Queen Elizabeth II Archives

Why Princess Margaret had an influence over the Queen’s decision to let Prince Harry step back

"She [the Queen] has a particular sensitivity to what Harry has been going through because of her closeness to Margaret," royal historian Robert Lacey claims.

The Royal Family’s official website accidentally linked to an X-rated site instead of a charity

It's been a bumpy start to 2020 for the Royal Family.

More royal heartbreak: The Queen’s nephew the Earl of Snowdon has separated from his wife of 26 years

The news comes just days after the Queen’s eldest grandchild also confirmed he was splitting from his wife.

What really happened the moment Queen Elizabeth found out she was Queen

February 6th this year marked 68 years since Princess Elizabeth became Queen.

Prince Harry reveals why he and Duchess Meghan stepped back from royal life

Prince Harry reveals he felt ‘there was no option’ but to leave royal life

Prince Harry has broken his silence to reveal why he and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, have walked away from royal life.

Why The Crown has changed the way we think about the royals

From dad jokes to misunderstandings – Megxit shows that the Netflix show has made royal experts of us all. For the worse, says Rhiannon Evans.

The Queen issues a rare statement about the Sussexes, confirming they will no longer be full-time royals

“Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working Members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life.”

Prince George and Princess Charlotte steal the show as they and the royals attend the annual Christmas service

It's a royal debut!

The Palace released photographs of Prince George making Christmas puddings and what a treat!

Four generations of royals came together to bake Christmas puds for a very special cause.

How the British royal family celebrate Christmas – including the tradition that lets the young royals open their presents early

The royals take the festive season very seriously - and we love them for it!

Take a look back at Queen Elizabeth’s first televised Christmas message 62 years ago

In a royal first, the young Monarch chose to broadcast her annual Christmas message on television.

Prince Charles visits Prince Philip amid reports he’s preparing for a role as ‘Shadow King’

He’s the longest-serving heir apparent in British history and it looks like Prince Charles’ time to step up is finally here.

Duchess Catherine wore this special brooch on Remembrance Sunday for a very touching reason

The royal attended two events with the Queen and members of the royal family to commemorate those who have lost their lives in conflict.

The Queen has ruled out real fur from her future wardrobe

Her Majesty’s dresser Angela Kelly made the revelation in her new memoir.

The Queen’s dresser shares the April Fools prank she played on the Monarch – and her funny response

Queen Elizabeth’s close confidante has shared rare (and funny) personal anecdotes about her special relationship with Her Majesty.

Love horses and royals? Dream about living in a palace? Have we got the job for you!

For some, this would be the role of a lifetime!

MAFS James Hardy and Carmen Stimpson honeymoon in Fiji

MAFS groom James Hardy’s chatty encounter with the Queen

And it appears James made quite the impression on Her Majesty!

New book details the lives of the photographers who captured the royals behind closed doors

Kiwi author Rodney Laredo uncovers a remarkable royal story of trust and loyalty.

The hilarious prank the Queen played on a group of US tourists

Her Majesty’s a very funny lady!

The Queen’s cousin says the royal family ‘don’t communicate very well’

Lord Ivar Mountbatten is the first openly gay member of the British royal family, but says his sexual orientation isn’t something the royal family discusses.

6 things you may not know about the Queen’s favourite summer retreat, Balmoral castle

It's said to be the home where the Queen is "the most happy".

The Queen reportedly joked Donald Trump’s helicopters ‘ruined’ her lawn

The Queen is said to have commented about the marks left on the Buckingham Palace lawn following Trump’s visit to Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison.

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A royal biographer dishes on what the Queen carries in her handbag

Here are the must-have handbag items Her Majesty likes to always have handy.

Revealed: Prince Philip’s favourite story about the Queen – and it’s pretty hilarious

Say ‘happiness’ in a French accent and you’ll see where this is going…

Why everyone’s talking about the Queen and a very mischievous pony

The Queen had a reunion with a cheeky Shetland pony as she begins her summer holidays in Scotland.

Why the Queen has made the ‘unusual effort’ to make Duchess Meghan feel welcomed into the royal family

A royal commentator has weighed in on the close bond that’s struck up between Queen Elizabeth and her grand daughter-in-law Meghan.

The incredible footage showing the quick-thinking Queen saving Prince William from a nasty accident

The Queen didn't hesitate to run after her grandson and catch him in time.

Here’s how the Queen is reportedly planning to celebrate Duchess Meghan’s birthday

The Duchess of Sussex celebrates her 38th birthday next week.

How the Queen decides what to wear each day is fascinating

How the Queen decides what to wear each day turns out to be absolutely fascinating

There is much to be considered!

An intruder just got caught breaking into Buckingham Palace while the Queen was fast asleep

Thankfully her Majesty is safe and sound!

How Archie’s christening photos compare to royal christenings throughout the years

From Archie's christening just this weekend to his great-grandmother the Queen's almost 100 years ago. We take a look back at some of the most iconic royal christenings.

All the details surrounding the Queen’s secret diary have just been revealed

We can but only imagine what might be written inside!

The Queen just passed on this very special patronage to Duchess Catherine

She’s held onto the role for 67 years, and now she’s passing it onto her granddaughter-in-law.

Mike Tindall makes the Queen laugh when he reveals what’s hiding under his top hat

Mike Tindall aka The Mad Hatter?

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Royal ladies in blue! See all the gorgeous outfits from the first day of Royal Ascot 2019

Hues of blue and blush pink were the colours of choice for the royal ladies at Royal Ascot's opening day.

Why the announcement of Baby Archie’s name was like an early birthday present for the Duke of Edinburgh

The Duke celebrated his 98th birthday on June 10!

Prince Louis makes an adorable debut: All the best moments from Trooping the Colour 2019

We can't get enough of those chubby cheeks!

Could this be the special reason why the royals chose to wear white at the state banquet?

The royals looked dazzling in white for the elegant affair.

The most talked about moments from Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK

The US President and his family may have only been in the UK for a fleeting three-day visit, but those three days were by all means long enough to provide the internet with a lot of moments to talk about.

Duchess Catherine looks gorgeous wearing her favourite tiara to the Queen’s State Banquet for Donald Trump

Her go-to headpiece was also a favourite of her late mother-in-law Princess Diana.

The Queen just had the sweetest 70-year reunion – see the then-and-now photos

It’s probably the sweetest thing we’ve seen all week!