Wednesday 24th December, 2014
Merry Christmas!
The Duchess of Cambridge has taken young son Prince George to two different festive fairs in the lead up to Christmas.
Just two weeks ago Catherine and George visited Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park where they spent around an hour looking at the attractions including Santa Land.
Last weekend William joined his wife and 17-month old son on a trip to Thursford village's annual Santa's Magical Journey. According to the Sunday Express:
"The young prince gazed in awe as at animated reindeer, penguins, polar
bears and elves set among twinkling lights, tinsel and fake snow during
his hour long visit.
He also got to see real life elves hard at
work making toys in Santa's workshop and met giant-sized teddy bears
preparing to load presents into his sleigh for delivery on Christmas
Eve.
The highlight of his festive treat came when he summoned up
the courage to walk through a magical forest and go into Father
Christmas's house so he could meet the great man himself.
George
had the chance to chat to Father Christmas while William and Kate stood
beside him and was given a gift-wrapped wooden train as a present."
Thursford is near the Cambridge's new home Anmer Hall in Norfolk so I am sure that the family will make return visits in the years ahead.
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Saturday, December 20, 2014
Christmas Celebrations In London
Wednesday 17th December, 2014
The Queen hosted her extended family for the traditional pre- Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace today.
Prince George attended the celebrations with his parents The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and his nanny Maria Teresa Borrallo.
The lunch is an opportunity for the members of the royal family who aren't invited to Christmas Day lunch at Sandringham House to get together with other branches of the family.
Amongst those seen arriving were Prince Harry, Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke of Kent, his daughter Lady Helen Taylor and her daughter Lady Marina-Charlotte. Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, Peter and Autumn Phillips and Princess Anne's husband Commander Timothy Laurance were also in attendance.
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| source: Daily Express |
The Queen hosted her extended family for the traditional pre- Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace today.
Prince George attended the celebrations with his parents The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and his nanny Maria Teresa Borrallo.
The lunch is an opportunity for the members of the royal family who aren't invited to Christmas Day lunch at Sandringham House to get together with other branches of the family.
Amongst those seen arriving were Prince Harry, Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke of Kent, his daughter Lady Helen Taylor and her daughter Lady Marina-Charlotte. Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, Peter and Autumn Phillips and Princess Anne's husband Commander Timothy Laurance were also in attendance.
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
George's Latest Fashion
Tuesday 16th December, 2014The knitted vest Prince George was wearing in the latest photos released on the weekend came from Cath Kidston.
Hello magazine reported that the grey knitted vest with soldiers on the front has been sold out for sometime. The company is looking to source more because of the "George Factor".
From the Cath Kidston blog:
Merry Christmas Prince George!
We were so proud to see our favourite little soldier Prince George wearing his London Guards tank top
for official Christmas portraits this year. Our knitted cotton-blend
tanks are the perfect way to keep kids cosy in the Christmas chill
and free to run around during all the exciting festive fun.
According to Hello, George was also wearing a white long sleeved body suit by Polarn O. Pyret (below), Griotte cord shorts and navy long socks by Amaia, and shoes by Start Rite.
Grandpa Charles and George
Unseen photo
Viewers of a BBC interview that was streamed live on the internet in November, saw a never released photo of Prince Charles holding his first grandchild Prince George.
The photograph was taken by Jason Bell in October 2013 after George's christening.
Prince Charles was interviewed to encourage young people to get involved in helping others. Whilst admitting social media is not his forte, Charles acknowledged that is an effective way of reaching a huge audience.
The framed photo of Charles and George was displayed on a table in The Prince Of Wales' Garden Room in Clarence House.
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| source:BBC |
Sunday, December 14, 2014
New Photos Of George
Saturday 13th December, 2014
Three new photos of Prince George have been released for Christmas.
The photographs show George sitting on steps in the courtyard of his parents Kensington Palace apartment. The young royal was 16 months old when the photos were taken at the end of November by Edward Lane Fox, Prince Harry's private secretary.
