Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and Family News and Events 12: March 2025 -

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Commencing 24 March 2025

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[iceflower]

Yesterday, March 24, the Duke of Edinburgh as Patron of the Production Guild of Great Britain presented the Duke of Edinburgh Film & TV Inclusion Award 2025:

Sara Putt Associates Trainee Scheme & Foundation Wins PGGB’s Duke of Edinburgh Film & TV Inclusion Award 2025 - The Production Guild

We are proud to announce the winner of our third annual Duke of Edinburgh Film & TV Inclusion Award: The Sara Putt Associates Trainee Scheme & Foundation. PGGB Royal Patron HRH The Duke of Edinburgh presented Laurily Adams, Nicola Lees, and Kelly

productionguild.com

https://twitter.com/x/status/1904485718270845227

 

[iceflower]

As Patron of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children and of Plan International UK the Duchess of Edinburgh was Brussels today, March 26:


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The Royal Family on Instagram: "‘I implore you now, on behalf of the children of today and tomorrow, to redouble your efforts in prioritising their safety.’ Yesterday, in Brussels, The Duchess of Edinburgh addressed an international audience of gove

9,684 likes, 117 comments - theroyalfamily on March 27, 2025: "‘I implore you now, on behalf of the children of today and tomorrow, to redouble your efforts in prioritising their safety.’ Yesterday, in Brussels, The Duchess of Edinburgh addressed an international audience of government...

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[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh in Brussels today, March 27:

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[iceflower]

A new patronage for the Duke of Edinburgh:

The Duke of Edinburgh becomes Patron of the Southbank Centre

On the announcement that The Duke of Edinburgh will become Patron of the Southbank Centre, His Royal Highness toured the space and met community groups who use...

www.royal.uk

https://twitter.com/x/status/1905594417467077035

A belated addition for March 19:

As Patron of Race Against Dementia the Duchess of Edinburgh visited Edinburgh Neuroscience, University of Edinburgh:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1906707142490329590

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of the National Autistic Society has sent a message for the beginning of the World Autism Acceptance Month:

National Autistic Society on Instagram: "We’re delighted to mark the start of #WorldAutismAcceptanceMonth with a message from our Royal Patron, The Duchess of Edinburgh. 💜"

13K likes, 205 comments - nationalautisticsociety on April 1, 2025: "We’re delighted to mark the start of #WorldAutismAcceptanceMonth with a message from our Royal Patron, The Duchess of Edinburgh. 💜".

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https://twitter.com/x/status/1907055523263889425

Last week the Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of DEBRA attended a reception at Hotel Du Vin in Birmingham:

HRH Duchess of Edinburgh GCVO joins DEBRA members at West Midlands Event

DEBRA had the privilege of welcoming our Royal Patron, HRH Duchess of Edinburgh GCVO, to a special event for our West Midlands members.

www.debra.org.uk

 

[Blog Real]

Today, The Duchess of Edinburgh, as Royal Patron, has visited a dementia research laboratory in Edinburgh, founded by charity Race Against Dementia.

The Duchess of Edinburgh visits Race Against Dementia research laboratory

The Duchess of Edinburgh has visited a dementia research laboratory in Edinburgh which was founded by charity Race Against Dementia.

www.royal.uk

https://twitter.com/x/status/1907408655282045092

 

[An Ard Ri]

Here's an article on the Dementia laboratory visit by the Duchess in Edinburgh.
Sophie visits dementia research lab founded by F1 champion Sir Jackie Stewart

 

[iceflower]

A little correction: the Duchess of Edinburgh did not visit the Race Against Dementia laboratory today, but already on March 19, see my post above and the Court Circular. It's only today that more information and photos of the visit were shared.

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as new Patron visited The Yellow Labrador Club at The York Club in Windsor today, April 8 - very cute


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The Duchess of Edinburgh becomes Patron of the Yellow Labrador Club

The Duchess of Edinburgh has become the new Patron for the Yellow Labrador Club, a role that was previously held by Queen Elizabeth II and King George VI.

www.royal.uk

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[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh attended the Sovereign's Parade at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst today, April 11:



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Duchess Sophie steps in for King Charles as he rests up after four-day royal tour - new photos

The King and Queen have returned from their state visit to Italy

www.hellomagazine.com

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Sophie Wessex arrives at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst

Sophie Wessex, 54, cut a stylish figure as she represented the Queen as the Reviewing Officer at The Sovereign's Parade at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in Camberley today.

www.dailymail.co.uk

https://twitter.com/x/status/1912129761368838654

 

[iceflower]

Yesterday, April 23, the Duchess of Edinburgh attended a roundtable discussion on "Empowering Women for a Just and Secure Energy Transition" at Marlborough House in London:

Women's role in energy security highlighted ahead of global summit

The Commonwealth Secretariat and UK’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) today hosted a roundtable on gender and energy security at Marlborough House in London.

thecommonwealth.org

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh has attended the ANZAC Day Commemorations in London today, April 25:



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[Blog Real]

More Photos:

The Royal Family on Instagram: "We remember all the Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in conflicts around the world, on this the 110th anniversary of Anzac Day. This morning, The Duchess of Edinburgh attended a Dawn Service at Hyde

8,495 likes, 30 comments - theroyalfamily on April 25, 2025: "We remember all the Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in conflicts around the world, on this the 110th anniversary of Anzac Day. This morning, The Duchess of Edinburgh attended a Dawn Service at Hyde Park Corner in...

