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

[iceflower]

Yesterday, November 27, the Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of Wellbeing of Women visited a working lab at the University College London - Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Institute for Women's Health:


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HRH Duchess of Edinburgh meets UCL scientists advancing women’s health

Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Edinburgh visited UCL’s EGA Institute for Women’s Health to see first-hand the cutting-edge science which is improving outcomes for women and babies.

www.ucl.ac.uk

https://twitter.com/x/status/1994409766173519888

 

[iceflower]

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh attended the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury Racecourse in Berkshire today, November 29:


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Duchess Sophie is a sideline star as she steps out alongside Prince Edward

The Duchess of Edinburgh stepped out alongside her husband Prince Edward at the Coral Gold Cup Meeting at Newbury Racecourse

www.hellomagazine.com

 

[Diarist]

We attended the Gold cup yesterday afternoon. This was the Meeting that was previously know as 'The Hennessy' after its previous sponsor, the drinks company ['Hennessy Brandy'] Its current sponsor is Coral, a betting company. If I could help with some information, the meeting is still referred to by many people as 'The Hennessy'. It forms part of the 'strong part' of the 'National Hunt' [Jumping] season, which runs through to the 'Whitbread' meeting [now known by its present sponsors, a bookmaker [gambling] firm at Sandown Park racecourse. Sophie presented the Gold Cup trophy.

Andrew LLoyd Webber and nis wife, both noted owner' were also there, apparently with Sophie and Edward from my personal observations!

Although it was essentially a 'fun' engagement, to me it underlines that Sophie works hard, as a look at her recent calendar of engagements will show.

 

[VictoriaB]

Absolutely Sophie works hard. As does Edward. That’s why the current targeting of them by the Times , Norman Baker & the loathsome Graham Smith is, IMHO so unfair.

And if people have no idea what Edward and Sophie do, that is a reflection on the British media not Edward and Sophie.

 

[Kaye1850]

And if people have no idea what Edward and Sophie do, that is a reflection on the British media not Edward and Sophie.

I’ve often wondered if they would get better press attention doing more joint engagements ~ I understand they can cover more territory by splitting engagements, but it seems their events often go unnoticed.

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron opened The Lighthouse Guildford today, December 1:



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Duchess Sophie embraces 'winter minimalism' with £200 sculpted jumper dress

The Duchess of Edinburgh embraced 'winter minimalism' in a £200 sculpted jumper dress as she visited The Lighthouse Guildford to officially open the new community hub.

www.hellomagazine.com

Duchess Sophie coos over babies and praises volunteers during Guildford charity outing - exclusive details

The Duchess of Edinburgh opened the new Guildford hub of The Lighthouse - a Surrey and Hampshire-based charity which helps to support marginalised and vulnerable members of society through its various programmes and initiatives.

www.hellomagazine.com

HELLO! Magazine on Instagram: "Duchess Sophie opted for a classic winter look for her engagement in Guildford today 😍 the royal opened The Lighthouse hub, which hosts a variety of charitable projects and sessions for the community ❤️ 📷: Max Mumby"

1,248 likes, 15 comments - hellomag on December 1, 2025: "Duchess Sophie opted for a classic winter look for her engagement in Guildford today 😍 the royal opened The Lighthouse hub, which hosts a variety of charitable projects and sessions for the community ❤️ 📷: Max Mumby".

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https://www.facebook.com/hello/posts/pfbid0nv7FrnA8J4vm32j42hdxmpgkyKZMcreFTfZZT9Mm9cKbkhpdGecZMSV1zvXq1Cvnl

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as Royal Colonel visited 5th Battalion The Rifles at Bulford Camp in Wiltshire today, December 5:


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Duchess Sophie just recycled 'hip-hugging' Alaia dress she first wore in her 50s

The Duchess of Edinburgh looked stunning at the Bulford Camp in Wiltshire, wearing a skater-style, hip-hugging dress by Alaia that she first wore in 2016, when the wife of Prince Edward was 51.

www.hellomagazine.com

 

[iceflower]

On December 10 the Duchess of Edinburgh attended the Georgetown Institute of Women, Peace and Security Ukraine Documentary Screening at the Royal Society of Medicine in London:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1999182366636429342