George was wearing long socks, buckle up shoes, shorts, a white long
sleeve top and a navy v-necked knitted vest featuring soldiers.
Three new photos of Prince George have been released for Christmas. The photographs show George sitting on steps in the courtyard of his parents Kensington Palace apartment. The young royal was 16 months old when the photos were taken at the end of November by Edward Lane Fox, Prince Harry's private secretary.
George was wearing long socks, buckle up shoes, shorts, a white long
sleeve top and a navy v-necked knitted vest featuring soldiers. |
| Prince William at around the same age Christmas 1983 |
George Snippets
28th November, 2014
A leaked portrait of the Cambridge family (above) has surfaced on Twitter. The photograph was taken for an official thank you card for the Australian and New Zealand visit earlier in the year.
The shot was taken in March by Jason Bell and was most likely done at the same time as the official pre-tour family photo seen below.
There has not been much official news or sightings of Prince George recently. Most attention has been paid to his mum Catherine who is expecting a new baby in April.
But Prince William has shared some lovely quotes about his son over recent weeks.
Malta, Mid September
Representing The Queen in Malta, William told President Marie Louise Coliero Preca that it was just as well Prince George had not accompanied him. Admiring a beautiful room in San Anton Palace, the Duke said:
"Malta may not survive baby George. There are a lot of precious things here."
Imperial War Museum, 12th November
Attending a dinner in his role as Royal Patron, SkillForce, Prince William was presented with Christmas bells by a group of school children.
Commenting that the bells would be useful in keeping tabs on young George, William remarked:
"We'll put these in his pockets. Then we'll know where he is in the house!"
A leaked portrait of the Cambridge family (above) has surfaced on Twitter. The photograph was taken for an official thank you card for the Australian and New Zealand visit earlier in the year.
The shot was taken in March by Jason Bell and was most likely done at the same time as the official pre-tour family photo seen below.
There has not been much official news or sightings of Prince George recently. Most attention has been paid to his mum Catherine who is expecting a new baby in April.
But Prince William has shared some lovely quotes about his son over recent weeks.
Malta, Mid September
Representing The Queen in Malta, William told President Marie Louise Coliero Preca that it was just as well Prince George had not accompanied him. Admiring a beautiful room in San Anton Palace, the Duke said:
"Malta may not survive baby George. There are a lot of precious things here."
Imperial War Museum, 12th November
Attending a dinner in his role as Royal Patron, SkillForce, Prince William was presented with Christmas bells by a group of school children.
Commenting that the bells would be useful in keeping tabs on young George, William remarked:
"We'll put these in his pockets. Then we'll know where he is in the house!"
Saturday, December 13, 2014
George In Scotland
31st October, 2014
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and 15 month old son Prince George have headed to Scotland for a short holiday.
The family has been staying at The Queen's Scottish home Balmoral Castle since last week after flying to Aberdeen Airport. Scotland holds a special place in Catherine and William's hearts after having met whilst students at St Andrew's University.
Catherine recently made a return to royal duties after being bedridden with extreme morning sickness for several weeks. The new Cambridge baby is due in April 2015.
Harassment
Early in October The Duke and Duchess started legal proceedings against a photographer they believed to be harassing George and his nanny Maria Teresa Borrallo. It seems the action was prompted by the photographer allegedly photographing the young royal in Battersea Park.
The Daily Express quoted a royal spokesman as stating:
"The Duke and Duchess have taken legal steps to ask that an individual ceases harassing and following both Prince George and his nanny as they go about their ordinary daily lives.
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| Balmoral Castle |
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and 15 month old son Prince George have headed to Scotland for a short holiday.
The family has been staying at The Queen's Scottish home Balmoral Castle since last week after flying to Aberdeen Airport. Scotland holds a special place in Catherine and William's hearts after having met whilst students at St Andrew's University.
Catherine recently made a return to royal duties after being bedridden with extreme morning sickness for several weeks. The new Cambridge baby is due in April 2015.
