Prince Charles wants to ‘open up Royal palaces for the public’ when he becomes king

Prince Charles wants to ‘open up Royal palaces for the public’ when he becomes king Heir to the throne wants royal residences to open more widely for longer periods He wants residences to be transformed from private spaces to public places Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, Windsor Castle, Sandringham and Balmoral could all open up   By … Read more

Historic Royal Palaces charity settles bullying and racial discrimination claims from staff

The charity responsible for the upkeep of some of Britain’s most famous Royal palaces and residences has settled bullying and racial discrimination complaints from staff with five-figure payouts. Historic Royal Palaces, governed by trustees partly appointed by the Queen, maintains sites including the Tower of London, Hampton Court and Kensington Palace, where the Duke and Duchess … Read more

Sussexes ‘were reeling at Palace’s statement’ stripping them of their titles when they saw Oprah 

Meghan and Harry already knew they were being stripped of their titles and patronages when they sat down for their ‘no subject off-limits’ interview with Oprah Winfrey, The Mail on Sunday can reveal. But the Sussexes are understood to have been left reeling by the tone of the strongly worded statement in which the announcement … Read more

Buckingham Palace’s garden oasis is seen in full bloom

It’s the official residence of Her Majesty The Queen which is visited by thousands of tourists every year.  But Buckingham Palace isn’t just an imposing building patrolled by royal guards in the centre of London.  It also boasts a 39-acre garden containing wildflower meadows, a rose garden and a three-and-a-half acre lake – all of … Read more

Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze appears to break government’s coronavirus lockdown order

Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze was spotted appearing to breach the latest coronavirus lockdown restrictions while watching his former club Queen Park Rangers in the stands at their Loftus Road ground. Eze was pictured at the game in west London, despite the government placing the country under draconian stay-at-home orders, with only essential trips outside … Read more

Buckingham Palace’s Picture Gallery sits empty for first time in 45 years as renovations continue

Buckingham Palace’s Picture Gallery has been emptied for the first time in 45 years ahead of works as part of the palace’s ongoing refurbishment.  The Royal Collection Trust shared a timelapse video on Twitter which showed how the Picture Gallery, which has been the backdrop to many receptions at the Palace, was emptied of its … Read more

Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Tour London’s Royal palaces with TV star Suzannah Lipscomb

Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Tour London’s Royal palaces with TV star Suzannah Lipscomb By Mail on Sunday Reporter Published: 12:02 GMT, 16 November 2020 | Updated: 12:02 GMT, 16 November 2020 For lovers of TV series The Crown, which returns to our screens this week, here’s a fascinating tour that will give you … Read more

How Prince William and Kate Middleton made Buckingaham Palace’s expansive Throne Room look intimate

The vast Throne Room at Buckingham Palace is typically used for larger royal events.  Queen Victoria’s spectacular balls took place there and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding photos were taken against the backdrop of the crimson and gold walls. But yesterday the couple used the room for a far more intimate engagement – … Read more

Wilfried Zaha subjected to racist abuse ahead of Crystal Palace’s game with Aston Villa

A 12-year-old has been arrested after Wilfried Zaha revealed the racist abuse he received ahead of Crystal Palace’s trip to Aston Villa on Sunday. The Ivorian star commented on his Instagram to his one million followers, ‘woke up to this today.’ In two messages Zaha was told ‘you better not score tomorrow you black c***’ before … Read more

Wilfried Zaha subjected to vile racist abuse ahead of Crystal Palace’s game with Aston Villa

A 12-year-old has been arrested after Wilfried Zaha revealed sickening racist abuse he received ahead of Crystal Palace’s trip to Aston Villa. Eagles star Zaha commented on his Instagram story, ‘woke up to this today.’ In two vile messages Zaha was told ‘you better not score tomorrow you black c***’ before the poster added ‘or … Read more