 

[An Ard Ri]

Today the Duchess of Edinburgh will visit the island of Alderney to mark the 80th Anniversary of Homecoming Day.
Royal visit as Alderney marks 80th Homecoming anniversary
Duchess Sophie switches up winter style in 'upbeat' statement trousers

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh at the celebrations for the 80th Anniversary of Homecoming Day today, December 15:

https://twitter.com/x/status/2000598445183377512

https://twitter.com/x/status/2000890949677785527

The Royal Family on Instagram: "The Duchess of Edinburgh has joined the people of Alderney to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of their Homecoming. In 1945 islanders returned home having been evacuated to mainland Britain ahead of the German Occupatio

5,686 likes, 54 comments - theroyalfamily on December 16, 2025: "The Duchess of Edinburgh has joined the people of Alderney to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of their Homecoming. In 1945 islanders returned home having been evacuated to mainland Britain ahead of the German Occupation in 1940...

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Duchess of Edinburgh joins for Alderney’s 80th Homecoming

A Royal visitor made the 80th anniversary of Alderney’s post-war Homecoming particularly special yesterday as Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, arrived to help the island celebrate and remember.

guernseypress.com

GALLERY: Ridunians revel in Royal Visit - Bailiwick Express News Guernsey

Alderney marked a poignant milestone yesterday as a Royal visitor joined Ridunians for the 80th anniversary of Homecoming. Her Royal Highness, Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh began her Alderney visit with a service taking place at St Anne’s Parish Church. Crowds awaited the Duchess, who greeted...

www.bailiwickexpress.com

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron visited Disability Initiative in Camberley today, December 18, and didn't mind to put santa's hat on - so lovely!


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Exclusive: Duchess Sophie displays 'natural' talent during charity visit

The Duchess of Edinburgh visited Disability Initiative in Camberley for some fun-filled Christmas activities

www.hellomagazine.com

https://twitter.com/x/status/2001986233954603323

 

[iceflower]

The family's Christmas card has been revealed and contains photos of the Duke and Duchess's visit to Japan this year:


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Christmas card from Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh shows unseen picture

Prince Edward and his wife Sophie unveiled two unseen snaps from their five day tour of the country in September.

www.dailymail.co.uk

And the Duchess of Edinburgh was on Radio Christmas today:

https://twitter.com/x/status/2002984737904959559

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron visited The Lighthouse in Woking:

The Royal Family on Instagram: "The Duchess of Edinburgh has visited @t.lighthouse in Woking, as they prepare for their upcoming relocation. 📦 As Patron, HRH spent time with volunteers as they packed up the charity’s site, and was given a first look

2,808 likes, 36 comments - theroyalfamily on January 9, 2026: "The Duchess of Edinburgh has visited @t.lighthouse in Woking, as they prepare for their upcoming relocation. 📦 As Patron, HRH spent time with volunteers as they packed up the charity’s site, and was given a first look at The...

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The Lighthouse on Instagram: "HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh visited The Lighthouse Woking, taking the short walk to our new location around the corner. Our patron The Duchess viewed the new space still under refurbishment and met with the developers,

28 likes, 0 comments - t.lighthouse on January 9, 2026: "HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh visited The Lighthouse Woking, taking the short walk to our new location around the corner. Our patron The Duchess viewed the new space still under refurbishment and met with the developers, architects, and...

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The Lighthouse on Instagram: "Our patron HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh visited The Lighthouse Woking to meet and thank volunteers who are packing up our beloved building, ahead of our relocation around the corner. Photos: @edpeers @theroyalfamily

31 likes, 0 comments - t.lighthouse on January 9, 2026: "Our patron HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh visited The Lighthouse Woking to meet and thank volunteers who are packing up our beloved building, ahead of our relocation around the corner. Photos: @edpeers @theroyalfamily @t.lighthouse...

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https://twitter.com/x/status/2009665070180024444

https://www.facebook.com/thelighthouse.info/posts/pfbid02u1eDiaxZpDQeZP5fCesmrkdkFi8XwxBMfsPdxGJpoEmiWACPxWHCNbEoABmYZbHLl