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The Herald Scotland
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Did you see King and Queen in Scotland? Here are best Royal Week pics
Queen Camilla receives a bouquet of flowers as she leaves after opening Ratho Library in Newbridge, Edinburgh, celebrating a partnership with Edinburgh International Book Festival and Edinburgh City Libraries (Image: Lesley Martin/PA Wire) King Charles III tastes a 25-year-old Glen Scotia Single Malt whisky during a reception at Campbeltown Town Hall, to join a community reception before meeting members of the public in Campbeltown Main Street (Image: Jane Barlow -)) King Charles III meets members of the public in Campbeltown Main Street, as part of his trip to Scotland for Holyrood Week. (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire) Queen Camilla during a visit to officially open Ratho Library in Newbridge, Edinburgh, which celebrates a partnership with Edinburgh International Book Festival and Edinburgh City Libraries (Image: Lesley Martin/PA Wire) King Charles III during the Sovereign's Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. The party is part of the King's trip to Scotland. (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire) Queen Camilla during a visit to Kirkcaldy to unveil a Commemorative Cairn to mark the centenary of the Kirkcaldy War Memorial. (Image: Aaron Chown/PA Wire) Queen Camilla (left) during a visit to officially open Ratho Library in Newbridge, Edinburgh, which celebrates a partnership with Edinburgh International Book Festival and Edinburgh City Libraries, as part of her trip to Scotland for Holyrood Week. (Image: Lesley Martin/PA Wire) Queen Camilla meets guests during the Sovereign's Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. The party is part of the King's trip to Scotland for Holyrood (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire) King Charles III attends a reception at Campbeltown Town Hall, before meeting members of the public in Campbeltown Main Street (Image: Andrew Milligan /PA) King Charles III holds an audience with the First Minister of Scotland John Swinney, at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on July 2 in Edinburgh (Image: Andrew Milligan /PA) King Charles III greets well wishers during a visit to Campbeltown Farmers' Market at Campbeltown Heritage Centre (Image: Andrew Milligan /PA) Queen Camilla, as patron of Queen's Nursing Institute Scotland (QNIS), meets Queen's Nurse Ruth Stephen (left) during a reception for the QNIS at the Palace of Holyroodhouse (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire) King Charles III greets well wishers during a visit to Campbeltown Farmers' Market at Campbeltown Heritage Centre (Image: Andrew Milligan /PA) King Charles III during a visit to Campbeltown Farmers' Market at Campbeltown Heritage Centre (Image: Andrew Milligan /PA) King Charles III meets members of the public in Campbeltown Main Street, after attending a reception at Campbeltown Town Hall. (Image: Andrew Milligan /PA) Queen Camilla as patron of Queen's Nursing Institute Scotland (QNIS), hosts a reception for the QNIS at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, as part of her trip to Scotland for Holyrood Week (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire) King Charles III meets members of the public in Campbeltown Main Street, as part of his trip to Scotland for Holyrood Week (Image: Jane Barlow -)) King Charles III during a visit to Campbeltown Farmers' Market at Campbeltown Heritage Centre, as part of his trip to Scotland for Holyrood Week. Andrew Milligan/PA Wire King Charles III and Queen Camilla unveil a memorial stone in St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh where Queen Elizabeth II lay at rest before being carried to London, as part of their trip to Scotland for Holyrood Week. (Image: Aaron Chown/PA Wire) King Charles III waves to the crowds as he departs from Campbeltown New Quay, as part of his trip to Scotland for Holyrood Week. (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire)
Wales Online
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
King Charles 'bemused' by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's latest move
King Charles 'bemused' by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's latest move King Charles is said to be 'bemused' by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's latest move as the couple are reportedly in a feud with the British monarch over their children's future King Charles III and Queen Camilla, followed by Princess Anne, Princess Royal, arrive for the Sovereign's Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on July 1, 2025 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Image: Getty Images ) King Charles is reportedly embroiled in another dispute with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, this time concerning their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The British sovereign has found himself at the centre of controversy following revelations that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are seeking new passports for their offspring, hinting at a possible return to working Royal duties in the UK in the future. This development comes as a surprise, especially given Meghan and Harry's high-profile departure from Royal life in 2020 and their subsequent candid remarks about the institution. A confidant of the Sussexes told The Guardian that the intention behind the passport bid was so "when they grow older, they can decide for themselves whether they want to become working royals or stay out of public life." Amidst delays and bureaucratic hurdles in securing the passports, there's speculation that the Duke and Duchess suspect King Charles may be influencing the process. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, pose for a photo with their newborn baby son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, in St George's Hall at Windsor Castle on May 8, 2019. (Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images ) Article continues below In response, Buckingham Palace issued a statement denying such involvement: "King Charles, battling cancer and governing an entire monarchy, has better and more important matters to handle than meddling in passport applications," reports the Mirror US. The Daily Mail reports that King Charles is both incredulous and amused by the notion that Archie and Lilibet might assume Royal duties, considering their parents' decision to relinquish such roles in 2020. It is also believed that Prince William, who is next in line to the throne, would prevent Archie and Lilibet from assuming any Royal duties. Article continues below An insider reportedly told The Daily Beast's Tom Sykes about the Prince of Wales's stance, saying: "William obviously isn't going to hire Archie and Lilibet. This is just trolling on the part of Harry and Meghan." Royal commentator Richard Eden, writing for The Daily Mail, noted: "From what I am told, the removal of Archie and Lilibet's HRHs could be part of a wider 'slimming down' of the Monarchy when William becomes King."
