Royal Family latest: King Charles suffers 'disaster' during plaque unveiling in Oxford

Happy Friday! Particularly if your household is kicking off the Easter half term today, such as the Prince and Princess of Wales' children, who attend Lambrook school.

Meanwhile, the rest of the royal family are sticking to their busy schedule, just hours after Sarah Ferguson was stripped of her Freedom of York honour.

Stay with us to see the biggest royal news, including Zara Tindall's attendance at the Barbury Horse Trials...

On Wednesday, Councillors in York voted unanimously to remove Sarah Ferguson's Freedom of York honour over the former duchess's friendship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein. 

Sarah had been bestowed the honour in 1987, a year after her marriage to the then-Prince Andrew, who lost the title in 2022. 

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stéphanie of Luxembourg are celebrating their son Prince François' third birthday! 

He was born on 27 March 2023 at the Grande-Duchesse Charlotte Maternity Hospital and is the younger brother of Prince Charles.

To mark the occasion, the royals released a series of photos of the smiling little boy dressed in casual blue jeans and a jumper as he played in the garden, holding Daffodils and sitting in the sandpit.  

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Former Olympian Zara Tindall was all smiles as she showcased her equestrian talents at the Barbury Horse Trials at Sharpridge Farm in Marlborough.

She was dressed in white Jodhpurs, a blue jacket and black knee-high boots as she took part in the Open Intermediate event.

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On King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium's last day of their state visit to Norway, they took a trip to Stavanger alongside their son Crown Prince Haakon.

Mathilde looked stunning in a blue belted dress with a caped jacket as she posed for photos in the sunshine, while her son seemed to be prepared for wet weather in a black raincoat!

Royal author Tom Bower has claimed in his new book, Betrayal, that the late Queen Elizabeth treated her grandchildren, Prince William and Prince Harry, differently when they were growing up.

He alleges that the late monarch had "carefully" nurtured William to one day become King, but had "correctly assessed" Harry's "weaknesses".

Read more about how Harry's grandmother was reportedly ‘patronising’ here.

Following a busy few weeks of engagements, including Prince William's visit to a military base on Thursday, the Prince and Princess of Wales are temporarily scaling back their public appearances.

Why, you may ask? Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis break up from Lambrook School today.

Royal fans may now have to wait a few weeks before the Waleses return to the spotlight, as they continue their tradition of spending the Easter half-term privately with their three children.

Ever wondered what a personal assistant does after working for the royal family? Princess Kate's former assistant Natasha Archer, 37, left her role in July 2025 after 15 years working for the royal household. 

Now, she has announced her next project!

Princess Beatrice's property developer husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, hinted at how he views mealtimes at his private Cotswolds home with their two children.

The Banda Property CEO wrote: "The dining room is where everyone eventually ends up. It is less about formality and more about connection, long lunches, late dinners, conversations that stretch on."

Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark, 42, made a very rare red carpet appearance for the launch of the long-running American drama The Bold and the Beautiful on Thursday.

The newlywed royal has kept a low profile following her wedding to American lawyer Matthew Kumar in September 2024, but she looked pretty in polka dots for the evening in California. More details here.

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It was a father and son day out for Prince Albert of Monaco, who brought his young son, Prince Jacques, 11, along for a trip to the principality's Museum of Stamps this week.

The young royal was the picture of excitement as he enjoyed his special moment in the spotlight without his twin sister Gabriella. 

Once again proving that she's the most stylish European royal, Queen Mary of Denmark delivered yet another masterclass in dressing for public occasions.

She stole the show at the Danish Heart Association Awards, held at Hotel d'Angleterre in Copenhagen, in an elegant A-line midi skirt. Styling her outfit to perfection, she accessorised with snakeskin print pumps and the most beautiful statement necklace.

Queen Mary is most certainly one to watch in the style stakes...

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King Charles has enjoyed a visit to Oxford PV, a globally recognised pioneer of solar technology in Oxford.

The monarch, who is passionate about the environment, was presented with a special gift as he toured the facilities.

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We love this photo of the monarch's shock when a plaque unveiling went awry. King Charles' expression is so relatable as the plaque fell to the floor. 

Luckily, the moment was quickly salvaged - but not before photographers had captured his shock expression as he uttered the word "disaster"!

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Charles toured the headquarters of Oxford PV (Photovoltaics) which has developed solar panels that are significantly more efficient than conventional products and were described by the King as "so vitally needed".

The head of state has been championing sustainability and climate action for decades, speaking regularly about the threat to the planet and adopting practical measures like running his Aston Martin car on eco-fuel.

Earl Charles Spencer was feeling nostalgic on Friday, sharing a precious memory from his childhood at Althorp House.

Princess Diana's brother, who is the custodian of their family home, offered his followers a glimpse at the late royal's bedroom door decoration. 

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The Prince and Princess of Wales famously met while studying at St Andrews University, but did you know where they lived off-campus together?

The royal couple once lived in a cottage on the Strathtyrum estate, a 400-acre plot owned by Henry Cheape.  Balgove House offered up privacy and was handy for their university commitments, but it required a royal overhaul ahead of them moving in. 

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It has been a busy week for the royals (when is it not?), from the glamour of the Monaco Rose Ball to the Princess of Wales's "Audrey Hepburn" moment. But how much of the action did you actually take in? And, more, importantly, how good is your memory?

Here's a stellar shot of Zara in action at the Barbury Horse Trials. Her horsemanship is impressive!

The royal considers it an "unmissable" part of the early season to get her horses (Class Affair and Showtime, pictured) back into a competitive rhythm before the high-stakes five-star events like Badminton in May.

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According to a royal biographer, the Prince of Wales is committed to shielding his children from the "inherent cruelty" traditionally found in the "heir and spare" dynamic.

The new report suggests that William is focused on ensuring that Princess Charlotte, ten, and Prince Louis, seven, are fully equipped to pursue "independent lives" outside the shadow of the crown while Prince George, 12, prepares for his future role as King.

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If you're keen to spruce up your garden for spring, King Charles has come up with a cracking idea for all the chicken owners out there. 

Highgrove House's new 'Cluckingham Palace' sign promises to be the "perfect addition to chicken coops, garden walls, gates, or patios".

As the warmer weather approaches, we're reminiscing about Princess Kate's summer wardrobe. One surefire hit we'll be copying this summer is the royal's classic mini skirt from Zara. 

Simple, effortless and heatwave-ready, Kate has absolutely nailed summer dressiing in this iconic look from her early days in the royal spotlight. 

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The Duke and Duchess of Westminster have enjoyed a rare public engagement together. Olivia hasn't been seen since giving birth last July, so it was a pleasant surprise to see the pair pop up at Chester FC Community Trust.

They heard how King George V Sports Hub, supported by the Westminster Foundation, is helping grassroots football and communities across Chester. 

The Duke, also known as Hugh Grosvenor, and the new Duchess of Westminster tied the knot at Chester Cathedral on 7 June 2024, bringing together royals and high-profile guests, including their close friends Prince William and Princess Eugenie.

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The Duke and Duchess of Westminster have been away from the public eye since they welcomed their daughter, Cosima, back in July. However, on Friday, the couple made their return to their duties.

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Ask and ye shall receive. 

Days after we asked, 'Where is Sarah Ferguson?', new reports allege that Sarah is now living in the United States with her close friend, Priscilla Presley.

Find out more here.

It has been a busy week for the royals (when is it not?), but how much of the action did you actually take in? And, more, importantly, how good is your memory?

Have a go at our royal memory card game here...