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Visit Windsor Castle and climb to the top of the world-famous Round Tower, one of the nation's iconic landmarks. The tour, which runs during the summer months, takes you up around 200 steps to the height of 65.5 metres above the River Thames, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Castle and … [Read more...]
The following statement was released by Buckingham Palace on Tuesday: A line up of musical stars from the worlds of rock and pop, along with the best of classical music and musical theatre, will perform at The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert, on Monday 4th June, Buckingham Palace and the BBC … [Read more...]
Queen Elizabeth – studious, stoic and worthy of her diamond jubilee A good, if backhanded, article by Simon Jenkins of the Guardian. Jenkins delicately sidesteps any ebullience or truly complimentary adjectives, lest he be branded as a monarchy supporter. This is expected from a writer for … [Read more...]
Given the recent growth of interest in Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee and the various announcements of pageants, flotillas, beacons and concerts, you may be wondering how you can play your part in the Diamond Jubilee. One answer is to enter the Jubilee Time Capsule. The Jubilee Time Capsule … [Read more...]
Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's 63rd monarch, has steered the monarchy through decades of social change while remaining a symbol of national stability in a shifting world. This video from The Telegraph is a good overview of her life and times. … [Read more...]
Full Text: "Whereas it has pleased Almighty God to call to his mercy our late Sovereign Lord King George VI, of blessed and glorious memory, by whose Decease the Crown is solely and rightfully come to the High and Mighty Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary: We, therefore, the Lords Spiritual and … [Read more...]
We found this audio recording of the BBC reporting that the King had died and that Britain now had a new Queen. Very sad and moving. Death of King George VI - 6 Feb 1952 - Snagge (mp3) … [Read more...]
Buckingham Palace has released two new official portraits of the Queen to mark the beginning of the Diamond Jubilee year. Check them out below! … [Read more...]
Sixty photographs of Her Majesty The Queen, including the work of leading press photographers of the past six decades, will go on display at Windsor Castle to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee. The exhibition presents a portrait of The Queen's reign as captured in fleeting moments on both official … [Read more...]
The Queen released a statement today to mark her accession to the throne on February 6th 1952. It's reproduced below. Today, as I mark 60 years as your Queen, I am writing to thank you for the wonderful support and encouragement that you have given to me and Prince Philip over these years and … [Read more...]
Princes William and Harry have been talking about their respect for their grandmother the Queen, as the nation gears up for the jubilee. Report by Louise Hulland. … [Read more...]
Queen Elizabeth and Princess Anne have planted a tree in the new woods to commemorate the monarch's Diamond Jubilee on the Sandringham Estate. … [Read more...]
Prince William has arrived in the Falkland Islands - Britain's territory in the South Atlantic - for a 6 week deployment. The BBC put together a very interesting news segment on his posting and the diplomatic problems it's causing. The Duchess of Cambridge did not join him and stayed in Britain … [Read more...]
Andrew's Air Miles Still Accumulating Despite giving up his role as a special trade envoy several months ago, Prince Andrew is still making trips abroad on business. It should not be unusual for the Prince - who is the Duke of York and the second son of the Queen - to perform duties … [Read more...]
Regent Street, London W1 will bring back its breathtaking display of union flags to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee from Monday 28 May – Friday 8 June. The gigantic flags were hugely popular when first displayed to celebrate the Royal Wedding of William and Katherine in 2011. Popular … [Read more...]
This being the Queen's Diamond Jubilee year, there's a whole host of books coming out about her that purport to tell her life story. The first of them is The Real Elizabeth - An Intimate Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Andrew Marr (in the UK the book is titled The Diamond Queen: Elizabeth II and … [Read more...]
Buckingham Palace and Julia Gillard Face Off The office of Julia Gillard, the Australian prime minister, disputes who paid for what during the Queen's visit last year. The Queen and her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, distributed gifts to over 40 dignitaries during their official visit to … [Read more...]
From the beginning, the unexpected has pervaded the 60-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. As a child, “Lilibet” and her younger sister Margaret were groomed for a life considered ordinary by royal standards. However, at the age of 10, Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor’s future as Defender of … [Read more...]
Prince Harry will visit Belize, The Bahamas and Jamaica on behalf of The Queen as part of Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee celebrations from 2nd March to 8th March. In addition, Prince Harry will visit Brazil in support of the United Kingdom Government and his charities from 9th to 11th March. The … [Read more...]
The BBC is reporting that The Queen will make a speech to a rare joint session of Parliament (including the House of Commons and the House of Lords). From the BBC: The Queen will make a personal address to MPs and peers as part of her Diamond Jubilee celebrations, the leader of the Commons has … [Read more...]
The British Government has announced that Prince Harry will make a goodwill trip to Brazil in an effort to drum up business and goodwill for Britain. According to the Guardian: Prince Harry will visit Brazil in March as part of "Britain's most ambitious effort to strengthen ties with Latin … [Read more...]
The Duke of Edinburgh has completed his first official engagement since his heart operation over the Christmas period at Cambridge University. … [Read more...]
Fergie Cancels US Trip Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, has cancelled a planned trip to the US for fear that Turkey could press to extradite her. Ferguson has had charges brought against her for her covert filming of the living conditions of a state-run orphanage in Turkey. The US-Turkish … [Read more...]
The largest ever exhibition of Leonardo da Vinci’s studies of the human body is to go on display in May at the Queen’s Gallery, next to Buckingham Palace. Leonardo was not just one of the great artists of the Renaissance: he was also a pioneer in the understanding of human anatomy. He wanted … [Read more...]
Middleton Family - How To Celebrate the Queen The Middleton business empire, Party Pieces, has served up a dollop of party princess power. Now they're giving tips on how to have a cost-effective celebration for the Queen's Jubilee. Are they cashing in? [Read more] --- Pippa's photos … [Read more...]
During her inaugural address Jamaica's new Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller says the time has come for her country to cut ties with the British monarchy. While Jamaica is an independent country - they kept Queen Elizabeth as they're head of state. They now plan to end this tradition. See … [Read more...]
Will and Kate - the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge - attended the star studded premiere of War Horse in London on Sunday January 8th. Here's a video: Prince William and his wife, Kate, walked the red carpet at the UK premiere of Steven Spielberg's latest movie, War Horse. Report by Sam … [Read more...]
The Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton as she was formerly known) has accepted the following honorary positions: Patron of Action on Addiction Royal Patron of East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices Royal Patron of The Art Room Patron of the National Portrait Gallery, London In … [Read more...]
As London prepares to pull out all of the stops as hosts of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the rest of Britain has followed suit for what is set to be a blockbuster year of experiences only to be had in 2012. Whether you are a sports lover, a history buff, a Royal watcher or music lover, it’s … [Read more...]
Body Found On Sandringham Estate Police have launched a murder inquiry after the remains of a human body were found in the woods of the Queen's Sandringham estate. Norfolk police have determined that it was a female corpse, but have not yet ascertained her identity. A member of the public out … [Read more...]
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Anglotopia was founded by Jonathan and Jackie Thomas for people who love Britain - whether it's British TV, Culture, History or Travel - we cover it all. Anglotopia was started to get us back to the UK for a trip and it did that in 2009. Now, the goal is for Anglotopia to make our dreams of traveling to the UK whenever we want a reality.
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