Wedding of the Duke of Gloucester

Happy Anniversary to the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, who got married on this day in 1972. When Prince Richard of Gloucester married Danish Birgitte van Deurs, the couple expected a life out of the spotlight. However, after the deaths of his father and brother soon after their simple country wedding at Barnwell Church, the couple had to step up and take on a large royal role. Today, they remain one of the Queen’s biggest supports, and the most hardworking members of the family. The Duke and Duchess have three children and reside at Kensington Palace. Continue reading

Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh hosted the last annual Garden Party of 2017 at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh on July 4th. There are four annual Garden Parties hosted by the Queen at Buckingham Palace and the Palace of Holyrood House for around 30,000 guests yearly, as well as a few special others. Click HERE to take a look at the first Garden Party, HERE for the second, and HERE for the third. Continue reading