British royals

21 Princess Anne: the early years
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22 Autumn in bloom: first look at Peter Phillips' expectant wife's tiny baby bump
It was the smallest of swellings, but there it was all the same – the beginnings of a baby bump just starting to show underneath Autumn Phillips' jacket. The Canada-born royal strolled hand-in-hand...
23 With question marks over his relationship with Chelsy, Harry is centre of female attention
There's been no official confirmation that Prince Harry has split with his South African girlfriend Chelsy Davy. But that didn't stop him being the centre of attention with the female guests at his charity...
24 Prince snake charming: William and Harry meet slithery customer in Africa
The range of comical facial expressions was impressive as Princes William and Harry made a rather slithery acquaintance this week – in the form of a five-metre African Rock Python. During a trip...
25 Queen's joy at majestic Trooping of the Colour birthday celebrations
The smile on her face spoke volumes – the Queen was delighted with this year's Trooping of the Colour ceremony which marked her official birthday. Radiant in a lilac top coat and matching hat,...
26 Never-before-seen pic shows bonnie little baby who would one day be Queen
It was no doubt a treasured family snap. A mother looks adoringly at her cherub-faced baby, who giggles at the camera. The proud mum in the picture, taken in 1927, was the then...
27 Princess Diana's debut dress to be sold at auction with other iconic pieces
When Princess Diana made her debut with Prince Charles at an official function aged 19, she made a dramatic first impression in a stunning black taffeta Emanuel gown. And now royal watchers are to be...
28 Will Prince William and Kate Middleton announce their engagement this summer?
Fuel was added to the fire of royal wedding speculation this week after claims were made by a royal expert that she has been told Buckingham Palace has "cleared its diary" for a June announcement...
29 Elegant York sisters turn heads at Easter service as Bea comments on life in spotlight
While they've been known to experiment with modern and more edgy styles on nights out, Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice know the importance of dressing to suit the occasion. So the sisters, who regularly...
30 Prince Charles pays tribute to British soldiers during surprise Afghanistan visit
Heir to the throne Prince Charles paid a surprise visit to Afghanistan this week, becoming the oldest senior royal to visit the frontline. The future King - who wore desert fatigues, helmet and goggles...
31 Yet another little nosy parker gives the Duchess of Cornwall's profile a tweak
Just what is it about the Duchess of Cornwall's nose that makes it irresistible to little ones? There was a repeat incident this week of the playful tweaking that previously happened on two separate...
32 Prince Harry bonds with Chelsy Davy's father Charles at the rugby
While some young men might be a little hesitant at the thought of spending time alone with their girlfriend's father, Prince Harry certainly doesn't have any such qualms. The third in the line was spotted...
33 Next stop the Palace: Queen's delight at personalised tube stop sign present
The huge smile on her face said it all – the idea of a Tube stop for Buckingham Palace tickled the Queen's funny bone. The monarch, who used to use the Tube as a young lady, was presented with...
34 Watch unique behind-the-scenes footage of Prince William's historic photoshoot
It marked the first time a royal portrait has been taken by a non professional, and the first time Prince William has been involved in producing a major piece of art for public display. And the historic...
35 HELLO! world exclusive: remarkable portrait of the real William, the people's Prince
There's a world exclusive treat for royal watchers in this week's HELLO! magazine – an irresistible glimpse of the real Prince William. This week's issue, number 1111, contains historic pictures...
36 Everybody nose she's a VIP visitor: Camilla has touching moment at Army base
There must have been a sense of déjà vu for the Duchess of Cornwall this week as she toured an Army base near Salisbury, Wiltshire. As she stopped to say hello to ten-month-old Oliver Gidlow-Jackson,...
37 Prince Harry moves into the spotlight with rugby role and Brit Awards appearance
His brother will one day be King, but far from walking in Prince William's shadow, Harry is increasingly moving into the royal spotlight. That much was clear this week as his name was greeted with huge...
38 Sad Prince Harry pays tribute to 'legend' soldier pal killed in Afghanistan
Third-in-line to the throne Prince Harry is mourning the loss of a friend who was killed while serving in Afghanistan. Twenty-one-year-old Corporal Liam Riley was one of two British soldiers who died...
39 Prince Harry moves in to Chelsy Davy's London pad
It's the clearest indication yet their romance is firmly back on track and moving up a gear: Prince Harry has reportedly moved in with Chelsy Davy. The pretty South African has apparently given the third-in-line...
40 Sophie, Countess of Wessex shows her patriotic side with union flag clutch
She's known for her traditional and elegant sartorial style, but clearly Sophie, Countess of Wessex like to have a little fun with her fashion choices too. The Earl of Wessex's wife showed her playful...