements yesterday in Poundbury, Dorset, while the world focused on the engagement of his youngest son, Prince Harry, to Meghan Markle.
- [Harry & Meghan wedding details: location, citizenship & the couple's first royal engagement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-meghan-wedding-details-location-citizenship-couples-first-royal-engagement/): Kensington Palace have just released more details about the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, including the location of the ceremony, the actress' baptism and citizenship and their first joint engagement.
- [Interview with engaged couple Prince Harry & Meghan Markle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/interview-engaged-couple-prince-harry-meghan-markle/): Earlier this evening, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first interview as an engaged couple was broadcast across the world, as they revealed information about their relationship and how Harry popped the question.
- [Prince Harry & Meghan's engagement photo call](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-meghans-engagement-photocall/): This afternoon saw Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first official appearance as an engaged couple, in a photo call at Kensington Palace.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 27th November - 3rd December](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-27th-november-3rd-december/): - The Prince of Wales will visit Damers First School in Poundbury, Dorset, to meet staff, students and parents, and learn about their sustainability programmes and officially open the new school.
- [BREAKING: Prince Harry & Meghan Markle are engaged](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/breaking-prince-harry-meghan-markle-engaged/): It has just been announced - after much speculation this week - that Prince Harry has proposed to Meghan Markle and they are engaged.
- [Royal Navy sailors mount first ever guard at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-residences/royal-navy-sailors-mount-first-ever-guard-buckingham-palace/): For the first time ever, Royal Navy sailors today performed ceremonial royal duties in London, taking part in Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace.
- [William and Kate arrive late to the Royal Variety Performance after Oxford Street incident](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-attend-royal-variety-performance/): Tonight the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended the Royal Variety Performance, after a commotion on nearby Oxford Street, which saw armed Met Police out on the streets.
- [Top 10 longest royal marriages in British history](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/top-10-longest-royal-marriages-british-history/): Inspired by The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's 70th - platinum - wedding anniversary, we thought we should take a look at the other lengthy royal marriages in British history, stretching back to William the Conqueror.
- [Ascot event for Prince’s Countryside Fund: Charles & Camilla watch Michael Owen compete](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-watch-michael-owen-compete-ascot-princes-countryside-fund/): Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall attended the races at Ascot today, held to help raise funds for The Prince’s Countryside Fund.
- [Whistle stop tour of Birmingham for William & Kate: 4x4s, football & whistles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/whistle-stop-tour-birmingham-william-kate-4x4s-football-whistles/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been in Birmingham today visiting Jaguar Land Rover, Aston Villa football club and a family run whistle factory.
- [Camilla & Birgitte enjoy visit to the Royal School of Needlework at Hampton Court](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-birgitte-enjoy-visit-royal-school-needlework-hampton-court/): Today, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester, were at Hampton Court Palace to visit the Royal School of Needlework.
- [Winners of Rupert Frere photography competition announced!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/uncategorized/winners-rupert-frere-photography-competition-announced/): Following our photography competition with army photographer Rupert Frere, he has taken a look at all the images and picked some winners!
- [Prince of Wales reflects on horse racing past in ITV interview](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-wales-reflects-horse-racing-past-itv-interview/): The Prince of Wales has revealed his passion for horse racing, during an ITV interview with Brough Scott.
- [Eyesight focus for Sophie in Bangladesh plus video interview](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/eyesight-focus-sophie-bangladesh-plus-video-interview/): In an unannounced trip to Bangladesh, The Countess of Wessex has been focussing on eyesight problems with her patronage the Diamond Jubilee Trust.
- [Duchess of Kent pays tribute to tennis star Jana Novotna who has died](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duchess-kent-pays-tribute-tennis-star-jana-novotna-died/): The Duchess of Kent has paid tribute to former tennis star Jana Novotna, who sadly passed away on Sunday, aged 49.
- [Prince Charles' visit to hurricane-struck Caribbean](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-visit-hurricane-struck-caribbean/): Prince Charles spent the weekend in the Caribbean, visiting Antigua and Barbuda, the British Virgin Islands and Dominica, to meet communities affected by hurricanes in the area earlier in the year.
- [Queen's very personal gift to Prince Philip on their 70th anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queens-very-personal-gift-to-prince-philip-on-their-platinum-wedding-anniversary-knight-grand-cross-royal-victorian-order/): Today, on The Queen and Prince Philip's 70th wedding anniversary, Her Majesty has given her husband one of the most personal gifts within her power: he has been made a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order.
- [Royal diary: upcoming royal engagements 20-26th November](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-royal-engagements-20-26th-november/): - The Earl of Wessex, patron of the Tennis and Rackets Association, will attend the British Open Real Tennis Finals at The Queen's Club, West Kensington.
- [More photos to celebrate The Queen & Prince Philip's platinum anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/photos-celebrate-queen-prince-philips-platinum-anniversary/): The final three photos of a new set have been released this evening, to mark The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's platinum wedding anniversary tomorrow.
- [Photo marks The Queen & Prince Philip's 70th wedding anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/photo-marks-queen-prince-philips-70th-wedding-anniversary/): A photo has been released by Buckingham Palace this evening, ahead of The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's wedding anniversary on Monday.
- [Prince William launches Royal Foundation's #stopspeaksupport cyberbullying action plan](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-launches-royal-foundations-stopspeaksupport-cyberbullying-action-plan-google-hq/): Yesterday, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, was at Google's London headquarters to meet with a cyberbullying task-force on behalf of the Royal Foundation, and unveil the national Action Plan to help tackle the issue.
- [New Black Rod is a woman - Sarah Clarke makes parliamentary first](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/new-black-rod-woman-sarah-clarke-makes-parliamentary-first/): Parliamentary history has been made today, as a woman was appointed to the position of Black Rod: Sarah Clarke will take on the role. Ms.
- [Prince George to 'appear' in favourite show Fireman Sam for 30th anniversary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-george-appear-favourite-show-fireman-sam-30th-anniversary/): To mark the famous show's 30th anniversary, Prince George is to make an 'appearance' in an episode of Fireman Sam creators have revealed.
- [The Queen in Hull: visits to the Siemens factory & University](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-hull-visits-siemens-factory-university/): The Queen today visited Hull to mark the 2017 UK 'City of Culture'.
- [Camilla to host Strictly Come Dancing tea dance at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-host-strictly-come-dancing-tea-dance-buckingham-palace/): The Christmas special of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing will take place at Buckingham Palace this year - with Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall playing hostess.
- [Earl of Wessex attends performance of Othello & lunches at The Ivy for DofE Award](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/earl-wessex-attends-performance-othello-lunches-ivy-dofe-award/): Yesterday, Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, attended a performance of Othello at The Ambassador's Theatre. He also lunched at The Club at The Ivy member's club.
- [Prince Harry marks HIV Test Week with visit to pop-up shop](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-marks-hiv-test-week-visit-pop-shop/): Today, Prince Harry was in Hackney to visit an HIV testing pop-up shop run by the Terrence Higgins Trust.
- [Countess Sophie attends homecoming parade for 5th Battalion the Rifles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-sophie-attends-welcome-home-parade-5th-battalion-rifles/): Today, The Countess of Wessex attended a 'Welcome Home' parade for 5th Battalion the Rifles, at Ward Barracks in Bulford, Wiltshire.
- [Duchess of Cambridge visits children's centre & reveals William found adjusting to fatherhood hard](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-visits-childrens-centre-reveals-william-adjusting-fatherhood-hard/): The Duchess of Cambridge today visited Hornsey Road Children's Centre in north London; she was originally scheduled to visit in September, but had to postpone due to severe morning sickness.
- [Prince Edward marks 50 years of University of Stirling & visits Glasgow's coopers](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-edward-marks-50-years-university-stirling-visits-glasgows-coopers/): The Earl of Wessex has opened a new student facility at the University of Stirling to mark the institutions 50th anniversary during a day of engagements in Scotland yesterday.
- ['Mind' marathon runners receive awards from Prince Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/mind-marathon-runners-receive-awards-prince-harry/): Last night, Prince Harry attended the Mind Media Awards, where he handed out awards to those who had run in this year's London marathon for the mental health charity.
- [Royal diary: upcoming royal engagements 13-19th November](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-royal-engagements-13-19th-november/): Another busy week for the Royals; take a look at their upcoming engagements.
