Buckingham Palace is making history by opening the room behind its iconic balcony to the public for the first time, offering a unique glimpse into royal history and the traditions of the British monarchy. Visitors can now explore the East Wing, including the yellow drawing room and the center room behind the balcony, which boasts newly restored features and historical artifacts. This new tour is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and royal watchers alike.
Buckingham Palace is set to open its iconic balcony to visitors, allowing them to step into the space where royals have made appearances for generations. This exciting new addition will offer a unique glimpse into the history and grandeur of the royal residence.
The portrait, painted by artist Jonathan Yeo, features Charles wearing the uniform of the Welsh Guards military unit against a background of vivid red hues. The butterfly perched just above his shoulder is a symbolic reference to the evolution of his role in public life. Commissioned in 2020 to commemorate his 50 years as a member of The Drapers’ Company, the oil on canvas artwork will be displayed at Drapers’ Hall in the City of London from the end of August.
Buckingham Palace has released a reassuring update on King Charles’ health, sharing a new photo of the King and Queen Camilla alongside details of the monarch’s upcoming plans. The photo, posted on the royal family’s social media accounts, shows the King and Queen walking arm-in-arm, with Camilla wearing a vibrant royal blue gown. Royal fans expressed their joy and well wishes, celebrating the news and wishing the King the best on his road to recovery.
Following King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis, Buckingham Palace and the British government have commenced a comprehensive review of documents pertaining to the monarch’s eventual funeral. Despite limited information regarding Charles’s illness, sources indicate that his health condition is more severe than publicly acknowledged. The Cabinet Office, responsible for state funerals, is scrutinizing the plans for ‘Operation Menai Bridge,’ the codename for the King’s passing, evaluating the successes and shortcomings of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. The review aims to ensure seamless execution of the intricate arrangements for Charles’s funeral, encompassing guest lists, security considerations, and time constraints. Royal expert Christopher Andersen expresses concern over the lack of transparency surrounding the King’s health, suggesting it may fuel speculation and conspiracy theories.
Britain’s King Charles III will return to public-facing duties next week after being diagnosed with cancer and undergoing treatment for nearly three months.
King Charles has begun updating his funeral plans as his health continues to decline. Sources close to Buckingham Palace have revealed that the King’s condition is ‘not good’ and that he is ‘really very unwell.’ Despite his determination to fight his illness, the palace is remaining optimistic. However, details of his condition have been kept under wraps, with previous updates only indicating that he was ‘responding well’ to treatment.
Two out of five Household Cavalry horses that bolted through central London on Wednesday are in a serious condition, according to Defence Procurement Minister James Cartlidge. The horses, named Quaker and Vida, were spooked by crashing building materials near Buckingham Palace and rampaged for six miles, smashing into cars, a taxi, and a bus. Three soldiers and a fourth person were injured during the incident.
Buckingham Palace has sparked controversy on social media after releasing an ad for their strawberry preserve just days after Meghan Markle debuted her own strawberry jam under her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. Many royal fans have accused the palace of intentionally overshadowing Markle’s product launch with its timely ad. The palace’s Instagram post showcased the preparation and serving of the strawberry preserve on various baked goods, inviting followers to share their own favorite ways to use it.
Buckingham Palace has posted an advertisement for its strawberry preserve, just days after Meghan Markle’s American Riviera Orchard brand unveiled its strawberry jam. The Palace’s preserve is priced at £3.95 per jar, while Meghan’s jam is yet to be priced. Social media users have been quick to point out the decision to promote a strawberry preserve on the palace shop Instagram account, with some suggesting it is a subtle shade at Meghan.
