Topic: Queen Elizabeth II

The reign of Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Eizabeth II is officially the world's longest reigning monarch, but what comparisons can be made between her reign and that of Queen Elizabeth I?

Does Queen Elizabeth do an uncanny impression of Donald Trump and Margaret Thatcher?

We often think of Queen Elizabeth II as a stern, serious figure, who's known for her stiff upper lip but not according to some!

Queen Elizabeth II's advice to William and Harry on royal duties

Given the fact that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have now opted out of their royal duties the advice the Queen once handed down to her grandsons, Prince William and Harry, seem even more poignant.

Lady Louise Windsor - meet Queen Elizabeth's favourite grandchild

A royal insider recently revealed that the Queen's favourite grandchild is Lady Louise Windsor, eldest child of Prince Edward and his wife Sophie. Here's everything you need to know about Lady Louise.

Did you know Kate Middleton will inherit this title when the Queen dies?

As Prince William's wife, Kate Middleton's title as Duchess of Cambridge will automatically change when Queen Elizbabeth II either dies or steps down

Does Queen Elizabeth use secret signals to communicate with her staff?

The Queen reportedly has a number of secret hand signals. Did you know about them?

The day the Princess of Wales became Queen Elizabeth II

Prince Philip told his wife that her father had died and she was now Queen, his cousin has revealed 

Surprising nicknames The Royals use with each other

The Royals are just like any other family, which means they all have nicknames for each other, yes, even Queen Elizabeth!

Who is the most popular Royal in the UK?

With everything you read in the international media do you ever wonder who exactly is the most popular member of the Royal family with the British people?

President Biden heaps praise on Queen Elizabeth following Windsor Castle visit

Biden said she reminded him of his own beloved mother and praised her generosity.

Why does Queen Elizabeth have two birthdays?

Have you ever wondered why Queen Elizabeth celebrates her birthday twice?

Prince Philip's friendship with Daphne du Maurier

Did Prince Philip and Daphne Du Maurier have a relationship?

Joe Biden will be visiting Windsor Castle!

Joe Biden will be having afternoon tea with Queen Elizabeth.

Queen Elizabeth on her relationship with Christ

"I have been — and remain — very grateful to you for your prayers and to God for his steadfast love."

The royal tradition that ended with Prince Charles

There was one royal tradition that ended with the birth of Prince Charles, and it may surprise you 

How much does the Royal Family cost the British taxpayer?

A report in 2019 revealed that Queen Elizabeth II and her family cost the British people £67 million during the previous year.

Why do only some Royals wear tiaras

Have you ever wondered why only some royals wear tiaras and others never have? We know!

Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation: Some interesting lesser-known facts

On June 2 1953 Princess Elizabeth was crowned as Queen Elizabeth II. Here are some top facts about the her coronation 67 years ago.

What is Queen Elizabeth's favourite dessert?

Did you know Queen Elizabeth has a sweet tooth? Here's what she likes best.

What does Queen Elizabeth eat everyday?

Is Queen Elizabeth's diet the secret to her good health?

WATCH: The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth

Their Majesties King George VI and Queen Elizabeth were crowned on 12 May 1937 following the abdication of his brother King Edward VIII

The Irish Lord who captured Queen Elizabeth's heart

Queen Elizabeth and Patrick Plunket enjoyed a special relationship. Read more to find out about their close bond.

Queen Elizabeth II bought her wedding dress with WWII ration coupons

Two years after the end of the Second World War Elizabeth purchased her wedding dress using ration coupons.

Here's 8 things you never knew about Queen Elizabeth

Did you know these facts about Queen Elizabeth?

Is this Queen Elizabeth II's secret to good health?

She's been on the throne for 67 years, but what is the secret to Queen Elizabeth II's good health?

How many of these famous British women through history do you know?

From Cartimandua to Florence Nightingale and Nell Gwyn to Margaret Thatcher, we look at famous women throughout English history. 

Why Queen Elizabeth II is in the Guinness Book of World Records

Queen Elizabeth II is a Guinness Book of Records seven times over but what kind of records does the Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith hold?

The strangest rules the Royal Family must follow

Did you know the Royal Family had to follow these rules?

Kate is Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order but what does it mean?

To celebrate the Duchess of Cambridge's 8th wedding anniversary, the Queen made her a Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order - the highest honour she can bestow. But what exactly does it mean?

Plant a tree to mark Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee!

People all over the United Kingdom are planting trees to mark Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee in 2022, celebrating her 70th year as monarch.

What to expect when Queen Elizabeth II dies

As the word's longest-reigning monarch, there's an entire generation of people who have never known life without Queen Elizabeth.

What are Queen Elizabeth's hobbies?

Just what are Queen Elizabeth's hobbies for this period of self-isolation?

Queen Elizabeth's advice on wearing a crown

Have you seen this charming clip?

Have you seen this footage of the Royal Family at Windsor?

Have you seen this footage of the Royal family at Windsor?