- [Royal Family lead the nation on Remembrance Sunday - Queen watches from balcony](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-family-lead-nations-remembrance/): The Royal Family have led the the nation and the Commonwealth in commemorating the war dead at the National Service of Remembrance - also known as Remembrance Sunday - held at the Cenotaph in Whitehall this morning.
- [Royal Family attend the Festival of Remembrance at Royal Albert Hall](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/royal-family-attend-festival-remembrance-royal-albert-hall/): This evening, the Royal Family were out in force to attend the annual Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall, on Armistice Day.
- [Duke of Gloucester leads Armistice Day service at National Memorial Arboretum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-gloucester-leads-armistice-day-service-national-memorial-arboretum/): The Duke of Gloucester led commemorations of Armistice Day earlier this morning, by attending a Remembrance Service at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
- [Princess Anne at Ypres for Armistice Day remembrance service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-ypres-armistice-day-remembrance-service/): Princess Anne, The Princess Royal has spent Armistice Day in Belgium, attending a service of remembrance at the Menin Gate, plus other engagements.
- [Halcyon Days' trinket boxes celebrate Queen & Philip's anniversary - win personalised box!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/uncategorized/halcyon-days-trinket-boxes-celebrate-queen-philips-anniversary-win-personalised-box/): Royal Warrant holders, Halcyon Days, are celebrating The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's 70th wedding anniversary with the release of two enamel trinket boxes featuring the couple's photos.
- [Countess of Wessex opens new breast cancer unit and gets hands on to help homeless](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-wessex-opens-new-breast-cancer-unit-gets-hands-help-homeless/): The Countess of Wessex has carried out a number of engagements in Worcestershire, including opening a new breast cancer unit and visiting a homeless hostel.
- [Prince William helps raise money for DNRC veteran rehab centre at Imperial War Museum gala](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-helps-raise-money-veteran-rehab-centre-imperial-war-museum/): Prince William has committed much of his adult life to mental and physical health, and last night, he attended a gala arranged by the City Veteran's Network at London's Imperial War Museum.
- [Charles & Camilla in Malaysia - organgutans, religious temples & Jimmy Choo](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-camilla-malaysia-organgutans-religious-temples-jimmy-choo/): Throughout this week, Prince Charles and Camilla have been continuing their tour of south-east Asia, spending four working days in Malaysia.
- [Prince Harry opens Westminster Abbey's Field of Remembrance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-opens-westminster-abbeys-field-remembrance/): At Westminster Abbey earlier today, Prince Harry opened the Field of Remembrance in the churchyard's garden, ahead of this week's national event, Remembrance Sunday.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 5-11th March](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-5-11th-march/): The royal diary features a number of engagements marking International Women's Day on 8th March, with The Countess of Wessex travelling to Malta.
- [Meghan to be baptised and confirmed into Church of England at Kensington Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/meghan-baptised-confirmed-church-england-kensington-palace/): Meghan Markle is to be baptised and confirmed into the Church of England in the coming weeks, before her upcoming wedding to Prince Harry in May, the Sunday Times reports.
- [The Queen's Jewellery: aquamarine clip brooches](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/queens-jewellery-aquamarine-clip-brooches/): The aquamarine clip brooches were a gift to Princess Elizabeth in 1944 for her 18th birthday from her parents, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.
- [Michelle Obama says White House food is 'without a doubt' better than Buckingham Palace's!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/michelle-obama-says-white-house-food-without-doubt-better-buckingham-palaces/): Former First Lady, Michelle Obama, has said that food at the White House is 'without a doubt' better than that served at Buckingham Palace.
- [Harry & Meghan agree 2600 members of public can watch their wedding inside Windsor Castle](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-meghan-agree-2600-members-public-can-watch-wedding-inside-windsor-castle/): Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want the British public to share in their happiness on their wedding day in May, so today have announced that they will be allowing some 2640 people from across the country into Windsor Castle.
- [Documents prove assassination attempt on The Queen in 1981 visit to New Zealand](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/documents-prove-assassination-attempt-queen-1981-visit-new-zealand/): New Zealand authorities have confirmed there was assassination attempt on The Queen during her visit in 1981, which was seemingly covered up to prevent security concerns that might have jeopardised future royal visits.
- [Princess Anne rocks a parka as she opens Grenfell fashion factory](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-rocks-parka-opens-grenfell-fashion-factory/): The Princess Royal braved the so-called 'Beast from the East' yesterday, to open a new textiles factory in London.
- [Kate curates 'Patron's Trail' at National Portrait Gallery Victorian photography exhibition](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-kate-curates-patrons-trail-national-portrait-gallery-victorian-photography-exhibition/): The Duchess of Cambridge visited the National Portrait Gallery on a snowy London evening tonight, where a new exhibition is opening - 'Victorian Giants: The Birth of Photography'.
- [William, Kate, Harry & Meghan speak about their work at first Royal Foundation Forum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-harry-meghan-speak-work-first-royal-foundation-forum/): In their first joint engagement as a foursome, William, Kate, Harry and Meghan held the first Royal Foundation Forum, the first of what is planned to be an annual event, at which they set out their future plans.
- [Catherine launches Nursing Now 2020 campaign & meets Charlotte's midwife](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-launches-nursing-now-2020-campaign-meets-midwife/): The Duchess of Cambridge's day was busy, taking on two new patronages today, and visiting the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) and St Thomas's hospital; here, she met children at the Evelina unit and gave a speech to launch the Nursing Now 2020 campaign.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 26th February - 4th March](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-26th-february-4th-march/): - The Princess Royal will open Equine Semen Centre at Stallion AI Services, Whitchurch, Shropshire, and will attend a Reception at Shrewsbury Town Football Club, as patron of YSS Limited.
- ['Read to your children every day' Duchess Camilla encourages ahead of World Book Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/read-children-every-day-duchess-camilla-writes-world-book-day/): To mark World Book Day this coming Thursday (1 March), The Duchess of Cornwall has written an article for the Sunday Express, in which she says that parents should 'read to your children every day of the year', in order to improve literacy and foster a love of book.
- [Charles visits Ty Hafan children's hospice and Wales Air Ambulance HQ in Llanelli](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-visits-ty-hafan-childrens-hospice-wales-air-ambulance-hq-llanelli/): As patron of the Ty Hafan Children's Hospice, and a lifelong supporter of the Wales Air Ambulance, Prince Charles visited both organisations yesterday, on his latest visit to Wales.
- [Prince Philip calls Telegraph cartoonist Matt 'genius' after 30 years in the job](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-calls-telegraph-cartoonist-matt-genius-30-years-job/): The Duke of Edinburgh is amongst a number of leading figures to pay tribute to The Telegraph's cartoonist, Matt, who is marking 30 years in the role.
- [Universities recognised by Queen’s Anniversary Prizes with Charles, Camilla, Anne & Duke of Kent](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/universities-recognised-the-queens-anniversary-prizes-for-higher-and-further-education-reception-prince-charles-camilla-princess-anne-duke-kent/): A number of great universities from across Britain were recognised in a reception at Buckingham Palace yesterday, hosted by Prince Charles and Camilla, also attended by Princess Anne and The Duke of Kent.
- [Letter sent to Meghan & Harry tested for anthrax - racial hatred crime say police](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/letter-sent-meghan-harry-tested-anthrax-racial-hatred-crime-say-police/): A letter that was sent to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry had to be tested last week, when a suspicious white powder was found within it, sparking fears of an anthrax incident.
- [Earl of Wessex plays King's sport of real tennis on trip to Bristol](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/earl-wessex-plays-kings-sport-real-tennis-trip-bristol/): The Earl of Wessex was in Bristol today to carry out a series of engagements, most of which were linked to his ever-increasing participation in his father's Duke of Edinburgh scheme, but also the unusual sport of real tennis, which the Earl himself enjoys.
- [Duke and Duchess of Cambridge don hard hats and high-vis jackets in Sunderland](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-don-hard-hats-high-vis-jackets-sunderland/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge today visited Sunderland, where they carried out a series of engagements to "celebrate the city's vibrant arts scene".
- [Princess Royal opens jockey hydrotherapy pool hours after returning from South Korea](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/the-princess-royal-opens-new-hydrotherapy-pool-with-ap-mccoy-just-24-hours-after-her-return-from-south-korea/): The Princess Royal carried out a series of engagements yesterday, including the opening of a new hydrotherapy pool for injured jockeys, just 24 hours after returning from the other side of the world.
