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Britain's Duchess of Cornwall is selling her own brand of honey at Fortnum & Mason.
The 67-year-old royal - who is the wife of the heir apparent Prince Charles - has offered a limited batch of 250 jars of her The Duchess of Cornwall Honey to the London based luxury food store.
All proceeds from sales of the honey - which is produced by bees in the Duchess' garden in Wiltshire and costs £20 for a jar - will go towards the Medical Detection Dogs charity.
The store's chief executive Ewan Venters said: "Honey is very close to our hearts at Fortnum's. We have four beehives housed on our roof at Piccadilly and a dedicated beekeeper who nurtures and protects our bees to produce incredible honey that is stocked on our shelves.
"The Duchess's honey is a more than welcome addition, and one I'm certain our customers will love."
The honey is available to buy from their Piccadilly, St Pancras International and Heathrow Terminal 5 stores as well as online at fortnumandmason.com from today (02.04.15).
Britain’s Duchess of Cornwall to sell honey at Fortnum and Mason
Britain's Duchess of Cornwall is selling her own brand of honey at Fortnum & Mason.
The 67-year-old royal - who is the wife of the heir apparent Prince Charles - has offered a limited batch of 250 jars of her The Duchess of Cornwall Honey to the London based luxury food store.
All proceeds from sales of the honey - which is produced by bees in the Duchess' garden in Wiltshire and costs £20 for a jar - will go towards the Medical Detection Dogs charity.
The store's chief executive Ewan Venters said: "Honey is very close to our hearts at Fortnum's. We have four beehives housed on our roof at Piccadilly and a dedicated beekeeper who nurtures and protects our bees to produce incredible honey that is stocked on our shelves.
"The Duchess's honey is a more than welcome addition, and one I'm certain our customers will love."
The honey is available to buy from their Piccadilly, St Pancras International and Heathrow Terminal 5 stores as well as online at fortnumandmason.com from today (02.04.15).
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth II was left "stunned" by a collection of Royal gifts.
The 88-year-old monarch declared "you don't get gifts like that any more" as she was shown the treasure trove of past presents during a tour of the Royal Library at Windsor Castle.
The Queen - whose recent gifts include a Brazil football shirt, lego model of Tower Bridge and an accountancy of Ireland - enjoyed looking at an illuminated manuscript during the tour and was particularly taken by a collection of poems which was given to the Prince Regent, George IV, in 1812, by the Shah of Persia.
Dr Joanna Newman from King's College London has helped to put together the collection and joined the Queen on the tour.
She told the Daily Telegraph newspaper: "The Queen said she was stunned by the beauty of the gifts and letters, especially the Persian book of poetry that she was looking at earlier.
"She talked a great deal about the letters. She said she was extremely interested by them, that they were very impressive and that she is happy for the collaboration to be with King's College."
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II ‘stunned’ by royal gifts
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II was left "stunned" by a collection of Royal gifts.
The 88-year-old monarch declared "you don't get gifts like that any more" as she was shown the treasure trove of past presents during a tour of the Royal Library at Windsor Castle.
The Queen - whose recent gifts include a Brazil football shirt, lego model of Tower Bridge and an accountancy of Ireland - enjoyed looking at an illuminated manuscript during the tour and was particularly taken by a collection of poems which was given to the Prince Regent, George IV, in 1812, by the Shah of Persia.
Dr Joanna Newman from King's College London has helped to put together the collection and joined the Queen on the tour.
She told the Daily Telegraph newspaper: "The Queen said she was stunned by the beauty of the gifts and letters, especially the Persian book of poetry that she was looking at earlier.
"She talked a great deal about the letters. She said she was extremely interested by them, that they were very impressive and that she is happy for the collaboration to be with King's College."
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth II will feature on two new stamps.
The 88-year-old monarch's image will appear on the Australian 70 cent and $2.75 stamps in celebration of her 89th birthday on April 21.
The 70 cent design features a photo of the royal during her visit to the Ebony Horse Club and Community Riding Centre in Brixton, London, in October 2013, while the 2.75 stamp shows her meeting the Irish President Michael Higgins at Windsor Castle in April 2014, reports MailOnline.
The marking of the Queen's birthday by issuing new stamps has been a tradition in Australia since 1980.
