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Duchess of Cambridge Painting Unveiled at National Portrait Gallery

Hannah Collingbourne — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 09:00:44 +0000

The first official painting of the Duchess of Cambridge will go on show to the public at the National Portrait Gallery from this afternoon.

The Duchess was involved in selecting artist Paul Emsley, who won the BP Portrait Award in 2007, to paint the portrait, which took three and a half months to complete.

What do you think of the picture?

Congratulations! Prince William and Kate Expecting Royal Baby

Zoe Craig — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 17:01:06 +0000

We’re thrilled at the news that Kate Middleton’s pregnant. Do you think her wax figure at Madame Tussauds will be updated with a baby bump in the coming months?

The exciting news about the arrival of a royal baby in London is only tainted by the fact that the duchess has been admitted to King Edward VII Hospital in Central London with acute morning sickness. Let’s hope she recovers soon.

As the BBC points out, the royal baby will be born third in line and in direct succession to the throne. He or she will one day be head of the armed forces, supreme governor of the Church of England and subsequently head of state in 16 countries.

Are you fans of the royal couple? Don’t forget there are many ways you can learn and experience more about the Royal Family in London. Here are some tips for enjoying Royal London; and some suggestions on how you can sample Kate Middleton’s favourite London haunts.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at Madame Tussauds

Lettice — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:39:18 +0000

Would you like to meet the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge? Madame Tussauds London has just unveiled brand new wax figures of William and Catherine.

Catherine’s outfit includes a replica of the famous blue Issa dress she wore when the couple announced their engagement, as well as a replica of the sapphire engagement ring which belonged to Diana, Princess of Wales and was given by William to Catherine.

The couple are now on permanent display together in the Royal Family Zone.

If you’re a fan of the royal couple, why not read our guides to William’s London and Catherine’s London and find out where they like to spend time in the capital.

Olympic Torch and Velodrome in Design Museum Exhibition

Hannah Collingbourne — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:36:47 +0000

The Olympic Torch, the London 2012 Velodrome and a piece of lace from the Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding dress all feature in the longlist for Designs of the Year at the Design Museum.

A wind-propelled landmine detonator, virtual Tesco store and pop-up cinema (Folly for a Flyover in Hackney, East London) were also selected for the longlist.

The nominated products will be on show at the Design Museum from next month. The winners will be selected by a jury and announced on 24 April.

Designs of the Year is at the Design Museum from 8 February to 15 July 2012