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Kate Middleton was seen with her family at a church near Balmoral Castle, debuting a new blonder hairstyle during their summer vacation, and the family is preparing to move to a larger home on the Windsor Castle estate later this year.
Balmoral Castle, the private residence of King Charles in Scotland, has closed to visitors due to Storm Floris, which has brought high winds and led to travel cancellations across Scotland and northern England. The estate advised against travel for safety reasons, and refunds are being issued for tickets. The storm, part of the 2024–25 season, has caused widespread disruptions, including canceled flights and train services, with residents and visitors advised to stay indoors and secure outdoor items. The King is expected to stay at Balmoral in the coming days.
King Charles III has made history by opening up Balmoral Castle to the public for the first time, offering guided tours of the estate's interior, including the rooms used by him and Queen Camilla. Visitors can explore the castle's history and enjoy afternoon tea in the recently renovated restaurant, but at a cost of over $125 per person. This unprecedented decision marks the first time the public will have access to the castle since its construction in 1855.
King Charles III is opening up Balmoral Castle to the public for the first time in its history, offering guided interior tours and afternoon tea sessions for visitors to explore the estate and learn about its royal heritage. The tours, which include access to rooms used by King Charles and Queen Camilla, are already sold out and priced at just over $125 per person, with an option including afternoon tea for roughly $190.
Princess Anne reportedly rebuffed a staff member's attempt to hug her after Queen Elizabeth II's death, stating it would be the "last time." Details from royal biographer Robert Hardman's book reveal Anne's reaction and the final moments of the late monarch, including her peaceful passing at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. The royal family gathered to be with Elizabeth before her death, with Prince Harry's wife, Meghan Markle, reportedly ordered to stay home in Los Angeles, making it easier for the family to tell Harry she was not welcome at Balmoral.
Queen Elizabeth II's private secretary detailed the monarch's peaceful final moments in a just-revealed memo, stating that she died peacefully in her sleep at her beloved Balmoral Castle in Scotland at the age of 96. The note, included in an upcoming book, also revealed that her son Charles had been with her before her passing, and after her death, a footman found a locked red box containing her final royal order and sealed letters addressed to Charles and her private secretary.
King Charles faces a difficult decision over whether to uphold the royal tradition of staying at Balmoral Castle on the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death. While he has continued many of her favorite traditions, this particular decision holds emotional significance as it was at Balmoral that she passed away. The choice has not been publicly announced, but King Charles may reflect on her memory at the residence or opt to stay at his Birkhall home on the estate. Regardless, he plans to honor the anniversary quietly and privately.
King Charles III carries on the legacy of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, by presiding over a ceremony at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. He wore traditional Scottish attire and inspected the Guard of Honour from the Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland. Charles also met with the regiment's mascot, Shetland Pony Corporal Cruachan IV, during the event.
Queen Elizabeth II reportedly made harsh comments about Meghan Markle, even insinuating regret for Prince Harry and Meghan's 2018 wedding. Sources claim that Elizabeth said she "saw straight through" Meghan and that Harry meeting Meghan was a "complete catastrophe." The strained relationship between Meghan and Elizabeth has been previously reported, with Meghan speaking out about the racism she faced from the monarchy. Elizabeth was also reportedly not a fan of Harry's ex-girlfriend, Chesy Davy.
Resurfaced claims suggest that Queen Elizabeth II had some harsh comments about Meghan Markle, even insinuating her regret for Prince Harry and Meghan's nuptials in 2018. Elizabeth allegedly claimed she "saw straight through" Meghan and called Harry meeting Meghan a "complete catastrophe." Reports show that Meghan and Elizabeth's relationship was strained, with Meghan facing racism from the monarchy. Elizabeth was also allegedly one of the big influences in Harry ending things with his on-again, off-again girlfriend Chesy Davy.
A photo of the late Queen Elizabeth II with some of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren was released on what would have been her 97th birthday. The photo was taken by the Princess of Wales last summer at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, one of the late queen's favorite places. Queen Elizabeth died at Balmoral Castle on Sept. 8, 2022, and her son, King Charles, succeeded her to the throne.
King Charles has reportedly amassed a personal net worth of £600 million, surpassing that of his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. He earned much of his fortune from the Duchy of Cornwall, which he took over in 1969, and the Sandringham Estate and Balmoral Castle. He also owns a line of foods and produce called Duchy Originals, which donates all profits to charity. Despite his wealth, he is known to be frugal and environmentally conscious. His coronation ceremony is set for May 6, but reports suggest it has been thrown into chaos. Prince Harry will attend the ceremony without his wife, Meghan Markle.
King Charles has a personal fortune of nearly $750 million, according to The Sunday Times. He is worth about $285 million more than the late Queen. Charles became scrupulous with his finances after divorcing Princess Diana and began saving profits from the Duchy of Cornwall. A large chunk of his fortune comes from the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, estimated to be worth £245 million, and Balmoral castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, worth £210 million. As King, Charles is now in control of the Crown Estate, worth about £15.6 billion.