The Royals

A true British institution, the Royal Family is considered to be one of the country’s main attractions. From their illustrious palaces and their intriguing traditions to their deep roots in Britain’s history, the Monarchy continues to be a symbol of the nation.
With HM Queen Elizabeth II celebrating her Diamond Jubilee in 2012 and the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall winning over the hearts of the world, there’s never been a better time to be a Royal
George V

Who was George V? Why did he change the Royal Family’s name? 

King George V promoted the reach of the British Empire and encouraged the idea of a coalition between the three major political parties. He ruled from 1910-1936 As a descendant of Prince Albert and the…

Kensington Palace: A Royal Home. Credit: Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace: A Royal Home

As royal wedding excitement hits fever pitch, we explore the London borough the newlyweds will call home Words Chantal Borciani Flanked by the verdant acres of Hyde Park and a stone’s throw from walks along…

WQueen Victoria and Prince Albert in a painting by Edwin Landseer depecting the couple at Windsor Castle

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert: a royal love story

From their early courtship to Albert’s untimely death, the love affair between Queen Victoria and Prince Albert showed a warmer side to the Queen Though their affection for each other has been well documented –…

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Credit: Creative Commons

Royal Wedding 2018: Britain Magazine Guide

On Saturday, May 19, 2018, Prince Harry will marry Meghan Markle at St George’s Chapel, Windsor. Here’s our guide to the big day, with everything from the story of the happy couple to full details…

Royal Wedding Souvenirs - Harry and Meghan

Royal Wedding Souvenirs

As the Royal Wedding draws ever closer, we look at the best Royal Wedding Souvenirs to commemorate the event, taking place at St George’s Chapel, Windsor on Saturday 19 May 2018 Harrods Tote bag This tote bag…

Harry and Meghan china

Souvenirs celebrating Harry and Meghan’s wedding go on sale

From mugs to biscuits, souvenirs are being produced to celebrate marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

By Royal Appointment: History of Royal Warrants

As previous holder Rigby & Peller is stripped of its status, we look back at the history of Royal Warrants, which are held by suppliers to the Royal Family

Inside Buckingham Palace: take a behind-the-scenes tour

The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace open to the public each summer. Don’t miss your chance to go behind-the-scenes at the Queen’s London home

Guards at entrance to Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Visiting Windsor Castle: HM The Queen’s weekend home

Find out all about visiting Windsor Castle, the location for this year’s royal wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

King James I (James VI of Scotland)

Who was James VI? How did he escape the Gunpowder Plot?

King James oversaw a relatively peaceful reign, despite Guy Fawkes trying to blow up the Houses of Parliament. He was King of Scotland as James VI from 1567 and King of England and Ireland as…