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Britain's Duchess of Cornwall bought Prince George a knitted chimney sweep doll at the Sandringham Flower Show yesterday (30.07.14).
The 67-year-old royal stopped by the Women's Institute stall at the event in Norfolk and bought the cute toy as a gift for her 12-month-old grandson.
After opening her purse and inspecting her purchase, she said of the little figure: "Isn't he sweet?"
The Duchess was joined by her husband Prince Charles, 62, and their friends Dame Judi Dench and Dame Maggie Smith, who are staying with them at Sandringham estate, as they arrived at the show in a stunning horse and carriage to be greeted by fans.
Camilla, who has a Jack Russell, frequently stopped by a number of people with dogs to pat their furry friends and discuss her love of the four-legged creatures.
The group then went on to the flower tent and, although they enjoyed looking at the beautiful displays, Prince Charles was less than impressed with the smell.
As he entered the tent he wrinkled his nose and told his escort: "There's an awful smell of cow pats in here."
After touring the show, the royal couple then went on to a Music in Country Churches concert at the Church of St Mary in Old Hunstanton.
Duchess of Cornwall buys Prince George knitted gift
Britain's Duchess of Cornwall bought Prince George a knitted chimney sweep doll at the Sandringham Flower Show yesterday (30.07.14).
The 67-year-old royal stopped by the Women's Institute stall at the event in Norfolk and bought the cute toy as a gift for her 12-month-old grandson.
After opening her purse and inspecting her purchase, she said of the little figure: "Isn't he sweet?"
The Duchess was joined by her husband Prince Charles, 62, and their friends Dame Judi Dench and Dame Maggie Smith, who are staying with them at Sandringham estate, as they arrived at the show in a stunning horse and carriage to be greeted by fans.
Camilla, who has a Jack Russell, frequently stopped by a number of people with dogs to pat their furry friends and discuss her love of the four-legged creatures.
The group then went on to the flower tent and, although they enjoyed looking at the beautiful displays, Prince Charles was less than impressed with the smell.
As he entered the tent he wrinkled his nose and told his escort: "There's an awful smell of cow pats in here."
After touring the show, the royal couple then went on to a Music in Country Churches concert at the Church of St Mary in Old Hunstanton.
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Britain's Prince Charles paid a secret visit to Scarborough yesterday afternoon (30.07.14).
The 65-year-old royal flew via helicopter to the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) at Irton Moor, North Yorkshire, to celebrate the station's 100th birthday.
Charles was given a tour of the site, which helps law enforcement agencies prevent terrorism and organised crime, and shown the Second World War concrete bunker, which was in operation until the 1970s.
He was then shown the "extraordinary" on-site museum and given a demonstration of an original wartime German Enigma machine.
The prince - who is the oldest son of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip - then unveiled a plaque at the end of his trip to commemorate his visit.
A GCHQ spokesman told the Yorkshire Coast Radio: "It is a real pleasure for us to host a visit by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to our Scarborough site in this centenary year so that he can meet staff and see first-hand the vital work they do in keeping the country safe.
"The Prince has long been a strong supporter of the work of the intelligence agencies and his presence here today is a reminder of that."
The site, which normally operates under strict secrecy, is believed to be the oldest existing intercept station in the world.
Prince Charles pays secret visit to GCHQ Scarborough
Britain's Prince Charles paid a secret visit to Scarborough yesterday afternoon (30.07.14).
The 65-year-old royal flew via helicopter to the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) at Irton Moor, North Yorkshire, to celebrate the station's 100th birthday.
Charles was given a tour of the site, which helps law enforcement agencies prevent terrorism and organised crime, and shown the Second World War concrete bunker, which was in operation until the 1970s.
He was then shown the "extraordinary" on-site museum and given a demonstration of an original wartime German Enigma machine.
The prince - who is the oldest son of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip - then unveiled a plaque at the end of his trip to commemorate his visit.
A GCHQ spokesman told the Yorkshire Coast Radio: "It is a real pleasure for us to host a visit by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to our Scarborough site in this centenary year so that he can meet staff and see first-hand the vital work they do in keeping the country safe.
