NewsNewsUK 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 2023.1 Mar 2024UKWhat does King Charles do?The King resumed public duties in April 2024 after a temporary pause following his cancer diagnosis.29 Jan 2025UKThe Royal Family tree and the order of successionWho is in the royal family, and who is next-in-line for the throne?29 Jan 2025UKThe Royal homes of the KingWindsor, Highgrove, Balmoral or one of the others - the new King has plenty of choice.16 Sep 2022UKSeven things you may not know about the CommonwealthCommonwealth leaders will be coming from all over the world to attend King Charles' Coronation.25 Apr 2023UKQueen Elizabeth II: A life in picturesKey photographs from her birth through the coronation to becoming Britain's longest-reigning monarch.8 Sep 2022In PicturesSign up nowRoyal Watch newsletter: Get insider stories and expert analysis from Sean Coughlan, direct to your inbox every weekSee moreLatest news'The King's Trust saved my life' Harry Byrne has tea at Buckingham Palace with King Charles after winning national award.10 hrs agoCoventry & WarwickshireUK to host Trump for full state visit later this yearThe dates of the US president's stay are yet to be confirmed, but September is said to be most likely.1 day agoUKQueen Elizabeth memorial to include bridge inspired by her tiaraLord Foster's winning design also includes a statue of the Queen with Prince Philip.2 days agoUKPrince William celebrates birthday with puppy photoKensington Palace posts an image of the Prince of Wales playing with his dog Orla's litter.5 days agoUKKing's Midwinter message to Antarctic researchersKing Charles is the first monarch to take part in the annual BBC broadcast, which sends a morale-raising message to scientists on remote research bases.5 days agoClimatePrincess of Wales pulls out of Royal Ascot appearanceCatherine was due to attend the races with her husband the Prince of Wales and the King and Queen.8 days agoUKRoyal Ascot ready for racing's 'biggest five days'Royal Ascot starts on Tuesday with three top-level Group One races on the opening day kicking off the action in style.17 Jun 2025Horse RacingKate makes Order of the Garter service returnCatherine missed last year's event during the period she was receiving cancer treatment.16 Jun 2025BerkshirePrince and Princess of Wales share new photos for Father's DayThe Prince and Princess of Wales have shared new photos of Prince William with George, Charlotte and Louis.15 Jun 2025UKKing honours Pink Ladies' tractor run foundersAnnie and John Chapman are "hugely honoured" to be appointed MBE for their fundraising feats.14 Jun 2025SuffolkKing and Queen cheered by crowds at Trooping the ColourAmongst the pomp and pageantry there was a moment of silence in tribute to the Air India crash victims.14 Jun 2025UKWatch: Trooping the Colour highlights on monarch's official birthdayKing Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by members of the Royal Family as they waved to cheering crowds.14 Jun 2025UK