Carla Carlisle may be a free-born American, but she doffs her cap to the late Queen, the new King, and how Britain's centuries-old balancing act can trump the whims of political mood in a republic.
Details and images of the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Monday 19th September, 2022.
The twist of fate that led the young Princess Elizabeth to become heir to the throne could not have gifted us a better sovereign, says Matthew Dennison, as he looks in depth at Queen Elizabeth II's life and legacy.
Mary Miers takes a look at a much-loved home of the Royal Family, Balmoral.
The Queen was the best-travelled monarch in British history. John Goodall looks at the story of the Royal Yacht Britannia, now permanently moored in Leith, Edinburgh. Photographs by Paul Highnam.
How Her Majesty was so often face-to-face with the people who shaped the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
John Martin Robinson takes a tour of Sandringham House, the country house beloved and developed by generations of the royal family, including rooms not seen by the public. Photographs by Will Pryce for Country Life.
What are the origins of our national anthem? John Goodall investigates the extraordinary story behind both the tune and the words, as well as their influence on other nations.
A glimpse into the personality of His Majesty The King and HRH Camilla, The Queen Consort, from Country Life's managing and features editor.
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Country Life columnist Agromenes focuses on the outpouring of love and celebration he has witnessed for the late monarch.
The Queen was famous for the twinkle in her eye and wicked sense of humour, as countless people have recalled over the years. Lydia Stangroom and Toby Keel pick out some of the best anecdotes from among the many tributes paid to her.
With Her Majesty the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh both now having passed away, we take a look back at some wonderful images of their time together — a time which began several years before Princess Elizabeth became Queen Elizabeth II.
Carla Carlisle's friends and family back in America are convinced she's on personal terms with Her Majesty. She isn't — but there was that one time....
Alan Titchmarsh explores the garden of Birkhall, The Prince of Wales's Scottish home on the Balmoral estate.
From the miles she travelled to the honours she conferred, Jane Watkins takes a look at some of the numbers behind The Queen's extraordinary reign.
King Charles III spoke to the nation for the first time, paying tribute to his late mother The Queen, and confirming Prince William as the new Prince of Wales.
We look back in the Country Life archive to see some of the best frontispiece pictures featuring Queen Elizabeth II.
Far from being a passive dresser, The Queen pays close attention to what she wears and what those clothes convey. She has left a lasting impression on the fashion industry, believes Justine Picardie.