- [Biker Prince: William shows off his skills in the East Midlands](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/biker-prince-william-shows-off-skills-east-midlands/): Prince William has been in the East Midlands where he visited the Triumph motorcycle factory in Hinckley and the MIRA Technology Park in Nuneaton, getting the opportunity to take to the wheel of some very fast vehicles.
- [Private funeral for Prince Henrik of Denmark - tears and floral tributes](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/private-funeral-prince-henrik-denmark-tears-floral-tributes/): Today saw the funeral of Prince Henrik of Denmark take place in Copenhagen, in a private ceremony attended only by close family and a handful of non-relatives, with the chapel full of floral tributes.
- [The Queen surprises guests at London Fashion Week after Royal College of Physicians visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-surprises-guests-london-fashion-week-royal-college-physicians-visit/): Today, The Queen visited the Royal College of Physicians to mark the 500th annivesary of its Royal Charter, before making a surprise appearance at London Fashion Week and presenting the inaugural Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design.
- [Prince of Wales visits rapid reaction corps HQ in Gloucestershire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-wales-visits-rapid-reaction-corps-hq-gloucestershire/): Yesterday, The Prince of Wales visited the headquarters of the Allied Rapid Reaction Corps (ARRC) at Imjin Barracks in Innsworth, Gloucestershire.
- [Kate & Sophie are joined by Beatrice to recognise Commonwealth's fashion design talent](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/kate-sophie-joined-beatrice-recognise-commonwealths-fashion-design-talent/): This evening saw three of the Royal Family's most fashionable women - The Duchess of Cambridge, The Countess of Wessex and Princess Beatrice - join forces to recognise the fashion design talent in the Commonwealth, at a Buckingham Palace reception.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 19-25th February](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-19-25th-february/): - The Countess of Wessex will chair a Charities Forum Meeting at Buckingham Palace, and attend a Commonwealth Fashion reception with The Duchess of Cambridge.
- [Duke & Duchess of Cambridge join a host of stars on the BAFTA red carpet](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-duchess-cambridge-join-host-stars-bafta-red-carpet/): This evening, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended the BAFTA Awards at the Royal Albert Hall; Prince William is President of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA).
- [Duchess Camilla finishes Wuthering Heights manuscript at Brontë museum & rides steam train](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-camilla-finishes-wuthering-heights-manuscript-bronte-museum-rides-steam-train/): The Duchess of Cornwall had a busy day in Yorkshire today; she began with a visit to Halifax with her husband, Prince Charles, before heading to the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth, and then took a steam train ride.
- [Prince Harry attends rugby training session as England team prepare for Six Nations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-attends-rugby-training-session-england-team-prepare-six-nations/): Prince Harry was at Twickenham today, where he attended an English rugby training session and spoke to young players who have benefitted from the Try for Change programme.
- [Charles joined by Camilla in Halifax then solo at Rotherham fire station & steel works](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-joined-camilla-halifax-solo-rotherham-fire-state-steel-works/): The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall paid a joint visit to Halifax today, before Prince Charles went solo for engagements in Rotherham, and Camilla to Haworth.
- [Prince Charles has a jam-packed schedule as he visits Durham](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-jam-packed-schedule-visits-durham/): The Prince of Wales was in Durham yesterday for a busy day of engagements, which included visits to a church, the University, an emergency service centre and the city's Cathedral.
- [Prince Henrik's funeral details: cremation in Copenhagen plus Danish Royals greet well-wishers](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-henriks-funeral-details-cremation-copenhagen-plus-danish-royals-greet-well-wishers/): The details of Prince Henrik of Denmark's funeral have been announced, following his death late on Tuesday night.
- [Prince Harry serves kids lunch and plays hockey at half-term sports centre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-serves-kids-lunch-plays-hockey-half-term-sports-centre/): Prince Harry served up a treat (well, lunch!)
- [Prince Charles joined by Harry in campaign to save the coral reefs](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-joined-harry-campaign-save-coral-reefs/): The Prince of Wales gave a stark warning today about the state of our coral reefs, as he was joined by Prince Harry at a conference organised by The Prince's Sustainability Unit.
- [Prince Harry and Meghan enjoy Edinburgh Castle and young people's reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-meghan-enjoy-edinburgh-castle-young-peoples-reception/): Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have visited Edinburgh yesterday, where Harry nearly got bitten by a Regimental mascot at the castle, and they visited a homeless charity and met young leaders at Holyroodhouse.
- [BREAKING: Prince Henrik has passed away at Fredensborg Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/breaking-prince-henrik-passed-away-fredensborg-palace/): Prince Henrik of Denmark has died, the Danish Royal Court announced earlier this morning.
- [Queen Victoria's mausoleum at Frogmore to reopen for the visiting public](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-victorians/queen-victorias-mausoleum-frogmore-reopen-visiting-public/): Queen Victoria's mausoleum at Frogmore, Windsor, is to be restored so that it might be open to the public once more.
- [The Power of music: Princess Alexandra hosts concert to fight dementia at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-alexandra-hosts-concert-buckingham-palace-recognise-power-music/): Princess Alexandra hosted a concert at Buckingham Palace last night, to celebrate the uniting power of music.
- [The Queen bans non-recyclable plastic at royal palaces after seeing BBC documentary](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-bans-non-recyclable-plastic-royal-palaces-seeing-bbc-documentary/): The Queen has ordered all of her royal residences to ban single-use plastics, reputedly after seeing David Attenborough's documentary, Blue Planet II.
- [Prince Charles meets Private Derby the ram as he visits the Mercian Regiment](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-meets-private-derby-ram-visits-mercian-regiment/): The Prince of Wales was in Salisbury on Friday at the Bulford Camp to visit the Merican Regiment, as Charles celebrates 40 years as Colonel-in-Chief of the Cheshire Regiment.
- [Princess Anne attends Winter Olympic opening ceremony in Pyeongchang](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-attends-winter-olympic-opening-ceremony-pyeongchang/): Princess Anne has attended the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea in her capacity as President of the British Olympic Committee and Member of the International Olympic Committee.
- [Earl of Wessex's three days in India - Duke of Edinburgh Award & technology focus](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/earl-wessexs-three-days-india-duke-edinburgh-award-technology-focus/): The Earl of Wessex has completed a three day visit to India, straight from his trip to Sir Lanka with his wife, Sophie.
- [Royal diary: latest engagements 12-18th February](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-engagements-12-18th-february/): Prince Harry is busy this week, visiting a number of organisations, which will see him - and Meghan - spend the day in Edinburgh, while Princess Anne is still in Korea.
- [Prince Henrik's condition worsens in hospital - Frederik leaves Winter Olympics early](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-henriks-condition-in-hospital-worsens-frederik-leaves-winter-olympics-early/): Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark has left the Winter Olympics in South Korea early in order to see his father, Prince Henrik, whose condition has 'seriously worsened' in hospital.
- [Prince Charles & Camilla 'have the power' opening London's new electricity super-highway](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-power-opening-londons-new-electricity-super-highway/): Prince Charles and Camilla opened London's new electricity super-highway yesterday, to the nineties hit song, 'I’ve Got The Power'.
- [The Countess in Cumbria: Agricultural AGM, Mencap visit & music centre opening for Sophie](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-cumbria-agricultural-agm-mencap-visit-music-centre-opening-sophie/): The Countess of Wessex was in Cumbria today to carry out a trio of engagements: Sophie attended an AGM, visited the Mencap Carlisle and opened Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Centre.
- [Prince Charles & Camilla mark 10th anniversary of British Asian Trust with Naughty Boy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-mark-10th-anniversary-british-asian-trust-naughty-boy/): The Prince of Wales hosted a reception and dinner at Buckingham Palace last night, to mark the 10th anniversary of the British Asian Trust.
- [Duchess Kate laughs off a shoe mishap as she opens addiction treatment centre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-kate-laughs-off-shoe-mishap-opens-addiction-treatment-centre/): The Duchess of Cambridge was in Wickford, Essex, today to formally open a new community treatment centre in her role as patron of Action on Addiction.
- [Britain's ancient offices of state still in existence today](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/guide-britains-ancient-offices-state/): Britain is, of course, a country steeped in history and tradition, so it is not unusual to see men and women turned out in splendid uniforms on royal and State occasions – but do you know who these people are and what or who they represent?