"The Prince has long been a strong supporter of the work of the intelligence agencies and his presence here today is a reminder of that."
The site, which normally operates under strict secrecy, is believed to be the oldest existing intercept station in the world.
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Britain's Prince harry "stole" the idea for the Invictus Games from the US.
The 29-year-old royal has been busy organising a sporting competition for injured members of the armed forces in a bid to help them through rehabilitation with the hope of paving a "pathway back into employment."
However, he admits the event wasn't totally his idea but will be bigger and better than the initial concept.
Asked if he came up with the idea himself, he replied: "[I was] happy to steal it off the Americans I think, is probably the best way of explaining it.
"The Americans have had the Warrior Games now for the last four and a half, five years.
"They have the Navy against the R.A.F. against the Army. We went over there, I had a team of 30 UK guys that joined in with the Americans and basically saw this event take place and decided that it was such a wonderful concept we should steal it, make it bigger, make it better and bring it back home."
The flame-haired hunk took on the task as a full-time job and, although it was a "struggle", he hopes the competition will become a "regular" event.
Speaking to Chris Evans on BBC Radio 2's breakfast show this morning (31.07.14), he said: "This is definitely going to be a regular event, we're still trying to work out whether we do it next year or the year after and whether it's going to be within the UK or whether it's going to be abroad."
The Invictus Games, which will include wheelchair basketball and indoor rowing, will take place at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London from September 10 until and September 14.
Prince Harry ‘stole’ Invictus Games idea
Britain's Prince harry "stole" the idea for the Invictus Games from the US.
The 29-year-old royal has been busy organising a sporting competition for injured members of the armed forces in a bid to help them through rehabilitation with the hope of paving a "pathway back into employment."
However, he admits the event wasn't totally his idea but will be bigger and better than the initial concept.
Asked if he came up with the idea himself, he replied: "[I was] happy to steal it off the Americans I think, is probably the best way of explaining it.
"The Americans have had the Warrior Games now for the last four and a half, five years.
"They have the Navy against the R.A.F. against the Army. We went over there, I had a team of 30 UK guys that joined in with the Americans and basically saw this event take place and decided that it was such a wonderful concept we should steal it, make it bigger, make it better and bring it back home."
The flame-haired hunk took on the task as a full-time job and, although it was a "struggle", he hopes the competition will become a "regular" event.
Speaking to Chris Evans on BBC Radio 2's breakfast show this morning (31.07.14), he said: "This is definitely going to be a regular event, we're still trying to work out whether we do it next year or the year after and whether it's going to be within the UK or whether it's going to be abroad."
The Invictus Games, which will include wheelchair basketball and indoor rowing, will take place at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London from September 10 until and September 14.
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Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are taking Prince George to Scotland for a vacation next month.
The royal couple and their 12-month-old son are set to spend some of August in the north of England to see Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla at their Highland home as well as paying a visit to Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip at their Balmoral Castle.
The pair, who got married in 2011, will then spend the rest of the month at the Queen's Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, where the final refurbishments are being completed on their new country home, Anmer Hall.
A source told Vanity Fair magazine: "They will be at Anmer for much of the time they have off. They cannot wait to move in and they want to make sure the last stages of the refurbishments go to plan."
The stunning 10-bedroom property has its own tennis court and swimming pool which will be perfect for little George, who is currently learning how to swim.
The Duchess - who was formerly known as Kate Middleton - revealed to former world champion James Hickman at a SportsAid charity meeting on Monday (07.28.14) that the tot enjoys splashing around in the pool at Buckingham Palace in London.
James said earlier this week: "She was at the [Commonwealth Games] swimming [event] last night, so I was just interested to know if she had taken George swimming. Hopefully if they can get him swimming he could be a future international swimmer.
"She's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with."
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to holiday in Scotland
Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are taking Prince George to Scotland for a vacation next month.
The royal couple and their 12-month-old son are set to spend some of August in the north of England to see Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla at their Highland home as well as paying a visit to Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip at their Balmoral Castle.