Meanwhile, the Queen's 89th birthday is thought to be set to coincide with the birth of her latest great grandchild.
Her granddaughter-in-law, the Duchess of Cambridge - who already has a 21-month-old son with her husband Prince William - recently confessed the couple's new addition is due "mid-to-end of April".
The birth of the royal baby will also be commemorated with the release of a new £5 coin, to be launched shortly after the tot is born.
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth to feature on two new stamps
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II will feature on two new stamps.
The 88-year-old monarch's image will appear on the Australian 70 cent and $2.75 stamps in celebration of her 89th birthday on April 21.
The 70 cent design features a photo of the royal during her visit to the Ebony Horse Club and Community Riding Centre in Brixton, London, in October 2013, while the 2.75 stamp shows her meeting the Irish President Michael Higgins at Windsor Castle in April 2014, reports MailOnline.
The marking of the Queen's birthday by issuing new stamps has been a tradition in Australia since 1980.
Meanwhile, the Queen's 89th birthday is thought to be set to coincide with the birth of her latest great grandchild.
Her granddaughter-in-law, the Duchess of Cambridge - who already has a 21-month-old son with her husband Prince William - recently confessed the couple's new addition is due "mid-to-end of April".
The birth of the royal baby will also be commemorated with the release of a new £5 coin, to be launched shortly after the tot is born.
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Castle Howard is selling £10 million worth of its treasures at auction.
The North Yorkshire stately home, which was famously used as the backdrop for the 2008 film 'Brideshead Revisited' starring Hayley Atwell and Ben Whishaw, is selling a few "works of great intrinsic value" to secure the "long-term future" of the estate.
The 8,800-acre property - which has been owned by the Howard family for more than 300 years - was built in 1699 and consists of more than 200 listed buildings and monuments.
The auction will take place at Sotheby's in London on July 8, with lots including Roman antiquities, Old Master paintings and a range of 17th century Italian furniture, reports BBC News.
The Honourable Nicholas Howard said: "If the sale helps to secure that heritage as the house moves into its fourth century then it will have achieved its goal."
Many of the estate's valuable items were welcomed into the house in the 18th century during the time of the Grand Tour, when wealthy men would travel abroad to build their art collections.
It is thought the second Grand Tour of their ancestor Henry Howard, the fourth Earl of Carlisle, in 1738-39, brought many of the Italian masterpieces to the property in North Yorkshire.
Brideshead Revisited castle to sell off ÂŁ10m worth of treasures at auction
Castle Howard is selling £10 million worth of its treasures at auction.
The North Yorkshire stately home, which was famously used as the backdrop for the 2008 film 'Brideshead Revisited' starring Hayley Atwell and Ben Whishaw, is selling a few "works of great intrinsic value" to secure the "long-term future" of the estate.
The 8,800-acre property - which has been owned by the Howard family for more than 300 years - was built in 1699 and consists of more than 200 listed buildings and monuments.
The auction will take place at Sotheby's in London on July 8, with lots including Roman antiquities, Old Master paintings and a range of 17th century Italian furniture, reports BBC News.
The Honourable Nicholas Howard said: "If the sale helps to secure that heritage as the house moves into its fourth century then it will have achieved its goal."
Many of the estate's valuable items were welcomed into the house in the 18th century during the time of the Grand Tour, when wealthy men would travel abroad to build their art collections.
It is thought the second Grand Tour of their ancestor Henry Howard, the fourth Earl of Carlisle, in 1738-39, brought many of the Italian masterpieces to the property in North Yorkshire.
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Britain's Princess Anne flew to Colchester to visit a care home as part of her work for disability charity Livability.
The 64-year-old royal - who is the daughter of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip - visited the Treetops residential care home in Highwoods, which aims to provide 24-hour care for disabled residents living in 21 flats.
The care home allows guests to live more independently and has recently undergone refurbishments after raising money for state of the art equipment through Livability's Home Design Appeal, reports the East Anglian Daily Times.
Princess Anne said: "It is a pleasure to be able to come here to Treetops. I've had the opportunity to visit a number of Livability's colleges and schools and residential establishments, and the real understanding and effort that goes in to each individual is what sets Livability apart.
"We need to celebrate the extraordinary work that is done by so many people. Here at Treetops is a classic example.