- [Catherine encourages kids to be unique in video for Children's Mental Health Week](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/catherine-encourages-kids-unique-video-childrens-mental-health-week/): A new video message from The Duchess of Cambridge was released today, to mark the beginning of Children's Mental Health Week.
- [Edward and Sophie visit Sri Lanka to celebrate friendship and the Commonwealth](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/edward-sophie-visit-sri-lanka-celebrate-friendship-commonwealth/): The Earl and Countess of Wessex have spent five days in Sri Lanka, on a visit designed to celebrate long-standing relationship between the UK and Sri Lanka, the Commonwealth, education and young people.
- [Royal diary - upcoming engagements 5-11th February](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-5-12th-february/): This week Prince Edward is in India, and Princess Anne is in South Korea for the Winter Olympics.
- [Publication of royal helicopter timings a danger to the Royal Family?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/publication-royal-helicopter-timings-danger-royal-family/): After the decision has been taken to publish timings of the royal helicopter flights, questions are being asked as to the safety of the Royal Family.
- [Prince Charles opens part of restored Stroud canal & brands plaque at Timberpride](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-opens-part-restored-stroud-canal-brands-plaque-timberpride/): The Prince of Wales was in Stroud yesterday, where he officially opened the first phase of the restored canal.
- [The Queen visits RAF Marham as Sandringham stay comes to an end](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-visits-raf-marham-sandringham-stay-comes-end/): The Queen visited RAF Marham in Norfolk yesterday, in her capacity as Honorary Air Commodore of the station.
- [Princess Anne in Norfolk supporting Motor Neurone Disease care & Save the Children](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-norfolk-supporting-motor-neurone-disease-care-save-children/): Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, has visited Norfolk to launch a new network for Motor Neurone Disease care and to mark the 35th anniversary of a branch of charity, Save the Children.
- [#RoyalVisitNorway: TV show set, lunch with Haakon & Mette-Marit and ski jump for William & Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royalvisitnorway-tv-show-set-lunch-haakon-mette-marit-ski-jump-william-kate/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge lunched with Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit today, as well as seeing the famous Holmenkollen ski jump in Oslo; this completes their Scandinavian trip.
- [Date set for Princess Eugenie and Jack's wedding at Windsor](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/date-set-princess-eugenie-jacks-wedding-windsor/): The date for the wedding of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank has just been announced.
- [Prince Harry and Meghan celebrate veterans at Endeavour Fund Awards](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-meghan-celebrate-veterans-endeavour-fund-awards/): Tonight Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended their first evening reception together since getting engaged; the couple were special guests at the annual Endeavour Fund Awards ceremony at the historic Goldsmiths' Hall in London, but Meghan's part in the evening didn't entirely go to plan...!
- [William & Kate visit sculpture garden & tour 'St Andrews' plus black tie dinner on #RoyalVisitNorway](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-visit-sculpture-garden-tour-st-andrews-day-one-royalvisitnorway/): After two days in Sweden, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrived in Norway today, to continue their Scandinavian visit.
- [Duchess of Cornwall joins in ballet class for older people at Royal Academy of Dance](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-joins-ballet-class-older-people-royal-academy-dance/): The Duchess of Cornwall showed off her ballet skills today, during a visit to the Royal Academy of Dance in London.
- [Cambridges visit Karolinska Institutet and meet Estelle & Oscar during #RoyalVisitSweden](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/cambridges-visit-karolinska-institutet-meet-estelle-oscar-royalvisitsweden/): William and Catherine, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, began the second day of their Scandinavian tour yesterday, with a tour of the Karolinska Institute in Solna, followed by a visit to Matteusskolan school and tea with Sweden's Crown Princely family at Haga Palace.
- [Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall celebrate 30 years of 'This Morning' at ITV](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-wales-duchess-cornwall-celebrate-30-years-morning-itv/): The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall visited ITV studios in London today, to celebrate 30 years of the hit show, 'This Morning'.
- [Camilla tries her hand at brewing 'Duchess Celebratory Ale' on visit to Wiltshire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-tries-hand-brewing-duchess-celebratory-ale-visit-wiltshire/): Yesterday, The Duchess of Cornwall was in Wiltshire, where she had two engagements: Camilla visited Marlborough St Mary's Church of England Primary School, before she headed to Arkell's Brewery, which is celebrating its 175th anniversary.
- [King Felipe presents Leonor with Order of the Golden Fleece on his 50th birthday](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-felipe-presents-leonor-order-golden-fleece-50th-birthday/): Today, King Felipe VI presented his eldest daughter Leonor with the Order of the Golden Fleece, in a moving ceremony to mark his 50th birthday.
- [William & Kate play hockey & lunch with Swedish Royalty beginning #RoyalVisitSweden](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-play-hockey-lunch-swedish-royalty-day-one-royalvisitsweden/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge kicked off their Scandinavian tour today, by carrying out a series of engagements in Stockholm, Sweden, accompanied by the Swedish heir to the throne, Crown Princess Victoria and her husband, Prince Daniel.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 29th Jan - 4th February](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-29th-jan-4th-february/): - The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will fly to Stockholm ahead of their visit.
- [Duchess Camilla gives OAPs who suffered two robberies in one week a day they will never forget](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/camilla-gives-oaps-suffered-two-robberies-one-week-day-will-never-forget/): One of the criticisms that some people use against the Royal Family is that they don't care about 'ordinary' people, but Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, proved the critics wrong last week, when she invited a trio of octogenarians to Clarence House to recognise their bravery in the face of two brutal robberies in one week.
- [Did Duchess Kate donate her hair to a children's cancer wig charity?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-kate-donate-hair-childrens-cancer-wig-charity/): An article circulating this morning states that when The Duchess of Cambridge had a significant hair cut in 2017, she donated the hair to a children's charity that creates wigs for those with cancer.
- [Princess Anne in Leeds a day after weather cancels her trip to north-east](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-leeds-day-poor-weather-cancels-trip-north-east/): The Princess Royal visited Leeds, and the surrounding area of Yorkshire on Thursday, less than 24 hours after inclement weather caused her visit to the north-east of England to be postponed.
- [La Duquesa de Cambridge aprende sobre salud mental materna en dos hospitales](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/la-duquesa-de-cambridge-aprende-sobre-salud-mental-materna-en-dos-hospitales/): El miércoles, la duquesa de Cambridge visitó dos hospitales en Londres para aprender más sobre la salud mental materna.
- [Duchess of Cornwall learns about technology to stop domestic abuse during Met Police visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-cornwall-learns-technology-stop-domestic-abuse-met-police-visit/): On Thursday, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall visited the Metropolitan Police operations base in Lambeth, alongside Met Police Commissioner Cressida Dick.
- [Duchess of Cambridge learns about maternal mental health in two hospital visits](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-learns-maternal-mental-health-hospital-visits/): The Duchess of Cambridge focussed her day of engagements on maternal mental health; Kate visited the Maurice Wohl Clinical Neuroscience Institute today - in typical London rain - to learn more about postnatal depression.
- [Prince Charles stops off for beer at 'Prince of Wales' pub as he and Camilla visit Cheshire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/charles-stops-off-beer-prince-wales-pub-camilla-visit-cheshire/): The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visited Cheshire today for both joint and individual engagements.
- [Herzog von Cambridge spricht über seine Wohltätigkeitsarbeit & lobt Prinz Charles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/herzog-von-cambridge-spricht-uber-seine-wohltatigkeitsarbeit-lobt-prinz-charles/): Gestern sprach Prinz William, Herzog von Cambridge, über seinen Genuss für Wohltätigkeitsarbeit, und auch lobte seinen Vater, Prinz Charles, an einer Veranstaltung für das Charity Commission.
- [Príncipe Guillermo habla sobre su obra de caridad y felicita a sus padres](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/principe-guillermo-habla-sobre-su-obra-de-caridad-y-felicita-sus-padres/): El duque de Cambridge habló de su pasión por la obra de caridad ayer; Guillermo hizo un discurso en la junta pública de la Comisión de Caridad (Charity Commission) del Reino Unido.
- [Duke of Cambridge speaks about his passion for charity work & praises Prince Charles](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-cambridge-speaks-passion-charity-work-praises-prince-charles/): The Duke of Cambridge spoke of his passion for charity work today, during a keynote speech at the Charity Commission Annual Public Meeting at the The Royal Institution of Great Britain.