The pair, who got married in 2011, will then spend the rest of the month at the Queen's Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, where the final refurbishments are being completed on their new country home, Anmer Hall.
A source told Vanity Fair magazine: "They will be at Anmer for much of the time they have off. They cannot wait to move in and they want to make sure the last stages of the refurbishments go to plan."
The stunning 10-bedroom property has its own tennis court and swimming pool which will be perfect for little George, who is currently learning how to swim.
The Duchess - who was formerly known as Kate Middleton - revealed to former world champion James Hickman at a SportsAid charity meeting on Monday (07.28.14) that the tot enjoys splashing around in the pool at Buckingham Palace in London.
James said earlier this week: "She was at the [Commonwealth Games] swimming [event] last night, so I was just interested to know if she had taken George swimming. Hopefully if they can get him swimming he could be a future international swimmer.
"She's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with."
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Britain's Prince Andrew paid a morale boosting visit to UK troops in Afghanistan this week.
The Duke of York visited Camp Bastion and Kandahar Airfield and later visited the state-of-the-art Role 3 Hospital where he praised medical personnel for their work with injured service men and women.
He said: "The medical advances made at the Hospital in Camp Bastion over the last few years are just outstanding - I know some of the people who have been through here and I've seen them on a number of occasions. The trauma expertise that you've been able to develop here and take back to the NHS is remarkable. It is a very valuable service that you provide, so thank you very much indeed. I hope the rest of your tour goes well."
Prince Andrew's visit came as UK troops prepare to wind up operations in Afghanistan.
Lieutenant Colonel Will Davies, Commanding Officer of the Manoeuvre Battle Group Brigade Advisory Team, said: "It's not every day that you meet a member of the Royal Family. To meet the Duke of York in the middle of Helmand is really something. I know that the Queen's Dragoon Guards' soldiers really enjoyed speaking to him and chatting about how this place is changing. This will be his last visit here and we are really grateful to him for coming so close to the end."
Prince Andrew visits troops in Afghanistan
Britain's Prince Andrew paid a morale boosting visit to UK troops in Afghanistan this week.
The Duke of York visited Camp Bastion and Kandahar Airfield and later visited the state-of-the-art Role 3 Hospital where he praised medical personnel for their work with injured service men and women.
He said: "The medical advances made at the Hospital in Camp Bastion over the last few years are just outstanding - I know some of the people who have been through here and I've seen them on a number of occasions. The trauma expertise that you've been able to develop here and take back to the NHS is remarkable. It is a very valuable service that you provide, so thank you very much indeed. I hope the rest of your tour goes well."
Prince Andrew's visit came as UK troops prepare to wind up operations in Afghanistan.
Lieutenant Colonel Will Davies, Commanding Officer of the Manoeuvre Battle Group Brigade Advisory Team, said: "It's not every day that you meet a member of the Royal Family. To meet the Duke of York in the middle of Helmand is really something. I know that the Queen's Dragoon Guards' soldiers really enjoyed speaking to him and chatting about how this place is changing. This will be his last visit here and we are really grateful to him for coming so close to the end."
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Britain's Prince William photobombed a picture of Chris Hoy at the Commonwealth Games yesterday (29.07.14).
The 31-year-old royal managed to quickly jump into the background of the snap as the former track cyclist posed at the event in Glasgow, Scotland.
Chris, 38, posted the blurry image on his Twitter account last night, which he accompanied with the caption: "Got to love a royal photobomb!"
It seems William - who has 12-month-old son Prince George with his wife Duchess Catherine - is following in his brother Prince Harry and grandmother Queen Elizabeth's footsteps as they both snuck into the background of different photos as well last week.
Harry, 29, flaunted his pearly whites as he grinned behind three New Zealand rugby coaches, Sir Gordon Tietjens, Trevor Shailer and Gary Hermansson, as they smiled for the camera at the 800m women's swimming freestyle on Monday (28.07.14).
Harry's funny photobomb came just four days after Elizabeth, 88, found herself in the background of Australian hockey player Jade Taylor and her teammate Brooke Peris' self-taken snap last Thursday.