"If we could support them in knowing that they will be well supported through the Home Design Appeal so much the better, because it's their commitment that makes it possible for us to respond. So any help or input you can have on that basis will be gratefully received; practical proposals make a significant difference."
The charity are hoping the royal's visit will boost their profile and help them to raise a further £190,000 for improvements.
Britain’s Princess Anne visits care home
Britain's Princess Anne flew to Colchester to visit a care home as part of her work for disability charity Livability.
The 64-year-old royal - who is the daughter of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip - visited the Treetops residential care home in Highwoods, which aims to provide 24-hour care for disabled residents living in 21 flats.
The care home allows guests to live more independently and has recently undergone refurbishments after raising money for state of the art equipment through Livability's Home Design Appeal, reports the East Anglian Daily Times.
Princess Anne said: "It is a pleasure to be able to come here to Treetops. I've had the opportunity to visit a number of Livability's colleges and schools and residential establishments, and the real understanding and effort that goes in to each individual is what sets Livability apart.
"We need to celebrate the extraordinary work that is done by so many people. Here at Treetops is a classic example.
"If we could support them in knowing that they will be well supported through the Home Design Appeal so much the better, because it's their commitment that makes it possible for us to respond. So any help or input you can have on that basis will be gratefully received; practical proposals make a significant difference."
The charity are hoping the royal's visit will boost their profile and help them to raise a further £190,000 for improvements.
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More bookmakers have slashed the odds on the new royal baby being named Alice.
While it was first reported last week that BetFair has lowered it's odds on the moniker being chosen to 3/1, Ladbrokes has now followed suit following a flurry of bets on the name from a group of royal fans in Tunbridge, Kent.
One punter is said to have bet £300 on the name, which would see them take home over £4,500 if Britain's Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge choose to name their second child Alice.
Bookmakers William Hill, who currently offer odds of 4/1, said in a statement: "We have seen a significant number of bets, particularly from the Tunbridge area - you have to think there is a good reason for the gamble."
While the sex of the royal baby remains unknown, William Hill also reports that over 70 per cent of customers have bet that the couple are having a girl.
Other names thought to be being considered include Elizabeth (9-2), Charlotte (11-2), Victoria (12-1), Alexandra (14-1) and Diana (16-1).
The 33-year-old royal revealed last month that she is due to give birth in "mid-to-end of April" when she visited Brookhill Children's Centre in Woolwich, south east London.
The brunette beauty met mothers who use the centre and volunteers who work for the organisation, including Christie Osbourne.
Christie recalled: "I told her she is beautiful and that she's got a tiny little bump. I asked when her baby is due and she said mid-to-end of April."
More bookmakers slash odds on royal baby name
More bookmakers have slashed the odds on the new royal baby being named Alice.
While it was first reported last week that BetFair has lowered it's odds on the moniker being chosen to 3/1, Ladbrokes has now followed suit following a flurry of bets on the name from a group of royal fans in Tunbridge, Kent.
One punter is said to have bet £300 on the name, which would see them take home over £4,500 if Britain's Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge choose to name their second child Alice.
Bookmakers William Hill, who currently offer odds of 4/1, said in a statement: "We have seen a significant number of bets, particularly from the Tunbridge area - you have to think there is a good reason for the gamble."
While the sex of the royal baby remains unknown, William Hill also reports that over 70 per cent of customers have bet that the couple are having a girl.
Other names thought to be being considered include Elizabeth (9-2), Charlotte (11-2), Victoria (12-1), Alexandra (14-1) and Diana (16-1).
The 33-year-old royal revealed last month that she is due to give birth in "mid-to-end of April" when she visited Brookhill Children's Centre in Woolwich, south east London.
The brunette beauty met mothers who use the centre and volunteers who work for the organisation, including Christie Osbourne.
Christie recalled: "I told her she is beautiful and that she's got a tiny little bump. I asked when her baby is due and she said mid-to-end of April."
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Britain's Prince Charles has requested a pub be named after his wife.
The 66-year-old royal - who is married to the Duchess of Cornwall - has requested for the inn in the Duchy's village of Poundbury to be named in her honour.
Charles - who is the Duke of Cornwall - hopes villagers will agree to label the pub The Duchess of Cornwall Inn when it opens in 2016, reports BBC News.