- [Duchess Kate launches Heads Together 'mentally healthy schools' project](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-kate-launches-heads-together-mentally-healthy-schools-project/): Earlier today, Kate launched a new mental health resource for primary schools during a visit to Roe Green Junior School in Kingsbury.
- [Princesa Eugenia de York se casa - segunda boda en la monarquía británica](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/eugenia-de-york-se-casa-segunda-boda-en-la-monarquia-britanica/): Ayer, el Palacio de Buckingham informó que la princesa Eugenia va a casarse con su novio, Jack Brooksbank.
- [Prinzessin Eugenie ist verlobt! Ihr Freund Jack machte einen Heiratsantrag in Nikaragua](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prinzessin-eugenie-ist-verlobt-ihre-freund-jack-machte-einen-heiratsantrag-nikaragua/): Heute wurde die Verlobung von Prinzessin Eugenie von York und ihrem Freund, Jack Brooksbank, bekannt gegeben.
- [See Princess Eugenie's engagement photos and her pink sapphire ring!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/see-princess-eugenies-engagement-photos-red-sapphire-ring/): Buckingham Palace have released two official photographs, to mark the engagement of Princess Eugenie to her long-term boyfriend, Jack Brooksbank.
- [Princess Eugenie and Jack are engaged - second royal wedding this autumn!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-eugenie-jack-engaged-second-royal-wedding-autumn/): Princess Eugenie and boyfriend Jack Brooksbank are engaged, The Duke and Duchess of York have announced.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 22-28th January](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-22-28th-january/): - The Duke of Cambridge will deliver the keynote speech at the Charity Commission Annual Public Meeting (APM) at the The Royal Institution of Great Britain, London.
- [The Prince of Wales Investiture: Prince Charles prepared for Kingship](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/state-and-ceremonial/prince-wales-investiture-prince-charles-prepared-kingship/): In September 2017, Prince Charles became the longest serving Prince of Wales in British history.
- [Princess Charlotte is bossy to big brother George, reveals The Queen](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/princess-charlotte-bossy-big-brother-george-reveals-queen/): The Queen has revealed that Princess Charlotte is bossy to her older brother, Prince George.
- [Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit Cardiff](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-meghan-markle-visit-cardiff/): In the couple's first engagement in Wales, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited Cardiff yesterday, hoping to showcase 'some of the rich culture and heritage of Wales'.
- [Duchess Kate is given teddies at Great Ormond Street - plus junior Wimbledon school visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-kate-given-teddies-great-ormond-street-plus-junior-wimbledon-school-visit/): Yesterday, The Duchess of Cambridge paid a visit to Great Ormond Street Hospital to meet patients, their families, and staff.
- [Royal gift list reveals Meghan received an apron & Queen was given Christmas decorations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/royal-gift-list-reveals-meghan-received-apron-queen-given-christmas-decorations/): Buckingham Palace has revealed the annual list of gifts given to members of the Royal Family from foreign Royals, world leaders and members of the public.
- [Bayeux Tapestry will be loaned to UK for exhibition](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/medieval-history/bayeux-tapestry-will-loaned-uk-exhibition/): The famous Bayeux Tapestry is to be loaned to the UK for an exhibition, after French president Emmanuel Macron gave the go-ahead.
- [Details of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's tour of Sweden and Norway](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/details-duke-duchess-cambridges-tour-sweden-norway/): Kensington Palace has released new details about the upcoming visit of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to Sweden and Norway, that is due to take place between Tuesday 30th January and Friday 2nd February.
- [William & Kate in Coventry: cathedral visit, fake operation & sick bag for poor well-wisher!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/william-kate-coventry-cathedral-visit-fake-operation-sick-bag-poor-well-wisher/): Today saw The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit Coventry, including stops at the war-damaged cathedral, Coventry University, where they witnessed a fake appendectomy, and a local cafe.
- [BBC's 'The Coronation': what we learnt about The Queen & Crown Jewels](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/bbcs-coronation-learnt-queen-crown-jewels/): Millions of us tuned into the BBC's much heralded 'The Coronation' last evening to see The Queen in conversation with royal expert, Alastair Bruce, discussing the centuries old rituals of the Coronation ceremony - but what new insights did the programme give us into the ceremony itself and The Queen's reflections of it?
- [Meghan Markle is 'tainting' Royal Family: UKIP leader's girlfriend suspended for racist comments](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/meghan-markle-tainting-royal-family-ukip-leaders-girlfriend-suspended-racist-comments/): The girlfriend of UKIP's leader, Jo Marney, has made racist comments about Prince Harry's fiancee, Meghan Markle, 'tainting' the Royal Family, in a series of text messages published by the Mail on Sunday.
- [Princess Anne in Cornwall: Truro Cathedral, Cornish Blue cheese & charity shop](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-cornwall-truro-cathedral-cornish-blue-cheese-charity-shop/): Princess Anne has spent the day in Cornwall visiting Truro Cathedral, a cheese factory and a very successful Save the Children charity shop.
- [Unannounced mental health conference visit for Duchess Kate](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/unannounced-mental-health-conference-head-start-learning-visit-for-kate-duchess-of-cambridge/): Earlier today, The Duchess of Cambridge arrived unexpectedly at a mental health conference, Head Start Learning co-organised by one of her patronages, the Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families.
- [Prince William watches robotic surgery at Royal Marsden & talks of being Harry's best man](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-watches-robotic-surgery-royal-marsden-talks-harrys-best-man/): Today, the Duke of Cambridge kicked off his 2018 schedule with a visit to Royal Marsden Hospital in Chelsea.
- [Duchess of Cambridge meets therapy puppy during visit to Reach Academy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-cambridge-meets-therapy-puppy-visit-reach-academy/): The Duchess of Cambridge today visited the Reach Academy in Feltham, west-London, a school that is working with the mental health charity Place2Be, of which Kate is a royal patron.
- [Harry and Meghan at Brixton radio station: Reprezent FM](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/harry-meghan-brixton-radio-station-reprezent-fm/): Prince Harry and fiancee, Meghan Markle, have today undertaken their second visit as a couple since their engagement was announced at the end of last year; their first visit was to Nottingham.
- [King Felipe's rescue of the Spanish Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/explanation/whos-get-know-spanish-royal-family/): Perhaps lesser known on an international basis, sometimes overshadowed by other Royal Families, the Spanish Monarchy hasn't had an easy path in the last century.
- [New photos for Princess Charlotte's first day of nursery](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/new-photos-princess-charlottes-first-day-nursery/): Earlier today, Princess Charlotte headed to nursery for the first time, and photos have been released to mark the occasion.
- [Colourful characters: Benjamin Disraeli - Queen Victoria's loyal Prime Minister](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/colourful-characters-benjamin-disraeli-queen-victorias-loyal-prime-minister/): Benjamin Disraeli, born Benjamin D'Israeli, was one of the UK's most influential Prime Ministers, but since the turn of the 20th century, he has largely disappeared from school curricula.
- [Prince William reveals he enjoys Nandos at Commonwealth Forum for young entrepreneurs](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-reveals-he-enjoys-nandos-at-commonwealth-forum-for-young-entrepreneurs/): As the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in London enters its second day, Prince William has attended a forum bringing together representatives from the Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs and philanthropists, who support and invest in their work.
- [Duke of Cambridge kicks off his #CHOGM engagements with Welcome to UK reception](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-of-cambridge-kicks-off-his-chogm-engagements-with-welcome-to-uk-reception/): Last night, The Duke of Cambridge attended the "Welcome to the UK" reception at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre.
- [Prince Harry pledges his & Meghan's support of young people at Commonwealth Youth Forum](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-pledges-his-meghans-support-of-young-people-at-commonwealth-youth-forum/): Prince Harry kicked off his involvement in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) events today, attending the opening of the Commonwealth Youth Forum at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London.
- [The Royal Review: the Royal Family's other engagements 9-15th April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/royal-review-the-royal-familys-other-engagements-9-15th-april/): Continuing our new series focussing on the work of the minor Royals, we look at what The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Duke of Kent, and Princess Alexandra have been up to this last week.