The picture - which Jade, 29, posted on her Twitter account - shows the girls smiling at the camera while the Queen, dressed head to toe in mint green, can be seen grinning at the pair behind them in the shot.
She captioned the image: "Ahhh The Queen photo-bombed our selfie!! #royalty #sheevensmiled #amazing #Glasgow2014 @Hockeyroos @AusComGames (sic)".
Prince William photobombs Chris Hoy
Britain's Prince William photobombed a picture of Chris Hoy at the Commonwealth Games yesterday (29.07.14).
The 31-year-old royal managed to quickly jump into the background of the snap as the former track cyclist posed at the event in Glasgow, Scotland.
Chris, 38, posted the blurry image on his Twitter account last night, which he accompanied with the caption: "Got to love a royal photobomb!"
It seems William - who has 12-month-old son Prince George with his wife Duchess Catherine - is following in his brother Prince Harry and grandmother Queen Elizabeth's footsteps as they both snuck into the background of different photos as well last week.
Harry, 29, flaunted his pearly whites as he grinned behind three New Zealand rugby coaches, Sir Gordon Tietjens, Trevor Shailer and Gary Hermansson, as they smiled for the camera at the 800m women's swimming freestyle on Monday (28.07.14).
Harry's funny photobomb came just four days after Elizabeth, 88, found herself in the background of Australian hockey player Jade Taylor and her teammate Brooke Peris' self-taken snap last Thursday.
The picture - which Jade, 29, posted on her Twitter account - shows the girls smiling at the camera while the Queen, dressed head to toe in mint green, can be seen grinning at the pair behind them in the shot.
She captioned the image: "Ahhh The Queen photo-bombed our selfie!! #royalty #sheevensmiled #amazing #Glasgow2014 @Hockeyroos @AusComGames (sic)".
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Britain's Prince George "loves the water."
The 12-month-old royal has been having swimming lessons with his mother Duchess Catherine, 31, and the brunette beauty told former world champion James Hickman at a SportsAid charity meeting on Monday (28.07.14) the tot enjoys splashing around in the pool.
James, 38, told the Express newspaper: "She was at the [Commonwealth Games] swimming [event] last night, so I was just interested to know if she had taken George swimming.
"Hopefully if they can get him swimming he could be a future international swimmer.
"She's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with.
"So, maybe he could be the next royal to take part in the Olympics and if he was in swimming that would be incredible."
Meanwhile, Prince William, who married Duchess Catherine in 2011, previously admitted that he would like George to learn how to scuba dive.
Speaking as the new president of the British Sub-Aqua Club, William, 31 said recently: "I hope my son George will also learn with the club but, at the moment, bath time is quite painful. But, as he gets older, I imagine donning a mask and snorkel might calm him down."
Prince George ‘loves the water’
Britain's Prince George "loves the water."
The 12-month-old royal has been having swimming lessons with his mother Duchess Catherine, 31, and the brunette beauty told former world champion James Hickman at a SportsAid charity meeting on Monday (28.07.14) the tot enjoys splashing around in the pool.
James, 38, told the Express newspaper: "She was at the [Commonwealth Games] swimming [event] last night, so I was just interested to know if she had taken George swimming.
"Hopefully if they can get him swimming he could be a future international swimmer.
"She's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with.
"So, maybe he could be the next royal to take part in the Olympics and if he was in swimming that would be incredible."
Meanwhile, Prince William, who married Duchess Catherine in 2011, previously admitted that he would like George to learn how to scuba dive.
Speaking as the new president of the British Sub-Aqua Club, William, 31 said recently: "I hope my son George will also learn with the club but, at the moment, bath time is quite painful. But, as he gets older, I imagine donning a mask and snorkel might calm him down."
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Britain's Prince Harry does boxing to stay in shape.
The 29-year-old royal revealed he does the sport at home to help improve his fitness levels after going against Declan Gilmour, who has been boxing for four years, during a visit to Gorbals Leisure Centre in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday (29.07.14).
Declan told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "He actually beat me 3-2 on shoulder taps and I was trying hard... He was actually saying he has been doing boxing training back home. He just uses a punch bag and was saying he wanted to get in better shape."
