NewsUK Royal FamilyKing Charles III, the UK's monarchCharles III became the UK's monarch at the age of 73 and was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 2023.The Royal homes of the KingWindsor, Highgrove, Balmoral or one of the others - the new King has plenty of choice.Seven things you may not know about the CommonwealthCommonwealth leaders will be coming from all over the world to attend King Charles' Coronation.Queen Elizabeth II: A life in picturesKey photographs from her birth through the coronation to becoming Britain's longest-reigning monarch.Royal Watch newsletterSign up nowGet insider stories and expert analysis from Sean Coughlan, direct to your inbox every weekSee moreLatest newsNational memorial to Queen Elizabeth approvedThe national monument will be built in St James' Park along with a statue of Prince Philip.Queen Elizabeth II's wedding dress goes on displayThe dress was made from silk manufactured at Lullingstone Castle in Kent.Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibitFrom fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.'Queen's advice helped me in Lord-Lieutenant role'Lady Clare Fitzroy, Countess of Euston, reflects on her tenure as she prepares to retire.Royals attend Windsor Easter Sunday serviceAndrew-Mountbatten Windsor and his family are absent from the traditional family event. Royal Family arrive at church for Easter Sunday serviceCheers were heard from onlookers as Prince William and Princess Catherine led their children into the chapel.Diamond Jubilee torches help raise £15k for charityBruno Peek sells off Royal memorabilia and says he hopes the new owners will treasure the items too.King's state visit to US to go ahead in April, but no Harry meetingDespite political tensions between the US and UK, the King will travel to Washington next month.Diplomatic challenges facing King on US visitKing Charles will be expected to improve UK and US relations on his state visit next month.Beatrice and Eugenie won't be at royal Easter serviceThey are understood to have made "alternative plans" instead of joining the Royal Family in Windsor.MP calls for review of 'Freedom of City' awardAn MP says the Freedom of York award must be scrutinised after it was stripped from Sarah Ferguson.King jokes plaque will go in the 'downstairs loo'His Majesty made the joke during a visit to a "trail-blazing" solar panel company in Oxford.