- [Prince Edward's week: promoting DofE Award & Commonwealth Games in Australia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/edward-promotes-duke-of-edinburgh-award-and-attends-commonwealth-games-in-australia/): The Earl of Wessex was in Australia last week for various engagements related to the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and the Commonwealth Games.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 16-22nd April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-16-22nd-april/): This week is busy for the Royal Family, with the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, plus other engagements.
- [Diana's landmine outfit plus other new pieces to go on display at Kensington Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/dianas-landmine-outfit-plus-other-new-pieces-to-go-on-display-at-kensington-palace/): The image of Diana, Princess of Wales, walking across a landmine field in Angola is now iconic: the Princess, wearing Halo Trust-branded protective vest and mask.
- [Meghan will join Prince Harry, William, Charles, Queen & other Royals for CHOGM events](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/meghan-will-join-prince-harry-william-charles-queen-other-royals-for-chogm-events/): The royal households have today announced the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) schedule next week, which will feature The Duke of Cambridge, Prince Harry and fiancée Meghan Markle, as well as Prince Charles, Camilla, The Duke of York and of course, The Queen.
- [The Queen giggles at OAP fitness class as she marks 60 years of George VI day centre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-giggles-at-oap-fitness-class-as-she-marks-60-years-of-george-vi-day-centre/): Earlier today, The Queen visited an elderly day care centre in Windsor, to mark 60 years since Her Majesty opened the George VI Day Care Centre.
- [Prince Harry praises US & UK's 'special bond' as he launches Walk of America expedition](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-praises-us-uks-special-bond-as-he-launches-walk-of-america-expedition/): Prince Harry launched the 'Walk of America' expedition today at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, London.
- [Prince Charles' final day of #RoyalVisitAustralia - war memorial, disaster response & renewed support for Monarchy](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-final-day-of-royalvisitaustralia-war-memorial-disaster-response-renewed-support-for-monarchy/): Prince Charles has spent the last day of his tour to Australia in Darwin, where he honoured war casualties, was taken on a boat ride around the harbour, and placed items into a time capsule.
- [Duke of Cambridge praises Jonny Benjamin's mental health work in foreword to new book](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duke-of-cambridge-praises-jonny-benjamins-mental-health-work-in-foreword-to-new-book/): The Duke of Cambridge has written the foreword to 'The Stranger on the Bridge: My Journey from Despair to Hope', a book to support those with mental health issues.
- [Prince Charles felt 'much better' after didgeridoo healing in Gove on #RoyalVisitAustralia](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-felt-much-better-after-didgeridoo-healing-in-gove-on-royalvisitaustralia/): Yesterday, The Prince of Wales spent time in the Northern Territory of Australia, in Gove and Darwin.
- [#RoyalBabyWatch has begun! Lindo Wing prepares for Duchess of Cambridge's royal birth](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/royalbabywatch-has-begun-lindo-wing-prepares-for-duchess-of-cambridges-royal-birth/): Royal baby watch officially began today, as we eagerly await news of baby number three.
- [Prince Harry & Meghan choose charity donations instead of gifts for royal wedding](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-meghan-choose-charity-donations-instead-of-gifts-for-royal-wedding/): Kensington Palace have today revealed more details about Prince Harry and Meghan's wedding plans, namely the charities the couple wish to support in lieu of any wedding gifts.
- [Royal diary: upcoming royal engagements 9-15th April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-royal-engagements-9-15th-april/): The Earl of Wessex continues his visit to Australia, as does Prince Charles. The Queen has a few appearances this week.
- [Prince Charles in Cairns on #RoyalVisitAustralia: church, meeting naval officers & a smoking ceremony](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-in-cairns-on-royalvisitaustralia-church-meeting-naval-officers-a-smoking-ceremony/): On yet another busy day on tour in Australia, Prince Charles toured Cairns, attended a church service, visited HMAS Cairns naval base, was honoured at a traditional smoking ceremony, as well as taking in a basketball game.
- [Princess Anne's week: British Youth Sailing championships & two gym openings](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-annes-week-british-youth-sailing-championships-two-gym-openings/): Princess Anne has spent a busy weekend watching sailing and gymnastics.
- [Earl of Wessex's Melbourne visit promotes Duke of Edinburgh award scheme & real tennis](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/earl-of-wessexs-melbourne-visit-promotes-duke-of-edinburgh-award-scheme-real-tennis/): The Earl of Wessex has been in Australia since Friday, on a visit designed to promote The Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) award scheme.
- [The White Ship, William Adelin and the England that never was](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-white-ship-william-adelin-and-the-england-that-never-was/): William Adelin, son of Henry I, was one of those Princes and heirs whose reign was never to be.
- [The Royal Review: a look at the Royal Family's other engagements this week 2-8th April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/the-royal-review-a-look-at-the-royal-familys-other-engagements-this-week/): In a new feature on The Crown Chronicles, we look at this week's other royal news stories - the engagements carried out by minor members of the Royal Family, that often go unreported.
- [Prince Charles made chief in Vanuatu - where they think Prince Philip is a god](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-made-chief-in-vanuata-where-they-think-prince-philip-is-a-god/): During a day-long visit to Vanuatu, The Prince of Wales was made a chief of its people and saw how the people had recovered after a cyclone in 2015.
- [#RoyalVisitAustralia: Prince Charles meets old friends at rum distillery & Camilla launches WOW festival](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royalvisitaustralia-prince-charles-meets-old-friends-at-rum-distillery-camilla-launches-wow-festival/): The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall went their separate ways on Friday, for their third day of engagements in Australia.
- [Meghan & Prince Harry rock matching polo shirts at Invictus team trials in Bath](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/meghan-prince-harry-rock-matching-polo-shirts-at-invictus-team-trials-in-bath/): Prince Harry and his fiancée Meghan Markle were at the University of Bath today, to attend the UK team trials for the 2018 Invictus Games, which will be held in Sydney.
- [A Prince's trip across the Empire: Splendours of the Subcontinent exhibition at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-victorians/a-princes-trip-across-the-empire-splendours-of-the-subcontinent-exhibition-at-buckingham-palace/): An exhibition currently at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, but heading to Buckingham Palace, shows off the 'Splendours of the Subcontinent' - the amazing gifts the Prince of Wales (future Edward VII) received on his tour of India and the surrounding areas in 1875.
- [#RoyalVisitAustralia Day 2: Prince Charles and Camilla visit athletes village & head to the beach](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/royalvisitaustralia-day-2-prince-charles-and-camilla-visit-athletes-village-head-to-the-beach/): Prince Charles and Camilla spent their second day in Australia carrying out a number of engagements, including a visit to the Athletes Village at the Commonwealth Games and heading to the beach.
- [Prince Charles & Camilla attend Commonwealth Games Opening as they begin Australia visit](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-camilla-attend-commonwealth-games-opening-as-they-begin-australia-visit/): Earlier today, Prince Charles and Camilla, The Duchess of Cornwall, began their royal visit to in Australia, to kick the Commonwealth Games.
- [Prince Philip surgery: Duke is 'comfortable & in good spirits' after successful hip replacement](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/prince-philip-surgery-duke-is-comfortable-in-good-spirits-after-successful-hip-replacement/): The Duke of Edinburgh today underwent a successful hip replacement operation at King Edward VII Hospital in London.
- [Prince Albert's papers and photo collections to be digitised](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/the-victorians/prince-alberts-papers-and-photo-collections-to-be-digitised/): The Royal Collection Trust has today announced that it will undertake a three-year project to digitise the letters and papers of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria's husband.
- ['ROYL' digital currency created to celebrate Prince Harry and Meghan's wedding](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/royl-digital-currency-created-to-celebrate-prince-harry-and-meghans-wedding/): Street parties, afternoon teas, and gathering around the television are all wonderful ways to celebrate a royal wedding.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 2-8th April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-2-8th-april/): Prince Charles and Camilla are heading to Australia, as is The Earl of Wessex this week, while Prince Harry and fiancee Meghan will be in Bath to see Invictus Games hopefuls.
- [Queen leads extended Royal Family in worship at Easter Sunday service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-leads-extended-royal-family-in-worship-at-easter-sunday-service/): Today's Easter Sunday service at Windsor was attended by The Queen and various members of her extended family, including The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie and The Earl and Countess of Wessex.
- [Roses, peonies and foxglove chosen for Harry and Meghan's wedding](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/roses-peonies-and-foxglove-chosen-for-harry-and-meghans-wedding/): Flowers are a big part of any wedding, and we now know what Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will be having on their big day, and which florist will be responsible for their creation.