WATCH: Incredible footage of Queen Elizabeth on her wedding day

Have you seen this amazing footage of Queen Elizabeth's wedding day? Take a look!

The one thing The Queen and her heirs always travel with

What do Queen Elizabeth, Prince William and Prince Harry always travel with?

Inside Balmoral Castle - Queen Elizabeth II's holiday home

Queen Elizabeth will be setting off on her holidays to Balmoral Castle very soon. How much do you know about this incredible place?

WATCH: The Royals celebrate Elizabeth and Philip's engagement in 1947

Have you seen this incredible British Pathé footage Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip from their engagement party?

Here's why Queen Elizabeth won't be returning to Buckingham Palace

Queen Elizabeth reportedly won't be living in Buckingham Palace anymore.

Have you seen this footage of the Royal Family at Braemar?

The Royal Family's love for Scotland is very well documented and this footage at the Highland Games illustrates that wonderfully.

Queen Elizabeth sent a heartfelt message regarding her last trip to Northern Ireland with Prince Philip

Queen Elizabeth sent a heartfelt message regarding her last trip to Northern Ireland with Prince Philip.

WATCH: Footage of Queen Elizabeth honoring JFK

On Nov 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. Watch this historic footage of the Queen paying her respect.

Queen Elizabeth II and Winston Churchill's unlikely friendship

The pair who ruled during World War II enjoyed a deep and enduring friendship despite their differences.

JFK and Jackie insulted Queen Elizabeth at royal dinner

How accurate is the The Crown's depiction of the 1961 meeting of the Kennedys and Queen Elizabeth II?

Queen Elizabeth's birthday message

Queen Elizabeth has shared a heartfelt birthday message following the death of Prince Philip.

How does Queen Elizabeth remember everyone's name?

Queen Elizabeth spends a huge amount of time meeting people. At 94 years old, how on earth does she remember their names?

Who are the most popular Royals?

Ever wondered who are the most popular Royals? Thanks to YouGov, now we can find out. And you might just be surprised at who made the top ten!

WATCH: Queen Elizabeth Attends The Opera

Have you seen this incredible footage of Queen Elizabeth at the opera?

How the world's largest diamond was cut for the Crown Jewels

Documents explaining how the 3,106-carat Cullinan diamond, the largest ever found, was cut for the crown jewels were auctioned in 2019.

Queen Elizabeth and David Attenborough's decades-long friendship

David Attenborough and HRH Queen Elizabeth are both national treasures aged in their 90s but did you know they were pals. This clip of the pair will make you smile.

New documentary 'The Queen Unseen' shows the world the Royal Family like never before

Footage used is primarily from the 1950s and serves to show the Queen as a mother, wife, and head of the household. 

The story of Meghan Markle's wedding tiara

The new book "Finding Freedom" reveals Queen Elizabeth II refused to allow Meghan Markle to wear the tiara she picked out for her wedding day. 

By Appointment: How to be Queen for a day

A Royal coat of arms and the statement “By Appointment” mark a product favored by the Royal Family and allow anyone to sample the material comforts of the Royals. Ever wonder how you might pretend to be Queen Elizabeth forb a day?

Watch: Footage of Queen Elizabeth II in Ethiopia in 1965

Have you seen this footage of Queen Elizabeth in Ethiopia?

Remembering the Queen Mother on her anniversary

On this day, March 30, 2002, Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, passed away aged 101, today we remember her and how her daughter recently honored her mother.

Queen Elizabeth reveals where her father hid The Crown Jewels during WWII

Letters have revealed that in order to protect the royal jewels from the Nazis, they were hidden In a biscuit tin, 60 feet below Windsor Castle on the order of King George VI.

WATCH: A young Queen Elizabeth plays at home

Have you seen this footage of Queen Elizabeth playing as a young child in Windsor?

Queen Elizabeth wishes Ireland Happy St. Patrick's Day, in Irish

In a letter to Ireland's President, the Queen of England wrote 'Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh go léir".

Harry and Meghan Markle's tell-all Oprah Interview - The world reacts

Harry and Meghan's tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey aired on Sunday night and bombshells were dropped.

How much is St Edward's Coronation Crown worth?

How much does the coronation crown cost? Let's find out

Have you seen this footage of the Royal Family at Balmoral?

Remarkable British Pathé footage shows the Royal Family, including Queen Elizabeth and newborn Prince Andrew, arrive at their Scottish castle in 1960.

Queen Elizabeth will host President Joe Biden at Buckingham Palace

HRH Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles will meet with the new President of the United States Joe Biden in June 2021 at Buckingham Palace, London.

Four times the Royals have gotten involved with politics

Meghan Markle has been on the receiving end of some harsh criticism due to her involvement in politics but she isn't the first!

Where do the Royal Family go on vacation in the United Kingdom?

From the Scottish highlands to the Norfolks coast, travel like the Royal family, as we explore where Queen Elizabeth and co spend their holidays.

