Indeed, the Royal Family still retain the German custom - introduced by Prince Albert - of opening their presents on Christmas Eve rather than Christmas morning. — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
For a sailor used to travelling light and looking after himself, many aspects of life as a royal came as an unpleasant shock to… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
When it comes to his sons, it would be easy to think that the macho Duke of Edinburgh has most in common with Prince… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
The enormity of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's global influence is daunting, especially for Kate, whose look is admired, copied, and analysed everywhere. — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
Even if you only meditate for ten minutes a day, it is ten minutes well spent and, in the long term, can give you… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
The Queen rarely loses her temper, but when she does, she brooks no argument. — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
The path of royal romance has never been smooth; Princess Margaret was unable to marry the man she loved because it meant renouncing her… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
The Queen made a great fuss of her future daughter-in-law, trying to demonstrate that she was interested in Diana for her personal qualities and… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
As the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, the Queen feels she cannot be seen to smile in church - and her natural… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
When Prince Andrew tired of romancing a pretty dancer and turned his attentions to Koo Stark, he instructed the Buckingham Palace switchboard not to… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
Like many things, the hardest part about meditation is the decision to put aside the time for it. — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
When Lady Diana Spencer first visited Balmoral, aged 19, she charmed all the Royals and the Queen especially. — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
Sometimes it can be difficult for me if Ross writes something inaccurate or hurtful. Ronald Ferguson used to ring me up and say, 'Ingie,… — Ingrid Seward Copy Share Image