- [Busy Princess Anne in Lincolnshire: in prison and on coastal watch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/busy-princess-anne-in-lincolnshire-in-prison-and-on-coastal-watch/): On Tuesday (27th March), Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, was in Lincolnshire to visit HMP North Sea Camp, Boston, and later viewed the National Coastwatch Institution Lookout at Skegness.
- [Duchess of Cambridge's Cartier wedding tiara now on display in Canberra](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridges-cartier-wedding-tiara-now-on-display-in-canberra/): The stunning Cartier halo tiara, as worn by The Duchess of Cambridge on her wedding day, is now on display in Canberra.
- [Queen gives out Maundy Money in traditional service - Prince Philip has hip complaint](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-gives-out-maundy-money-in-traditional-service-prince-philip-has-hip-complaint/): Today, The Queen marked Maundy Thursday in the traditional way, with a Royal Maundy service held at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
- ['The Crown' confirms its new Prince Philip: Tobias Menzies](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/film-tv-books/media/the-crown-confirms-its-new-prince-philip-tobias-menzies/): Late on Wednesday evening, Netflix confirmed their new casting for the role of Prince Philip: Tobias Menzies.
- [Buckingham Palace summer opening to mark Prince of Wales' 70th birthday with his favourite art](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/buckingham-palace-summer-opening-to-mark-prince-of-wales-70th-birthday-with-his-favourite-art/): A special display of over 100 works of art, chosen by The Prince of Wales, will go on display at Buckingham Palace, when it opens for the summer in July, the Royal Collection Trust announced today.
- [The Queen attends decommissioning ceremony for HMS Ocean](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-attends-the-decommissioning-ceremony-for-hms-ocean/): Her Majesty The Queen was in attendance at the decommissioning ceremony of HMS Ocean yesterday; the ship is also known as the 'Mighty O'.
- [Royal Marines, Irish Guards & Ghurkas to be at Prince Harry & Meghan's wedding](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/royal-marines-irish-guards-ghurkas-to-be-at-prince-harry-meghans-wedding/): Prince Harry served 10 years in the Army and has supported a number of veterans' causes since, so it is no surprise that he is having a large military presence at his wedding in May.
- [Victoria's emerald tiara from Albert & Fife tiara to go on display at Kensington Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/victorias-emerald-tiara-from-albert-fife-tiara-to-go-on-display-at-kensington-palace/): Three tiaras once in the Royal Family are to go on display from Friday at Kensington Palace, as part of an updated exhibition on Queen Victoria.
- [Prince Charles celebrates Lake District as World Heritage site & sees sheep herding in Cumbria](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-celebrates-lake-district-as-world-heritage-site-sees-sheep-herding-in-cumbria/): Prince Charles spent the day in Cumbria, where he visited the Lake District, to mark its new status as a World Heritage site, as well as spending time learning about how new farmers are being trained at the National Centre for the Uplands, and enjoying a boat ride at Ullswater in beautiful surroundings.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 26th March-1st April](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-26th-march-1st-april/): In the royal diary this week is a decommissioning ceremony for The Queen, a visit to Cumbria for Prince Charles while The Duke of Kent will head to Powys.
- [Dartmoor Prison inmates treat Prince Charles to a classical concert](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/dartmoor-prison-inmates-treat-prince-charles-to-a-classical-concert/): The Prince of Wales visited Dartmoor Prison in Devon on Saturday, where he was treated to a musical performance by a number of the prison's inmates.
- [Princess Anne attends 'Big Wednesday' sports event in Nottingham](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-attends-big-wednesday-sports-event-in-nottingham/): On Wednesday, The Princess Royal was in Nottingham to attend sporting events as part of 'Big Wednesday' at the University of Nottingham.
- [Sophie in Swansea: Countess visits community centres, Mencap & Award for Voluntary Service](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-in-swansea-countess-visits-community-centres-mencap-award-for-voluntary-service/): On Monday, The Countess of Wessex made a visit to Swansea, visiting a number of community projects as well as patronage, Mencap.
- [Get tickets to The Queen's 92nd birthday concert - featuring Tom Jones, Kylie & Shaggy!](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/get-tickets-to-the-queens-92nd-birthday-concert-featuring-tom-jones-kylie-shaggy/): A Commonwealth concert to mark The Queen's 92nd birthday is in the works, featuring big names such as Sir Tom Jones, Kylie Minogue, Craig David and 90s star, Shaggy!
- [Duke of Kent opens new Bletchley Park exhibition in hut 11A](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-of-kent-opens-new-bletchley-park-exhibition-in-hut-11a/): The Duke of Kent, as patron of the Bletchley Park Trust, has opened a new exhibition at the World War II top-secret code-breaking site.
- [Duchess of Cornwall makes Easter Bonnets during visit to Newbury](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-of-cornwall-makes-easter-bonnets-during-visit-to-newbury/): The Duchess of Cornwall was busy making Easter Bonnets in Newbury on Thursday, as she visited Fair Close Centre, a facility that provides an area for senior citizens to socialise.
- [Lord of the Manor... Luton Hoo - a royal family favourite](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/lord-of-the-manor-luton-hoo-a-royal-family-favourite/): A house that has connections to the British aristocracy, the Romanovs, the British Royal Family and diamond mines has got to be a winner - Luton Hoo certainly has a plethora of historic stories to tell.
- [Surprise Belfast visit for Prince Harry & Meghan - youth peace initiative, historic gin palace & Titanic](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/surprise-belfast-visit-for-prince-harry-meghan-youth-peace-initiative-historic-gin-palace-titanic/): Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made an unannounced trip to Northern Ireland's capital, Belfast, today, as they continue their tour of the UK ahead of their wedding.
- [Duke of York celebrates appointment as Colonel of Grenadier Guards with Queen - Prince Philip ill](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/duke-of-york-celebrates-appointment-as-colonel-of-grenadier-guards-with-queen-prince-philip-ill/): Prince Andrew was joined by his mother, The Queen, at Windsor Castle to formally mark his appointment as Colonel of the Grenadier Guards; his father, The Duke of Edniburgh was also due to attend, but pulled out feeling ill.
- [Commonwealth cooking for Duke & Duchess of Cambridge plus Wheelchair basketball](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/commonwealth-cooking-for-duke-duchess-of-cambridge-plus-wheelchair-basketball/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge undertook two engagements yesterday: meeting SportsAid athletes ahead of the Commonwealth Games, and preparing a Commonwealth Big Lunch at St Luke’s Community Centre.
- [Duke of York opens Bristol business school, sees atomic energy research & hosts orchestra dinner](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duke-of-york-opens-bristol-business-school-sees-atomic-energy-research-hosts-orchestra-dinner/): The Duke of York undertook a number of engagements yesterday, opening the Bristol Business School's faculty of Business and Law at the University of West England (UWE); visiting the UK Atomic Energy Authority in Abingdon; and hosting a concert and dinner at Buckingham Palace as patron of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
- [Royal wedding invites printed for Prince Harry and Meghan's big day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/royal-wedding-invites-printed-for-prince-harry-and-meghans-big-day/): The invites for the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are currently at the printers, almost ready to be sent out to the hundreds of guests that will attend.
- [Camilla marks 25 years of Literacy Trust with Tom Fletcher, Prue Leith & Where's Wally](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/duchess-of-cornwall-camilla-marks-25-years-of-literacy-trust-with-tom-fletcher-prue-leith-wheres-wally/): Earlier this evening, The Duchess of Cornwall attended a reception to mark the 25th anniversary of her patronage, the National Literacy Trust.
- [Duchess Catherine praised for mental health work at early-intervention symposium](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/duchess-of-cambridge-catherine-praised-for-mental-health-work-at-early-intervention-symposium/): The Duchess of Cambridge has today attended a symposium at the Royal Society of Medicine, championing early intervention into the lives of children, to prevent later mental health problems.
- [Princess Anne honours young victims of IRA on 25th anniversary of Warrington bombing](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-honours-young-victims-of-ira-on-25th-anniversary-of-warrington-bombing/): Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, was in Warrington yesterday to join dignitaries and locals to mark the 25th anniversary of the IRA bombing that claimed the lives of two young boys, Jonathan Ball and Tim Parry.
