Topic: Queen Elizabeth II

WATCH: Queen Elizabeth opens Sydney Opera House in 1973

Fifty years ago this week Queen Elizabeth II opened the Sydney Opera House and in her speech, Her Majesty said the iconic building had "captured the imagination of the world".

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.

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.

The reign of Queen Elizabeth II

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

HRH Queen Elizabeth II writings on her faith

The late Queen Elizabeth II once said, "I have been — and remain — very grateful to you for your prayers and to God for his steadfast love."

What did Queen Elizabeth eat everyday?

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

WATCH: Incredible old footage of Princess Anne's christening in 1950

Royal christenings are a chance for the whole Royal Family to come together and celebrate the birth of their newest member.

What was Queen Elizabeth's favourite dessert?

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

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

This footage of the Royals at Windsor really is special.

WATCH: Queen Elizabeth Attends The Opera

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

A history of the British royal family's Christmas celebrations

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

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. 

Queen Elizabeth revealed 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.

Four times the Royals have gotten involved with politics

The Royal Family are, as a rule, expected to stay out of politics and refrain from giving their personal opinion on certain topics, so as to remain impartial.

What were Queen Elizabeth's hobbies?

Just what were Queen Elizabeth's hobbies?

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?

The one thing King Charles and his heirs always travel with

What did Queen Elizabeth, and now King Charles and Prince William always travel with?

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

Here is the advice the Queen once handed down to her grandsons, Prince William and Harry.

Britain’s Queen Mother was desperate to come to Ireland

State papers reveal that Queen Elizabeth's mother was "dying to go" to Ireland.

The Royal Family's secret code words

Have you heard any of these code words?

Rare footage of Queen Elizabeth courtesy of Buckingham Palace

The Royal Family shared a special video.

Watch: Footage of Queen Elizabeth II in Ethiopia in 1965

Have you seen this footage of Queen Elizabeth in Ethiopia?

Inside Balmoral Castle - Queen Elizabeth II's holiday home

Join us as we take a look at the castle that has always been somewhat of a sanctuary for the Royals.

The royal tradition that ended with King Charles

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

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.

Did you know Kate Middleton inherited this title after the Queen's death?

Did you know that Kate Middleton, Prince William's wife, had her royal title changed when Queen Elizabeth II died?

A secret diary revealed some facts about Queen Elizabeth's childhood

An old diary published some interesting tidbits about Queen Elizabeth.

How much is St Edward's Coronation Crown worth?

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

WATCH: "Queen at War" shows how World War II shaped Queen Elizabeth II

A PBS documentary show's how the people and Queen Elizabeth lived through World War II.

The strangest rules the Royal Family must follow

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

WATCH: Incredible footage of the Queen addressing Westminster

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

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

Queen Elizabeth appointed the Princess of Wales as the Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order - the highest honour she can bestow. But what exactly does it mean?

Queen Elizabeth II - A historic reign

Queen Elizabeth II ruled for 70 years and 214 days before her death on 8th September 2022, at the age of 96 years. We take a look back at her incredible historic reign.

Was this Queen Elizabeth's finest speech?

"In opening the Parliament in 1960, Queen Elizabeth gave a dignified and rousing speech, one of the first of her tenure. It undoubtedly set a standard."

Queen Elizabeth II's advice on wearing a crown

Have you seen this charming clip?

How did Queen Elizabeth remember everyone's name?

Queen Elizabeth spent a huge amount of time meeting people. How on earth did she remember their names?

Watch: Archive 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.

Lady Louise Windsor - meet Queen Elizabeth's favourite grandchild

The late Queen Elizabeth and her granddaughter had a very special bond.

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!

Why do only some Royals wear tiaras

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

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 did the Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith hold?

Surprising facts about Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's historic wedding

On November 20, 1947, the world witnessed a fairytale come to life as Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, exchanged vows in a ceremony that would go down in history.

WATCH: The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth

Here we take a look back at the Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.

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.

Why did Queen Elizabeth have two birthdays?

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

WATCH: 1952 British Pathé Princess Elizabeth as she's proclaimed Queen is incredible

On the Proclamation Day of Queen Elizabeth, this incredible footage was released by the newsreel specialists British Pathé. It is quite stunning.

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?

The Royal decade in British Pathé technicolor

Have you seen this footage of the Royal decade following Queen Elizabeth's coronation?

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

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

Facts about Queen Elizabeth II you never knew

Did you know these facts about Queen Elizabeth?

Queen Elizabeth and David Attenborough remarkable friends spanned over six decades

Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, and Sir David Attenborough, the legendary naturalist and broadcaster, forged a remarkable friendship that spanned over six decades.

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.

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.