The new drinkery is a joint venture between the Duchy and brewery Hall & Woodhouse.
The village of Poundbury, which is situated on the outskirts of Dorchester, is also known for its architecture and was built according to the heir apparent's tastes in 1993.
It is now home to 2,500 people and 170 businesses, with the new inn set to be open in the Queen Mother Square.
Meanwhile, Charles was rumoured to be set to pay £10 million for a new estate in Cornwall last month and had reportedly entered into negotiations with Peregrine Eliot, the Earl of St Germans to purchase the 16th century property from him.
A spokesperson for the Earl - whose family have lived in the 123-room Port Eliot estate since the 16th century - confirmed: "Lord St. Germans and his trustees have invited the Prince's Foundation for Building Community to conduct a feasibility study, to explore the possibility of the purchase of Port Eliot House, some of its contents and its walled garden and stables."
The estate homes the annual Port Eliot arts festival and sources claim Charles wants to use it as a "hub" for the arts.
Britain’s Prince Charles requests pub be named after wife
Britain's Prince Charles has requested a pub be named after his wife.
The 66-year-old royal - who is married to the Duchess of Cornwall - has requested for the inn in the Duchy's village of Poundbury to be named in her honour.
Charles - who is the Duke of Cornwall - hopes villagers will agree to label the pub The Duchess of Cornwall Inn when it opens in 2016, reports BBC News.
The new drinkery is a joint venture between the Duchy and brewery Hall & Woodhouse.
The village of Poundbury, which is situated on the outskirts of Dorchester, is also known for its architecture and was built according to the heir apparent's tastes in 1993.
It is now home to 2,500 people and 170 businesses, with the new inn set to be open in the Queen Mother Square.
Meanwhile, Charles was rumoured to be set to pay £10 million for a new estate in Cornwall last month and had reportedly entered into negotiations with Peregrine Eliot, the Earl of St Germans to purchase the 16th century property from him.
A spokesperson for the Earl - whose family have lived in the 123-room Port Eliot estate since the 16th century - confirmed: "Lord St. Germans and his trustees have invited the Prince's Foundation for Building Community to conduct a feasibility study, to explore the possibility of the purchase of Port Eliot House, some of its contents and its walled garden and stables."
The estate homes the annual Port Eliot arts festival and sources claim Charles wants to use it as a "hub" for the arts.
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth has dissolved Parliament.
The 88-year-old royal was visited by Prime Minister David Cameron at Buckingham Palace yesterday (30.03.15)
as part of a tradition which sees the monarch give her permission for the dissolution to take place.
The Queen granted the action which gives parties the chance to work on their campaigns ahead of the General Election in May.
Royal commentator Alistair Bruce told Sky News: "She is the one who can give permission to dissolve Parliament - only her - and the Prime Minister is asking her to exercise that authority.
"The Prime Minister is aware that in order for the constitution to be a reassurance for the British public we have to see this process of the Prime Minister going to the Monarch and asking for the dissolution."
Throughout her 63 year reign, Queen Elizabeth has dissolved parliament 12 times and it is believed that when the results of the election are announced, the new Prime Minister will ask her to summon Parliament for the first time on May 18.
The Queen is known for her interest in politics and has met with Cameron weekly during his time in office.
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth dissolves parliament
Britain's Queen Elizabeth has dissolved Parliament.
The 88-year-old royal was visited by Prime Minister David Cameron at Buckingham Palace yesterday (30.03.15)
as part of a tradition which sees the monarch give her permission for the dissolution to take place.
The Queen granted the action which gives parties the chance to work on their campaigns ahead of the General Election in May.
Royal commentator Alistair Bruce told Sky News: "She is the one who can give permission to dissolve Parliament - only her - and the Prime Minister is asking her to exercise that authority.
"The Prime Minister is aware that in order for the constitution to be a reassurance for the British public we have to see this process of the Prime Minister going to the Monarch and asking for the dissolution."
Throughout her 63 year reign, Queen Elizabeth has dissolved parliament 12 times and it is believed that when the results of the election are announced, the new Prime Minister will ask her to summon Parliament for the first time on May 18.
The Queen is known for her interest in politics and has met with Cameron weekly during his time in office.
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