Discovering the secret life of Queen Victoria since 2018
On 10th February 1840 Queen Victoria made fashion history when she married her first cousin, Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha at the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace in London. Like all weddings, there was much speculation over what the bride would be wearing. As the Head of State, it was suggested that Queen… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s wedding dress
Tomorrow (26th August 2025) is international dog day so it only seems right to celebrate by talking about Queen Victoria’s childhood companion, Dash. ‘A beautiful spaniel of King Charles’s breed,’ Dash first entered Princess (later Queen) Victoria’s life on 14th January 1833 when he was given to her mother, the Duchess of Kent, by her… Continue reading “Dear little Dash”: Queen Victoria’s childhood companion
On 15th May 1899, Queen Victoria visited Kensington Palace to inspect her childhood apartments and the neighbouring Denmark Wing, just days before they were set to open to the public for the very first time. At 11:30 in the morning of that fine spring day, Queen Victoria left Windsor Castle and headed straight to her… Continue reading Kensington Palace opens it’s doors to the public
In June 1830, King William IV became the oldest person to ascend the British throne. Both his age and lack of legitimate children soon began causing concern over what would happen in the case of his death. As the daughter of King George III’s next son - the Duke of Kent, who passed away in… Continue reading The Regency Act of 1830
Upon the death of Queen Victoria in 1901, Princess Louise found herself welcomed as part of her brother - the new King Edward VII’s - court. In her mother’s will Louise had inherited Kent House on the Isle of Wight and it was between here, London and Scotland that Louise spent the majority of her… Continue reading The final years of Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll
Earlier today, 20th June 2024, I had the privilege of seeing Queen Victoria’s Privy Council Dress on display at Kensington Palace, exactly 187 years after it was worn by Queen Victoria on her first day as Monarch. Join me as I talk about this beautiful gown. Queen Victoria’s Privy Council dress on display at Kensington… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s Privy Council dress
Known for their extreme love, fiery arguments and tragic demise, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert are one of history’s most iconic couples. But have you ever wondered where this famous love story began? If so, you’re in the right place! Keep reading to join me as I explore the courtship of Queen Victoria and Prince… Continue reading The courtship of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
In June 1830, King William IV became the oldest person to ascend the British throne. Both his age and lack of legitimate children soon began causing concern over what would happen in the case of his death. Unless he and Queen Adelaide could produce an heir, the crown would pass onto his eleven year old… Continue reading The Regency Act of 1830
On 1st August 1832, Princess Alexandrina Victoria wrote in her journal for the fists time. Although at first it was given to her to record a trip to Wales, journaling soon became a daily hobby that she would continue daily until just nine days before her death in 1901. Each day she would write an… Continue reading A journal that defined an era: Queen Victoria’s first journal
At 2 o’clock in the morning of 18th March 1848, Queen Victoria went into labour with her sixth child, Princess Louise, who was born at Buckingham Palace just six hours later. The timing of Louise’s birth coincided with political revolutions, which had swept through Europe and Britain, starting on 12th January 1848 and ending on… Continue reading The life of Princess Louise
Born fifth in line to the throne, Princess Alexandrina Victoria’s chances of becoming Queen looked slim; but the death of Princess Charlotte in 1817 and King George III’s lack of legitimate grandchildren paved the way for her to one day become the most powerful woman in the world. Join me as I look at the… Continue reading Queen Victoria’s journey to the throne: The line of succession from King George III to Queen Victoria
As a result of numerous affairs, interest in liberalism, feminism and a possible illegitimate child, Queen Victoria decided it was time for Princess Louise to find a husband. As with her other siblings, Louise’s future husband had be willing to live in England near his future mother-in-law. This, and Louise’s stubbornness not to settle with… Continue reading The wedding of Princess Louise and John Campbell, 21st March 1871