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| William and Diana Aberdeen Airport 1983 |
Harassment
Early in October The Duke and Duchess started legal proceedings against a photographer they believed to be harassing George and his nanny Maria Teresa Borrallo. It seems the action was prompted by the photographer allegedly photographing the young royal in Battersea Park.
The Daily Express quoted a royal spokesman as stating:
"The Duke and Duchess have taken legal steps to ask that an individual ceases harassing and following both Prince George and his nanny as they go about their ordinary daily lives.
"An incident
last week has prompted their royal highnesses to seek reasonable
assurances from the individual about his behaviour. The individual was
spotted at a central London park in the vicinity of Prince George, who
was removed from the park immediately.
"There is
reason to suspect that the individual may have been placing Prince
George under surveillance and monitoring his daily routines for a period
of time.
"The Duke and Duchess understand the
particular public role that Prince George will one day inherit, but,
while he is young, he must be permitted to lead as ordinary a life as
possible. No parent would tolerate the suspicion of someone pursuing and
harassing their child and carer whilst their child is playing in a
public park or going about their daily activities."
Friday, December 12, 2014
Baby Due In April
20th October, 2014
Clarence House today advised that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's second child is expected in April 2015.
"Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are delighted to confirm they are expecting a baby in April 2015.
The Duchess of Cambridge continues to be affected by Hyperemesis Gravidarum, but her condition is steadily improving."
Catherine and William will today greet the President of Singapore and his wife as part of a State Visit. The meeting will take place at the Royal Garden Hotel which is next door to Kensington Palace. William and Catherine are also expected to attend more formal parts of the State Visit today.
The Duchess' future attendance at engagements is on a case by case basis depending upon her morning sickness.
Since the pregnancy was announced on the 8th September, several royal visits have been cancelled including that of her first solo overseas visit to Malta. Prince William took Catherine's place on that occasion.
Late last week, Catherine and William were photographed attending her obstetrician's rooms for the 12 week scan.
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| Catherine and William |
Clarence House today advised that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's second child is expected in April 2015.
"Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are delighted to confirm they are expecting a baby in April 2015.
The Duchess of Cambridge continues to be affected by Hyperemesis Gravidarum, but her condition is steadily improving."
Catherine and William will today greet the President of Singapore and his wife as part of a State Visit. The meeting will take place at the Royal Garden Hotel which is next door to Kensington Palace. William and Catherine are also expected to attend more formal parts of the State Visit today.
The Duchess' future attendance at engagements is on a case by case basis depending upon her morning sickness.
Since the pregnancy was announced on the 8th September, several royal visits have been cancelled including that of her first solo overseas visit to Malta. Prince William took Catherine's place on that occasion.
Late last week, Catherine and William were photographed attending her obstetrician's rooms for the 12 week scan.
A Second Baby For Catherine and William
Monday 8th September, 2014
Clarence House released the following statement today:
"Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Cambridge is expecting their second child.
The Queen and members of both families are delighted with the news.
As with her first pregnancy, The Duchess is suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Her Royal Highness will no longer accompany The Duke of Cambridge on their planned engagement in Oxford today. The Duchess of Cambridge is being treated by doctors at Kensington Palace."
The Duchess was last seen in public on the 29th August at Kings Cross train station having returned from a stay in Norfolk with The Duke. The couple had been overseeing continuing renovations to their country residence Anmer Hall however Prince George had stayed in London with his nanny.
It is believed that Catherine is in the very early stages of pregnancy and normally an official announcement is not made until around the 13 week gestation period. However, as she is again suffering from extreme morning sickness and will need medical care and bed rest she will be unable to undertake public engagements for an unknown period of time.
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Amner Hall Renovation
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| Amner Hall |
Prince George has been spending some of the U.K. summer at his parents new home Anmer Hall.
Amner Hall is on the Queen's Sandringham Estate in Norfolk and the home was gifted to Prince William for his 30th birthday in 2012. The Cambridge family have been at Amner for the past two weeks overseeing the final stages of it's extensive renovation.