- [The Queen visits Royal Academy of Arts for 250th birthday in vibrant orange](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/the-queen-visits-royal-academy-of-arts-for-250th-birthday-in-vibrant-orange/): Today The Queen paid a visit to one of her many patronages, the Royal Academy of Arts, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the academy's creation, and open a new area for exhibits.
- [Cattle market, fresh veg & bell-ringing for Prince Charles in Lincolnshire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/cattle-market-fresh-veg-bell-ringing-for-prince-charles-in-lincolnshire/): Today was an incredibly busy day for Prince Charles who, as patron and president of various associations, visited Tattershall Castle in Lincoln, Louth Livestock Market, Freshtime UK Ltd, Age UK’s Boston office, and The Holy Trinity Church, Tattershall.
- [Royal diary: latest royal engagements 19-25th March](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-latest-royal-engagements-19-25th-march/): Another busy week, which will see Prince Charles head to Cornwall and Devon, The Duke of York officially take over from Prince Philip as colonel of the Grenadier Guards, and The Queen see the Charles I exhibition at the Royal Academy.
- [Countess of Wessex attends National Shire Horse Show & opens Girlguiding Centre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-of-wessex-attends-national-shire-horse-show-opens-girlguiding-centre/): On Friday, The Countess of Wessex, attended the National Shire Horse Show in Stafford, and also opened the Girlguiding Centre in Welwyn Garden City; Sophie is patron of the Association of Show and Agricultural Organisations (ASAO) and president of the Girlguiding UK.
- [Dr Camilla: Duchess receives honorary doctorate for her literacy work](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/dr-camilla-duchess-receives-honorary-doctorate-for-her-literacy-work/): It was a special day for Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall on Friday, when she received an honorary doctorate from the University of Chester.
- [Prince William & Kate attend St Patrick's Day parade with Domhnall the wolf hound](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-kate-attend-st-patricks-day-parade-with-domhnall-the-wolf-hound/): The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended the Irish Guards' traditional St Patrick's Day Parade today in Hounslow, where they met Domhnall the wolf hound.
- [Prince Harry presents new pilots with Wings at the Army Aviation Centre](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-presents-new-pilots-with-wings-at-the-army-aviation-centre/): Prince Harry visited the Army Aviation Centre in Hampshire today, where he presented new pilots with their wings.
- [Meghan's baptism was 'beautiful' and 'moving' says Archbishop of Canterbury](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/meghans-baptism-was-beautiful-and-moving-says-archbishop-of-canterbury/): In an interview with ITV, The Archbishop of Canterbury has spoken about the 'beautiful' and 'moving' service he conducted to welcome Meghan Markle into the Church of England at her baptism.
- ['Shocked to the core' - Prince Harry & Meghan on hearing veterans' mental health stories](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/prince-harry-and-meghan-shocked-to-the-core-hearing-veterans-mental-health-stories/): Prince Harry attended the Veterans’ Mental Health Conference at King’s College London today, where he delivered a key note address and led a panel discussion on the topic.
- [Queen gives official consent for 'beloved' grandson Prince Harry to marry Meghan](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/queen-gives-official-consent-for-beloved-grandson-prince-harry-to-marry-meghan/): In an official letter written to the Privy Council, The Queen has given her formal consent for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry.
- [Prince Charles praises 'unseen' dedication of nurses with Sophie at Buckingham Palace](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/prince-charles-praises-unseen-dedication-of-nurses-with-sophie-at-buckingham-palace/): Prince Charles seemed in high spirits last night, as he hosted a reception for NHS nurses at Buckingham Palace, joined by The Countess of Wessex.
- [The Prince & the puppy: Heathrow anniversary visit for Charles - meets trainee detection dog](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/the-prince-the-puppy-heathrow-anniversary-visit-for-charles-meets-trainee-detection-dog/): A visit to Heathrow Airport yesterday saw Prince Charles meet an adorable member of the security team - a Cocker Spaniel puppy called Ned.
- [Countess of Wessex praises MRI technology in Somerset plus rural enterprise opening](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/countess-of-wessex-praises-mri-technology-in-somerset-plus-rural-enterprise-opening/): The Countess of Wessex carried out a series of engagements in Somerset yesterday, including a visit to the Radiology Department at Musgrove Park Hospital, in her capacity as Patron of Love Musgrove MRI Million Campaign.
- [George is 'police-obsessed' says William meeting winners of Met Excellence Awards with Harry](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-princess-wales/prince-william-prince-harry-meet-winners-of-met-police-excellence-awards-at-kensington-palace/): The Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry met the winners of the Met Excellence Awards at Kensington Palace yesterday.
- [Sophie hosts reception at the palace for the Ice Maiden Antarctic ski team](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/sophie-hosts-reception-at-the-palace-for-the-ice-maiden-antarctic-ski-team/): On Monday, The Countess of Wessex held a reception in honour of the Ice Maiden Antarctic ski team, all of whom are members of the British Army.
- [Culinary Camilla: Duchess bakes bread at primary school for Commonwealth Big Lunch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/king-charles-queen-camilla/culinary-camilla-duchess-bakes-bread-at-primary-school-for-commonwealth-big-lunch/): Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has today attended a Commonwealth Day Big Lunch at Barn Croft Primary School in Walthamstow, East London.
- [Meghan joins Queen & members of Royal Family to celebrate Commonwealth Day](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/meghan-joins-the-queen-and-members-of-the-royal-family-to-celebrate-commonwealth-day/): Meghan Markle has attended her first official engagement with The Queen, as she joined Prince Charles, Camilla, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Andrew, The Princess Royal, The Countess of Wessex, The Duchess of Gloucester, Princess Alexandra, and of course her fiance Prince Harry, to celebrate Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey.
- [Earl of Wessex attends concert with Julian Lloyd Webber at Birmingham Conservatoire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/earl-of-wessex-attends-concert-with-julian-lloyd-webber-at-birmingham-conservatoire/): Yesterday, The Earl of Wessex was in Birmingham to attend a concert at the city's Conservatoire, which is part of Birmingham City University.
- [Royal diary: upcoming engagements 12th-18th March](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-diary/royal-diary-upcoming-engagements-12th-18th-march/): Another busy week for the Royal Family; the Commonwealth Day service will take place, plus Sophie is heading to Somerset, Camilla to Chester and the Cambridges will hand out shamrocks for St Patrick's Day.
- [The Queen’s Jewellery: Queen Alexandra's pearl wedding brooch](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/the-queens-jewellery-queen-alexandras-wedding-parure-brooch/): The brooch that is part of Queen Alexandra's wedding parure features three large pearls surrounded by diamonds, with three pendants of diamond and drop pearls.
- [Duchess of Gloucester opens two new buildings in Gloucestershire](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/duchess-of-gloucester-opens-two-new-buildings-in-gloucestershire/): On Friday, The Duchess of Gloucester was in her eponymous county, that of Gloucestershire, to formally open two new buildings.
- [Marines charity concert - Prince Harry's first engagement as Captain General](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/prince-harry-and-meghan/marines-charity-concert-prince-harrys-first-engagement-as-captain-general/): Prince Harry undertook his first official engagement as Captain General of the Royal Marines last night, attending the Mountbatten Festival of Music.
- [Royal wedding cakes throughout the generations](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/history-posts/royal-wedding-cakes-throughout-the-generations/): The happy announcement of Prince Harry and Meghan's engagement has caused much interest in what the royal wedding will be like: traditional, modern, a mix of the two?
- [The Crown cast: Hugh Laurie replacing Matt Smith as Prince Philip?](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/the-crown-cast-hugh-laurie-replacing-matt-smith-as-prince-philip/): As Matt Smith's tenure playing Prince Philip in 'The Crown' comes to an end, rumour has it that Hugh Laurie is to take over the role.
- [Is The Queen Britain's most influential woman? Not according to public poll](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/queen-and-philip/is-the-queen-britains-most-influential-woman-not-according-to-a-public-poll/): Do you think Queen Elizabeth II is the most influential woman in British history?
- [Princess Anne at military horse race and opening new centre for Hearing Dogs](https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/royal-news/other-royals/princess-anne-at-military-horse-race-and-opening-new-centre-for-hearing-dogs/): Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, has presented trophies to the jockey and winning connections of today's Grand Military Gold Cup at Sandown Park, and opened a new welcome centre for charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf Peo