The British Royal Family - news, views, clothes & shoes! #7

[Keine Engel]

Well . That happens here . Sometimes we get poked in the butt with Fergies umbrella. Sometimes we get poked with Diana's.

All the same. Just fun. Lighthearted banter.

And it's always colour co-ordinated!

 

[gregjrichards]

Prince Harry is used to private helicopters – but got a taste of ordinary air travel when he had to queue to get off a plane, above.

The Duke of Sussex, 34, was spotted on a British Airways flight to London from Rome after playing in a polo match to raise money for his African children’s charity Sentebale.

Fellow passenger Amy Garrick noticed Harry at the front of the plane as she waited to use the loo and later posted: ‘He smiled and said “Hi” when he realised I knew who he was.’

TALK OF THE TOWN: Harry joins smiles high club as he flies ordinary class flight to London from Rome | Daily Mail Online

 

[gregjrichards]

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are looking to recruit ‘his and hers’ aides from the Foreign Office to help with their bid to become global power figures.

Royal sources say that after losing several key members of staff, the couple are in the process of hiring ‘most of their new team from scratch’.

Meghan lost her assistant private secretary, Amy Pickerall, last month, and The Mail on Sunday understands that Heather Wong, a former US government official who does the same job for Prince Harry, is moving to a new role.

Harry and Meghan looking to recruit new staff from the Foreign Office | Daily Mail Online

 

[gregjrichards]

Especially for you @gregjrichards

Virtual tours: Windsor Castle​

A Royal home and fortress for over 900 years, Winsdor Castle, the largest occupied castle in the world, remains a working palace today.

The first tour is of a traditional State Banquet in St George's Hall.

Virtual tours: Windsor Castle

Virtual tours: Buckingham Palace​

An iconic building and official residence of The Queen, Buckingham Palace has been the focus of many moments of national celebration, from Jubilees and weddings to VE Day and the annual Trooping the Colour

The first tour will take you to the *Grand Staircase.* 《??? LOL

Virtual tours: Buckingham Palace

Thank you so much Keine Engel I really appreciate it.

 

[they'll get you]

Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew spark reconciliation rumours
Speculation surrounding the former couple's relationship has always been apparent, but it seems the Yorks may have just amped-up speculation after a recent public appearance together.
On Saturday Fergie, Beatrice and Eugenie stepped out in London to support the Duke of York at the Colonel's Review at the Horse Guards Parade.

Later on, Fergie took to her Instagram page, posting a photo with Andrew and their two daughters, expressing how "proud" she was of her ex-husband.
However back in April, a spokesperson for Fergie denied any rumours the couple had reconciled after the rumour mill started churning.

"The Duke and Duchess of York continue to be good friends and nothing has changed in their relationship," the spokesperson said.
Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew spark reconciliation rumours

 

[Alleykins]

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are looking to recruit ‘his and hers’ aides from the Foreign Office to help with their bid to become global power figures.

Royal sources say that after losing several key members of staff, the couple are in the process of hiring ‘most of their new team from scratch’.

Meghan lost her assistant private secretary, Amy Pickerall, last month, and The Mail on Sunday understands that Heather Wong, a former US government official who does the same job for Prince Harry, is moving to a new role.

Harry and Meghan looking to recruit new staff from the Foreign Office | Daily Mail Online

Where do I apply? LOL

 

[Laughing]

COLONIAL TROOPS AT TROOPING THE COLOUR 1919

King George V and his sons at Trooping the Colour ceremony King's Birthday Parade of 1919, which was held in Hyde Park, London.

"King George V on horseback; followed by other Royals - Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught; Prince Edward, Prince of Wales (future King Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor) & Prince Henry (Duke of Gloucester) and possibly Prince George, (Duke of Kent)."

Colonial Troops At Trooping The Colour

*This seems to be the oldest film footage I can find thus completing our 'Trooping on Film' history collection*

Love this but where was Prince Albert, (IIRC) Duke of York, later King George VI, father of HRH Elizabeth?

Is the commentary confused, again IIRC Arthur, Duke of Connaught was HRH Victoria's son & was living in 1919. He served as Governor of Canada.

 

[human]

All of the money. Seems unfortunate when there are great needs .

The Trumps book entire floor at £22,000-per-night five-star London hotel | Daily Mail Online

 

[Keine Engel]

Thank you so much Keine Engel I really appreciate it.

Here's a Scottish Beauty.

(Unfortunately this place is somewhat overshadowed by the English......Palaces)

Virtual tours: the Palace of Holyroodhouse​

"The Queen's official residence in Scotland, the Palace of Holyroodhouse plays host to Scottish people from all walks of life during Investitures, Garden Parties and other events.

