Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.Photo: Antony Jones/Getty ImagesMeghan Markleand Prince Harry‘s sonArchiewas missing a very important guest at hisroyal christening: great-grandmotherQueen Elizabeth.The monarch and her husbandPrince Philip, who are believed to be at Sandringham together, were noticeably missing from the ceremony on Saturday, but it wasn’t a break in royal tradition. Although the Queen attended the christenings of great-grandkidsPrince GeorgeandPrincess Charlotte, shedid not attend Prince Louis’ christeninglast year.The decision that she would not be attending Louis’ event was “mutually agreed” between the Queen,Prince WilliamandKate Middleton“some time ago,” a palace source told PEOPLE at the time.The Queen’s absence is likely due to her busy schedule. She just capped off a heavy work week and she has another one in the week ahead. And at 93, she has beenhanding over certain roles and patronages to senior membersof the royal family.Philip, who turned 98 last month, is retired from public duty and doesn’t attend as many events.CHRIS ALLERTON/AFP/Getty ImagesCHRIS ALLERTON/AFP/Getty ImagesThe Queen is also preparing for hersummer holiday at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. She typically heads north to her Scottish residence in late July each year as Buckingham Palace prepares to open its doors to visitors. But it’s not all play for the monarch while she’s away in the Scottish Highlands. She does continue to work, reading her diplomatic papers in the famous “red boxes” that are delivered daily. She will also continue to hold audiences and undertake some public engagements.During her summer holiday, she will also entertain many of her immediate family members. Harry took Meghan to hisgrandmother’s Scottish highlands estatebefore their engagement was announced.Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage?Sign up for our newsletterto get the latest updates onKate Middleton,Meghan Markleand more!Palace sources say there is no cause for any concern about the health of either her or Philip, who turned 98 last month. Philip hasappeared at several royal weddingsover the past year and has beenspotted driving around Windsor Estateafter getting into acar crash earlier this year.Those attending the royal christening includePrince William,Kate Middleton,Prince CharlesandCamilla, Duchess of Cornwalland Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland.
Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.Photo: Antony Jones/Getty Images
Meghan Markleand Prince Harry‘s sonArchiewas missing a very important guest at hisroyal christening: great-grandmotherQueen Elizabeth.The monarch and her husbandPrince Philip, who are believed to be at Sandringham together, were noticeably missing from the ceremony on Saturday, but it wasn’t a break in royal tradition. Although the Queen attended the christenings of great-grandkidsPrince GeorgeandPrincess Charlotte, shedid not attend Prince Louis’ christeninglast year.The decision that she would not be attending Louis’ event was “mutually agreed” between the Queen,Prince WilliamandKate Middleton“some time ago,” a palace source told PEOPLE at the time.The Queen’s absence is likely due to her busy schedule. She just capped off a heavy work week and she has another one in the week ahead. And at 93, she has beenhanding over certain roles and patronages to senior membersof the royal family.Philip, who turned 98 last month, is retired from public duty and doesn’t attend as many events.CHRIS ALLERTON/AFP/Getty ImagesCHRIS ALLERTON/AFP/Getty ImagesThe Queen is also preparing for hersummer holiday at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. She typically heads north to her Scottish residence in late July each year as Buckingham Palace prepares to open its doors to visitors. But it’s not all play for the monarch while she’s away in the Scottish Highlands. She does continue to work, reading her diplomatic papers in the famous “red boxes” that are delivered daily. She will also continue to hold audiences and undertake some public engagements.During her summer holiday, she will also entertain many of her immediate family members. Harry took Meghan to hisgrandmother’s Scottish highlands estatebefore their engagement was announced.Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage?Sign up for our newsletterto get the latest updates onKate Middleton,Meghan Markleand more!Palace sources say there is no cause for any concern about the health of either her or Philip, who turned 98 last month. Philip hasappeared at several royal weddingsover the past year and has beenspotted driving around Windsor Estateafter getting into acar crash earlier this year.Those attending the royal christening includePrince William,Kate Middleton,Prince CharlesandCamilla, Duchess of Cornwalland Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland.
Meghan Markleand Prince Harry‘s sonArchiewas missing a very important guest at hisroyal christening: great-grandmotherQueen Elizabeth.
The monarch and her husbandPrince Philip, who are believed to be at Sandringham together, were noticeably missing from the ceremony on Saturday, but it wasn’t a break in royal tradition. Although the Queen attended the christenings of great-grandkidsPrince GeorgeandPrincess Charlotte, shedid not attend Prince Louis’ christeninglast year.
The decision that she would not be attending Louis’ event was “mutually agreed” between the Queen,Prince WilliamandKate Middleton“some time ago,” a palace source told PEOPLE at the time.
The Queen’s absence is likely due to her busy schedule. She just capped off a heavy work week and she has another one in the week ahead. And at 93, she has beenhanding over certain roles and patronages to senior membersof the royal family.
Philip, who turned 98 last month, is retired from public duty and doesn’t attend as many events.
CHRIS ALLERTON/AFP/Getty Images
The Queen is also preparing for hersummer holiday at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. She typically heads north to her Scottish residence in late July each year as Buckingham Palace prepares to open its doors to visitors. But it’s not all play for the monarch while she’s away in the Scottish Highlands. She does continue to work, reading her diplomatic papers in the famous “red boxes” that are delivered daily. She will also continue to hold audiences and undertake some public engagements.
During her summer holiday, she will also entertain many of her immediate family members. Harry took Meghan to hisgrandmother’s Scottish highlands estatebefore their engagement was announced.
Palace sources say there is no cause for any concern about the health of either her or Philip, who turned 98 last month. Philip hasappeared at several royal weddingsover the past year and has beenspotted driving around Windsor Estateafter getting into acar crash earlier this year.
Those attending the royal christening includePrince William,Kate Middleton,Prince CharlesandCamilla, Duchess of Cornwalland Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland.
source: people.com