Queen Elizabeth's message to Joe Biden

Queen Elizabeth has reached out to Joe Biden ahead of him stepping into the White House.

Queen Elizabeth makes changes to the Royal Ascot schedule

Queen Elizabeth has made some changes to the Royal Ascot 2021 schedule.

The Royal Family's secret code words

Have you heard any of these code words?

All Queen Elizabeth II's Royal garden parties cancelled due to new lockdown

Buckingham Palace has announced that there will be no summer garden parties, offering the public a chance to visit with the Queen in 2021

The heartbreaking reason Queen Elizabeth keeps her Christmas tree up

Do you know why Queen Elizabeth's Christmas tree will stay up until February?

Who should take over after Queen Elizabeth? The public have spoken!

A recent YouGov poll has raised some eyebrows.

A history of British royal family's Christmas celebrations

From William the Conqueror to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's Christmas celebrations here how Britain's Christmas celebrations evolved through the ages.

WATCH: Incredible footage of the Queen addressing Westminster

Have a look at this amazing footage of Queen Elizabeth addressing Westminster in 1966

Queen, Prince William, Charles and Harry could all be celebrating Christmas apart in 2020

Even the British Royal Family isn't immune to lockdown restrictions.

WATCH: The Royal Family pay their respects for Remembrance Sunday

This Sunday marked Remembrance Sunday, a pivotal day in the British Royal calendar, the Royal Family paid their respects to Britain's fallen heroes.

Queen Elizabeth's private commemoration of Unknown Soldier at Westminster Abbey

As Britain prepares for a second COVID-19 lockdown, her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II traveled from Windsor Castle to London to mark the centenary of the burial of the Unknown Soldier.

Queen Elizabeth honors COVID heroes in birthday honors

Healthcare workers are to receive some special consideration in Queen Elizabeth's birthday honors for 2020.

Queen Elizabeth heartbroken as Royal engagements cancelled until 2021

Queen Elizabeth won't be holding any Royal events for the rest of the year.

Has Prince Andrew made his last public appearance for the Royal Family?

Has Prince Andrew made his last public appearance?

Netflix releases photos of season four of The Crown

Some images have been shared Princess Diana and Margaret Thatcher from the upcoming season of The Crown!

Is Queen Elizabeth facing a staff revolt?

Could this spell trouble for the Royal Family?

The COVID-19 pandemic isn't the first the British Royal family have weathered

The world is currently battling the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak. Here is a look back at the pandemics through history and how the Royal Family fared.

Queen Elizabeth will not return to Buckingham Palace, due to COVD-19

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has been praised for her decision to move back to Windsor Palace.

Is this Queen Elizabeth's finest speech?

Could this be Queen Elizabeth's best speech?

Who are the UK's most admired people?

A YouGov public opinion poll discovered who the most admired people in the United Kingdom were in 2019.

Is this Queen Elizabeth's favourite TV show?

Is this Queen Elizabeth's favorite TV show? Certainly at Christmas time!

Could COVID-19 mean the end of public duties for Queen Elizabeth?

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II may have to stop her regular royal duties indefinitely.

What you need to know about VE Day

Victory in Europe Day (known as VE Day), May 8, celebrates the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces. 

New documentary shows how World War II shaped Queen Elizabeth II

Just ahead of victory in Europe Day (VE Day) a new PBS documentary show's how the people and Queen Elizabeth lived through World War II.

Queen Elizabeth promotes Captain Tom to Colonel on his 100th birthday

Honorary Colonel Tom Moore tuns 100 today having raised over £30 million for the health service to help battle COVID-19.

Five surprising Royal hobbies

We follow their every move, but what do the Royals do when they're off duty? Here's a look at some of the more surprising royal hobbies.

Queen Elizabeth's COVID-19 birthday plans

This year is set to be an outlier for Her Majesty as she's forced to stay safe at home in Windsor Castle during the coronavirus outbreak.

Queen Elizabeth has addressed the nation

Queen Elizabeth has addressed the nation regarded COVID-19.

Queen Elizabeth II asks Britons to take action for "the greater good" amid COVID-19 pandemic

As Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, have self-isolated to Windsor Castle, to weather the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, she sent a message of support to her people.

Queen Elizabeth's first married home to become a museum

The Maltese Government have revealed their plans to turn the couple's first home into a museum.

WATCH: Queen Elizabeth plants a tree

Queen Elizabeth has proven no one is too old to swing a shovel. Take a look at this video.

Our favorite British couples for St. Valentine's Day

Looking for love? These couples might give you some tips. Check out some of our favorite British couples

Around Town Online: September

September is one of my favourite times of year in London. The weather usually cheers up, evenings are still relatively long, there’s loads still going on - and the kids are back in school, which makes getting around just that tiny bit easier. Of course there are still lots of visitors, but that just gives the place a buzz. With a bit of luck the tube strikes that have been plaguing London this summer will be over too.