The first tour is of the magnificent Grand Stair."

Virtual tours: the Palace of Holyroodhouse

** I knew it...

The Great Stair at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

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"When it was first built, the Great Stair was considered at the forefront of building design and technology. Perhaps its most notable feature is the spectacular plasterwork ceiling...

Visitors to the palace are greeted with large fresco paintings as they make their way up the Great Stair. These Italian works of art were completed in 1550 and were purchased by Prince Albert"

The Great Stair at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

 

[Keine Engel]

Love this but where was Prince Albert, (IIRC) Duke of York, later King George VI, father of HRH Elizabeth?

Is the commentary confused, again IIRC Arthur, Duke of Connaught was HRH Victoria's son & was living in 1919. He served as Governor of Canada.

Yeah, I don't think it's verified exactly when this was taken.
Description: Trooping the Colour.
*Location of events unknown / unclear.*

ARCHIVE: British Pathé
*ISSUE DATE: 1910 - 1920*
Colonial Troops At Trooping The Colour

 

[Keine Engel]

All of the money. Seems unfortunate when there are great needs .

The Trumps book entire floor at £22,000-per-night five-star London hotel | Daily Mail Online

Shush...What did we say about the 'Monarchy' & British tourism ££'s ĺol

Nice!

 

[Keine Engel]

Sunday Afternoon Matinee
Regal Residences - Buckingham Palace
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New virtual tour of Buckingham Palace takes public inside royal residence

"The Buckingham Palace Expedition takes you on a virtual tour through some of the Palace's State Rooms and highlights works of art from the Royal Collection that furnish them. Starting at the Grand Staircase, learn about the history of the Palace as a royal residence, before discovering how the State Rooms are used today by The Queen for official events.

The tour can be viewed in either VR (virtual-reality) or 360 format."

"The tour can be accessed on a computer through the official British Monarchy YouTube channel, but is perhaps best viewed on a smart phone, where a mere swipe of the screen provides full panoramic views of each room."

A royal tour: Go inside Buckingham Palace with new virtual video

360° Tour of Buckingham Palace​

"Use our 360 video to walk through the palace's rooms and discover for yourself some of the most treasured objects in the Royal Collection Trust."

What's inside of Buckingham Palace?
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**This is not actual video footage but animated graphics - Buckingham Palace
I thought this was really interesting & dare I say... Educational!! **

"In this video I show you as much as I can about the interior of the building! Unfortunately not everything is public but we'll do the best we can. I'll show you where the famous rooms are such as: throne room, music room, white drawing room, ball room, grand staircase and more!"

What's inside of Buckingham Palace?

 

[Keine Engel]

Sunday Afternoon Matinee
Regal Residences - Windsor Castle

WINDSOR CASTLE​

Home to The Queen and over 900 years of royal history.

"Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is open to visitors throughout the year.

Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 39 monarchs."

Visit Windsor Castle: Official Video

HIGHLIGHTS OF WINDSOR CASTLE
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"Watch our short film about visiting the Castle"

Highlights of Windsor Castle

 

[Keine Engel]

Sunday Afternoon Matinee
Regal Residences - Frogmore House

 

[Keine Engel]

Sunday Afternoon Matinee
Regal Residences - Frogmore House
(Part 2) ​

Royal Mausoleum of Queen Victoria & Prince Albert|An Introduction

Frogmore Mausoleum|A Labour of Love

Frogmore Mausoleum|Protecting History

 

[Keine Engel]

And finally..
(especially for @floridagrrl )

Althorp House - The final resting place of Princess Diana

Princess Diana's Final resting place
(Actual Mausoleum)

Princess Diana Memorial Fountain - Hyde Park

 

[Keine Engel]

...cont'd

Kensington Palace - The Sunken Garden​

"The Sunken Garden was planted in 2018 to mark 21 years since the death of Princess Diana.

The garden at Diana's former home has been inspired by memories of her life, style and image..."

"The Princess of Wales lived at Kensington Palace for fifteen years and famously admired the changing floral displays here in the Sunken Garden. She would often stop to talk to the gardeners"

 

[floridagrrl]

And finally..
(especially for @floridagrrl )

Althorp House - The final resting place of Princess Diana

Princess Diana's Final resting place
(Actual Mausoleum)

Princess Diana Memorial Fountain - Hyde Park

Awww, thank you!!!! LOVE

Cannot wait to visit there one day. Hoping in the next couple years; it’s my plan!

 

[human]

Shush...What did we say about the 'Monarchy' & British tourism ££'s ĺol

Nice!

Did you read about the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ for the security that the citizens will be paying for?

 

[Keine Engel]

Did you read about the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ for the security that the citizens will be paying for?

Actually I didn't - gonna have to go re-read it now