Will there ever be a new royal yacht?
Will there ever be a new royal yacht? Boris Johnson in 2021 announced plans for a new royal yacht as a successor to Britannia, but the project was given the chop around a month ago.
Does the royal family have a last name?
While the royal family generally doesn't use last names, when required on official documents and the like, the children of the late Queen Elizabeth II can use the last name Mountbatten-Windsor, a hybrid of the royal House of Windsor and the name their father, Prince Philip, assumed when he became a naturalized ...
Was The Crown filmed on The Royal Yacht Britannia?
Did you know that The Royal Yacht Britannia featured in season two? Although no filming took place on board, we were thrilled to work closely with Art Director James Wakefield and his team of researchers over several weeks to ensure that the many scenes set on board were as accurate as possible.
What is the dress code for the Royal Yacht Britannia?
There is no formal dress code to visit however due the nature of the decks on board the ship, please wear sensible shoes, no high heels. Please wear comfortable, weather appropriate clothing for touring the five decks.
Did the Royals get another yacht after Britannia?
A Sombre Farewell There was no immediate decision about a replacement, but the question of a new Royal Yacht became a political issue in the run up to the 1997 General Election. After the election, the new Labour Government eventually confirmed in October 1997 there would be no replacement for Britannia.