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
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 the...
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 –...
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...
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 is...
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
From the days of Queen Victoria, memorabilia marking the anniversaries and weddings of the royal family have been...
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
Ever since King Henry II gave...
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
Buckingham Palace is a world-famous icon of Great Britain and its...
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
Set high above the River Thames in the sleepy county of Berkshire, Windsor Castle is often...
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...
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