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https://twitter.com/x/status/1915709721803198615

 

[iceflower]

Today, April 28, the Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of The Lighthouse opened The Lighthouse Aldershot, Hampshire and she visited the Princess Margaret Hospital in Windsor.


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Duchess Sophie shines in the ultimate heatwave dress - with elegant mermaid hair

The mother of Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex, wowed in a new frock

www.hellomagazine.com

Royal fans share the same four-word response over Duchess Sophie

Duchess Sophie turned heads in a trendy navy suit as she stepped out in Hampshire.

www.express.co.uk

Duchess Sophie beams as she steps out for a day of royal engagements

The Duchess of Edinburgh is all smiles today as she steps out for a busy day of royal engagements.

www.express.co.uk

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as new Patron of Social Farms and Gardens visited Surrey Docks Farm to mark her new patronage today, April 29:


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Social Farms & Gardens celebrates new Royal Patron | Social Farms & Gardens

www.farmgarden.org.uk

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[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh visited the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London this morning, April 30, to meet Chelsea Pensioners:


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https://twitter.com/x/status/1917575544020881441

And in the afternoon she attended a service for the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association at St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in London:


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Meanwhile the Duke of Edinburgh is on a two-day visit to Philadelphia (April 30-May 1):


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Prince Edward visits Philadelphia celebrating history, youth education

Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, visited the Philadelphia area on Wednesday, April 30, beginning a two-day visit, following a two-day stop in New York

metrophiladelphia.com

ROYAL VISIT: The Dedication of the Benjamin Rush Garden and Bicentennial Bell Recap - British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia

His Royal Highness The Prince Edward, The Duke of Edinburgh [...]

babcphl.com

04.30.25 The Dedication of the Benjamin Rush Garden and Bicentennial Bell

His Royal Highness The Prince Edward, The Duke of Edinburgh KG KT GCVO was the guest of honor presiding over the rededication of the Bicentennial Bell Garden at 3rd and Walnut Streets in Independence National Historical Park on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Mayor Parker welcomed HRH and attendees...

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[An Ard Ri]

Here are a few more photos from his two-day visit to Philadelphia.
PPE Agency

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of the London Children's Flower Society visited Newman Catholic College in London today, May 7:

The Duchess of Edinburgh Visits Student Gardening and Community Spirit | Royal Life Magazine

This visit was arranged through the London Children’s Flower Society, of which The Duchess of Edinburgh is a patron.

royallifemagazine.co.uk

https://twitter.com/x/status/1920098035054330345

 

[iceflower]

The Duke of Edinburgh hosted a gold award celebration for the Duke of Edinburgh's award at the Buckingham Palace gardens today, May 9:


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https://twitter.com/x/status/1920854111324426588

 

[iceflower]

As Colonel-in-Chief of The Queen's Royal Hussars (The Queen's Own and Royal Irish) the Duke of Edinburgh attended the Cavalry Memorial Parade at Hyde Park today, May 11:


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[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh visited Barleylands Education Centre and the Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary in Essex today, May 12:

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[iceflower]

The Duke of Edinburgh visited visited St Andrew’s Youth Club in Westminster in connection with the Mental Health Awareness Week:

The Duke of Edinburgh returns to St Andrew’s Youth Club as part of Patronage with charity London Youth - London Youth

londonyouth.org

The Royal Family on Instagram: "As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, The Duke of Edinburgh visited St Andrew’s Youth Club in Westminster. 🎨 During the visit, The Duke took part in a range of wellbeing-focused activities, including baking, mindfu

623 likes, 3 comments - theroyalfamily on May 14, 2025: "As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, The Duke of Edinburgh visited St Andrew’s Youth Club in Westminster. 🎨 During the visit, The Duke took part in a range of wellbeing-focused activities, including baking, mindful colouring, and...

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[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh visited the Royal School for the Blind in Liverpool yesterday, May 19:

The Royal Family on Instagram: "An inspiring afternoon with the incredible staff and students at the Royal School for the Blind Charity! 💙 The Duchess of Edinburgh visited to learn how the school is helping reshape perceptions of visual impairment.

1,541 likes, 29 comments - theroyalfamily on May 20, 2025: "An inspiring afternoon with the incredible staff and students at the Royal School for the Blind Charity! 💙 The Duchess of Edinburgh visited to learn how the school is helping reshape perceptions of visual impairment. Whilst at the...

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https://twitter.com/x/status/1924812237211865269

On May 20 as Global Ambassador of the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness she attended the 2025 Orbis Visionaries Reception in London:

Orbis UK on Instagram: "This evening, we were honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh to our third annual Orbis Visionaries reception, held at the iconic @batterseapwrstn, London, in inside the historic Control Room A. Her Ro

47 likes, 1 comments - orbis_uk on May 20, 2025: "This evening, we were honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh to our third annual Orbis Visionaries reception, held at the iconic @batterseapwrstn, London, in inside the historic Control Room A. Her Royal Highness...

www.instagram.com

https://twitter.com/x/status/1924940798665064689

https://twitter.com/x/status/1924953800680341803

 

[iceflower]

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh began a visit the Isle of Jura today, May 21:


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