The flame-haired hunk was joined by his brother Prince William as they met youngsters taking part in the Coach Core programme, which they launched last year.
Harry also surprised Nathan Bawuah, 21, an apprentice coach from London, after they went head-to-head in a boxing match, which ended in 2-2.
Nathan said: "He was very nimble. I didn't expect that. He was so light on his feet, really agile.
"He made me sweat so much. I haven't moved like that in such a long time."
While Harry was busy showing off his boxing skills, William, 31, had a go at playing some soccer.
Before their visit ended, the brothers both took part in a five-a-side soccer match, which saw Harry's team win after he set up Lauren Weir, 21, with a pass to score the only goal of the game.
Prince Harry does boxing to stay in shape
Britain's Prince Harry does boxing to stay in shape.
The 29-year-old royal revealed he does the sport at home to help improve his fitness levels after going against Declan Gilmour, who has been boxing for four years, during a visit to Gorbals Leisure Centre in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday (29.07.14).
Declan told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "He actually beat me 3-2 on shoulder taps and I was trying hard... He was actually saying he has been doing boxing training back home. He just uses a punch bag and was saying he wanted to get in better shape."
The flame-haired hunk was joined by his brother Prince William as they met youngsters taking part in the Coach Core programme, which they launched last year.
Harry also surprised Nathan Bawuah, 21, an apprentice coach from London, after they went head-to-head in a boxing match, which ended in 2-2.
Nathan said: "He was very nimble. I didn't expect that. He was so light on his feet, really agile.
"He made me sweat so much. I haven't moved like that in such a long time."
While Harry was busy showing off his boxing skills, William, 31, had a go at playing some soccer.
Before their visit ended, the brothers both took part in a five-a-side soccer match, which saw Harry's team win after he set up Lauren Weir, 21, with a pass to score the only goal of the game.
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Britain's Prince Harry asked Usain Bolt if he works out.
The 29-year-old royal questioned the six-time Olympic champion as they toured the athletes' village at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow yesterday (29.07.14).
After the Jamaican sprinter asked Harry if he partakes in regular exercise, the prince replied: "Do I work out? No - do you work out?"
Harry and Usain, 27, appeared to hit it off as they also discussed their love of chicken nuggets after it was rumoured the sprinter scoffed more than 1,000 of the meaty pieces during his time in 2008 Olympics.
The flame-haired hunk asked the athlete if he still tucks into the chicken treats regularly.
However, Usain revealed that there would be "no more chicken nuggets" for now as he had to eat properly in preparation for his 4X100m relay on Friday (01.08.14).
Harry's brother Prince William, 31, who was also involved in the conversation, then joked that the young royal should follow Usain's new rules on cutting out chicken nuggets because munching on them "every week" is unhealthy.
Harry hit back: "A box of nuggets every now and again is good for you."
William, who was joined by his wife Duchess Catherine replied: "Every now and again, not every week."
Prince Harry asks Usain Bolt if he works out
Britain's Prince Harry asked Usain Bolt if he works out.
The 29-year-old royal questioned the six-time Olympic champion as they toured the athletes' village at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow yesterday (29.07.14).
After the Jamaican sprinter asked Harry if he partakes in regular exercise, the prince replied: "Do I work out? No - do you work out?"
Harry and Usain, 27, appeared to hit it off as they also discussed their love of chicken nuggets after it was rumoured the sprinter scoffed more than 1,000 of the meaty pieces during his time in 2008 Olympics.
The flame-haired hunk asked the athlete if he still tucks into the chicken treats regularly.
However, Usain revealed that there would be "no more chicken nuggets" for now as he had to eat properly in preparation for his 4X100m relay on Friday (01.08.14).
Harry's brother Prince William, 31, who was also involved in the conversation, then joked that the young royal should follow Usain's new rules on cutting out chicken nuggets because munching on them "every week" is unhealthy.
Harry hit back: "A box of nuggets every now and again is good for you."
William, who was joined by his wife Duchess Catherine replied: "Every now and again, not every week."
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