A Storied Legacy: Sandringham House in Norfolk

Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Norfolk, England, Sandringham House stands as a quintessential emblem of British royalty and aristocracy.

WATCH: A young Queen Elizabeth plays at home

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

The day the Princess of Wales became Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth has died. Now we look back at her historic coronation.

A history of Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Chicken and how to make it

Here we look back to 1953 and Queen Elizabeth's official dish, Coronational Chicken, which is still a British favourite.

Did Queen Elizabeth do an uncanny impression of Margaret Thatcher?

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

Recognising the style icon, Queen Elizabeth II

Over the years we've seen Royals break out some truly unique clothing. But no one did more for Royal fashion than Queen Elizabeth herself. 

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.

WATCH: Footage of Queen Elizabeth honoring JFK

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

WATCH: Queen Elizabeth was the first British monarch to visit Russia

On Oct 17, 1994, Queen Elizabeth II became the first ruling British monarch to set foot on Russian soil.

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

The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was ground-breaking in its own right – the first ever to be televised. Here are some top facts about her coronation 67 years ago.

Prince Philip's friendship with Daphne du Maurier

Did Prince Philip and Daphne Du Maurier have a relationship?

King Charles shares Queen Elizabeth's reasons for spending her final days in Balmoral

King Charles III has reflected on his mother, Quen Elizabeth II's final days in Scotland.

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

From the Scottish highlands to the Norfolk coast, travel like the Royal family, as we explore where King Charles and co spend their holidays.

The story of Meghan Markle's wedding tiara

A book revealed how Queen Elizabeth and the Duchess of Sussex disagreed over a tiara just ahead of Meghan Markle’s wedding to Prince Harry in 2018.

How much does the Royal Family cost the British taxpayer?

A report from June 2023 reveals that the Royal Household spent $136 million during the previous year.

Never before seen portrait of Queen Elizabeth II unveiled on anniversary of her passing

To mark the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's passing, an unreleased image of Her Majesty has been shared with the public alongside a message from King Charles.

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. 

The heartbreaking reason Queen Elizabeth kept her Christmas tree up

Did you know why Queen Elizabeth's Christmas tree stayed up until February?

Who are the most popular Royals?

Ever wondered who are the most popular Royals? You might just be surprised at who made the top ten!

What's next for the Royal Family? When's King Charles III's coronation?

As the Royal Family observes a week of mourning after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral we take a look at what's next for the British monarch and King Charles III.

WATCH: Queen Elizabeth II's official State Funeral

Over 2,000 guests expected at Westminister Abbey for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral, 70 years after the British monarch was coronated on the same blessed ground.

Day-to-day guide to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's state funeral and burial

Queen Elizabeth's state funeral will take place on Monday 19 September. Here is a day-to-day guide from now until then.

Queen Elizabeth II has died, Buckingham Palace confirmed

The United Kingdom's longest-serving monarch Queen Elizabeth II has died, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. 

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.

Will the Royal Family survive after Queen Elizabeth's reign?

Will the Royal Family survive once Queen Elizabeth moves on?

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

She's been on the throne for 70 years, but what is the secret to Queen Elizabeth II's good health?

Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebrations begin

Today Queen Elizabeth marked her Platinum Jubilee as she celebrated her 70 years on the British throne in front of thousands of spectators that gathered outside Buckingham Palace.

Documentary "The Queen Unseen" to air ahead of Platinum Jubilee

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

Prince William and Kate hail "inspiration" Queen Elizabeth II on her 96th birthday

Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II is celebrating her 96th birthday at the Duke of Edinburgh's cottage on her Sandringham Estate, in Norfolk.

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 and Royal Family honor Prince Philip at Westminster Abbey

Almost one year after the Duke of Edinburgh passed away the Royal Family and large crowds celebrated his life and legacy in London.

The history behind the gold shamrock Kate Middleton wears on St. Patrick's Day

Kate Middleton wears a special golden shamrock brooch on St. Patrick's Day, but do you know about its storied past?

Rare tree planted to honour Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee

A rare wild service tree has been planted in Queen Elizabeth Park in Grantham, Lincolnshire, to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

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

Queen Elizabeth II spends night in hospital for tests

The 95-year-old, who "reluctantly" canceled a scheduled two-day visit to Northern Ireland on medical advice, spent Wednesday night in hospital for "preliminary investigations"

New documents reveal what will happen when Queen Elizabeth dies

POLITICO has shared some details about what the process will be following Queen Elizabeth's death.

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.

Joe Biden will be visiting Windsor Castle!

Joe Biden will be having afternoon tea with Queen Elizabeth.

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.

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

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

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.

Queen Elizabeth's birthday message

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

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?

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.

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.

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.

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

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

A recent YouGov poll has raised some eyebrows.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.