The Herald Scotland
01-07-2025
- General
- The Herald Scotland
King and Queen begin Holyrood Week under guard of ceremonial female bodyguards
King Charles III talks with Annabel Biddulph of the Royal Company of Archers (Jane Barlow/PA) Earlier when the Queen opened Ratho library, she told her hosts the weather was 'cooler' than conditions in England and described the weather in Scotland as a 'drop in temperature'. Scots from a range of backgrounds from NHS workers to the military and charity volunteers were invited to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King and Queen's official residence in the Scottish capital, for the garden party. Annabel Biddulp was one of four female members of the Royal Company of Archers, the Sovereign's Body Guard in Scotland, on duty at the social event with their bows. She described herself as the sixth generation of her family to be an Archer, with her father and uncle also on duty, and said the historic moment was 'absolutely wonderful, so many of my family have been part of the Archers for generations'. King Charles III and Queen Camilla, followed by the Princess Royal, arrive for the Sovereign's Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse (Jane Barlow/PA) Ms Biddulph was going to celebrate with a 'jolly good party tonight' and said the King mentioned the trusty bow she was holding. 'He asked 'are you a dab hand at that' to which the answer was yes'. The garden party was staged in Holyroodhouse gardens, overlooked by Holyrood Park where Republic had staged a protest spelling out the words 'Not My King' with what appeared to be large pieces of white card that was visible by guests. Charles also chatted to Second World War veteran George McLeod, aged 99, who served as a private with the 4th Battalion, King's Own Scottish Borderers. The King praised Second World War veterans and spoke of the VE Day events held earlier in the year (Jane Barlow/PA) Mr McLeod was joined by his daughter Jan McLeod who said: 'The King spoke about the VE Day events in London and said it was very important to keep the memories alive and how sad it was we were losing veterans.' She added her father was in the German city of Bremen when the war ended in 1945: 'He was in communications and the first to hear the war was over, he's a bit of a joker, and no one believed him at first.'
Telegraph
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
The subtle messages behind the Royal family's Easter service fashion at Windsor
For the Royal family, Easter has long been an opportunity to usher in spring with seasonal hues and statement millinery, leaving behind winter's gloomier palette in favour of uplifting pastels. This year has proved no exception. King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by other members of the family at the Easter Matins Service at St George's Chapel, Windsor, and all received the Sunday best memo, with some subtle messages behind the stylish ensembles. Notably absent were the Prince and Princess of Wales, seemingly confirming reports that they would spend Easter at home in Norfolk with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. This marks the second year that the Waleses have missed the Easter service; last year, they did not attend due to the Princess's cancer diagnosis. For this year's service, Queen Camilla chose a classic Easter pastel in the form of a powder blue dress from Fiona Clare Couture, one of her go-to designers. The dress, which she has worn on a number of previous occasions, features ornate embroidery along the collar, front placket and cuffs. The delicate detail includes floral and leaf-covered vine motifs, striking the perfect mood for this spring occasion. A familiar Art Deco-style brooch also referenced Easter with its central moonstone, a gem said to symbolise new beginnings. Her co-ordinating rose-adorned hat was by Philip Treacy, a fitting choice given that Charles and Camilla have recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of their wedding, for which Treacy created a headpiece in lieu of a veil. Camilla finished the look with a Bottega Veneta bag in ecru and matching leather gloves, the latter echoing an ensemble she wore for the Sovereign's Garden Party at Palace of Holyroodhouse in 2024. The King also donned blue for the occasion, in a navy checked suit with a tie and pocket square in lighter shades of the hue. While green, a shade of renewal and hope, is a popular choice for the Royal family at Easter – indeed, Camilla wore her forest green Anna Valentine dress for the Maundy Thursday service that took place in Durham Cathedral earlier this week – blue also sends a subtle signal. 'Colour affects both the wearer and the viewer, so it can really make a difference,' says stylist Anna Berkeley. 'While green signifies regrowth, blue is trustworthy – hence its continued use in uniforms.' The Princess Royal opted for something between the two shades in a familiar favourite ensemble in shades of teal. Princess Anne is known for her thrifty and environmentally conscious commitment to rewearing outfits, and this year's Easter ensemble proved no exception. Her elegant patterned coat dress paired with a jaunty hat is a combination fans have seen many times since 2012, including multiple times at the Cheltenham Festival. Princess Beatrice, who arrived with her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, also followed Easter tradition in an emerald green dress from royal favourite British brand Beulah London. She's worn the flattering 'Ahana Chambre' crepe midi dress before on various occasions, but this time she smartened it up with matching green satin Mary Jane heels by Emilia Wickstead, a black Chanel mini flap bag and a gold and black 'Halo' headband by Justine Bradley-Hill Millinery. A slightly more unexpected – but equally elegant – colour choice came from other senior members of the Royal family: white. The Duchess of York channelled Chanel in a black and white tailored jacquard jacket from Veronica Beard, an American brand she has previously worn to Royal Ascot. She also amped up the designer fashion with a Teen Garance bag and glossy black calfskin slingbacks by Celine. Meanwhile, her daughter Princess Eugenie opted for a white belted trench coat from Reiss and veiled hat by Emily-London headwear, and the Duchess of Edinburgh appeared to be wearing white beneath a burgundy coat by Maison Alaïa. White is, in fact, a traditional Easter colour, symbolising purity, grace and, for some Christians, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In that sense, it's hard to think of a more fitting shade for this significant religious occasion.