Work has been slow on the 200 year old, Grade 2 listed home. It has been reported that the renovations have cost GBP 1.5 million. The property boasts 10 bedrooms, a tennis court and swimming pool. A new conservatory-style room has been installed along with a new driveway and planting more advanced trees to ensure greater privacy.
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| Lady Diana Spencer in 1981 |
Diana's childhood friends included Princes Andrew and Edward.
Hence Prince George has ties to both paternal grandparents at Amner Hall and his childhood will be spent here and at the Cambridge's London residence at Kensington Palace.
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| Park House |
New Role
Kensington Palace has announced that Prince William will join East Anglian Air Ambulance as a helicopter pilot from early next year.
The Duke of Cambridge will first undertake 999 training and a civilian pilot course. The Duke will be flying as a co-pilot on the EC145 T2 aircraft. Over time will progress to a pilot in command position.
William will be based half way between London and Norfolk so can easily reside in either Kensington Palace or the Cambridge's new home, Amner Hall.
The Prince's salary will be donated to charity.
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Fun At The Playground
11 August, 2014
The Duchess of Cambridge last week took her son Prince George to a special playground just a stones throw from their Kensington Palace home.
The playground was built in memory of George's late grandmother Diana, Princess of Wales three years after her death in 1997.
It can be revealed that Catherine and George spent 15 minutes playing in the sand and enjoying the Peter Pan inspired equipment.
No doubt George will enjoy climbing the large wooden pirate ship when he is older.
The Duchess of Cambridge last week took her son Prince George to a special playground just a stones throw from their Kensington Palace home.
The playground was built in memory of George's late grandmother Diana, Princess of Wales three years after her death in 1997.
It can be revealed that Catherine and George spent 15 minutes playing in the sand and enjoying the Peter Pan inspired equipment.
No doubt George will enjoy climbing the large wooden pirate ship when he is older.
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| copyright blog author |
Saturday, December 6, 2014
George In The Swim
July, 2014
The Duchess of Cambridge has told former world and Commonwealth champion James Hickman that Prince George loves to go swimming.
Catherine met Hickman this week at a Sportaid charity function. "Kate's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with."
George and Catherine regularly use the Buckingham Palace pool and it is thought they went on the morning of George's birthday last week.
The Duchess of Cambridge has told former world and Commonwealth champion James Hickman that Prince George loves to go swimming.
Catherine met Hickman this week at a Sportaid charity function. "Kate's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with."
George and Catherine regularly use the Buckingham Palace pool and it is thought they went on the morning of George's birthday last week.
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| Prince George |
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
George's Birthday Party
22nd July, 2014
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hosted an afternoon tea to celebrate Prince George's first birthday.
Close family, godparents and those who have played a role in George's life so far were invited to the Cambridge's new home at Apartment 1A, Kensington Palace.
Royal guests included Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry and Kensington Palace neighbours Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. Catherine's parents Carole and Michael Middleton and her siblings Pippa and James were also seen arriving.
George's nanny Maria Teresa Borrallo was present as was George's first nanny Jessie Webb.
The Queen stayed for around an hour and the the party spanned the time of George's birth - 4.24pm
Absent from the celebrations were Prince Philip, Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall who all had previously arranged engagements.
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| Kensington Palace |
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hosted an afternoon tea to celebrate Prince George's first birthday.
Close family, godparents and those who have played a role in George's life so far were invited to the Cambridge's new home at Apartment 1A, Kensington Palace.
Royal guests included Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry and Kensington Palace neighbours Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. Catherine's parents Carole and Michael Middleton and her siblings Pippa and James were also seen arriving.
George's nanny Maria Teresa Borrallo was present as was George's first nanny Jessie Webb.
The Queen stayed for around an hour and the the party spanned the time of George's birth - 4.24pm
Absent from the celebrations were Prince Philip, Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall who all had previously arranged engagements.
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