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Don’t forget the clocks change in the UK tomorrow. Find out more about some of the beautiful time pieces in the royal residences on the Royal Collection Trust Facebook Page.

'This watch by Thomas Mudge incorporates the earliest known example of the lever escapement, which is why this watch has been described as 'perhaps the most historically important watch in the world'. As such this watch is the forerunner of almost all modern wrist and pocket watches. In addition this was the first pocket watch to have an automatic device for compensating changes in temperature - http://bit.ly/1OCg8Rr'
'The Queen was presented with this Cartier desk clock on her birthday in 1932. What makes this clock particularly striking is the bright colours including the three carved nephrite owls, the lapis lazuli plinth and the mother of pearl dial - http://bit.ly/1E9tT7f'
'What do you like best about this Floor Standing Clock? Is was presented to The Duke of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon as a wedding gift on 26 April 1923 - http://bit.ly/1Gx5zfc'
'This magnificent and large-scale table clock was created by renowned clockmaker, John Pyke, who was particularly well known for his complex mechanisms which combined music-making and machinery. This clock was recently on display as part of our #FirstGeorgians exhibition at #QueensGallery London - http://bit.ly/1Gx5vMz'
Royal Collection Trust added 6 new photos to the album: #SpringForward.

This weekend is one of the busiest times of year for the horological conservators who look after the hundreds of time pieces throughout the royal residences. As... we get ready for daylight saving time in the UK, the team begin the process of changing the clocks today so that they are all adjusted by Sunday evening. Take a look through this selection of some of the spectacular time pieces within the Royal Collection.

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The Duke and Duchess had a great day visiting inspiring projects for young people in South London - read the news story here http://bit.ly/1Ch3L76

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Yesterday The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall launched Elephant Family's "Travels to my Elephant", which will see 60 rickshaws race across India in November to support endangered elephants in Asia.

Their Royal Highnesses became Joint Presidents of the charity in 2014. It was founded by The Duchess of Cornwall's late brother Mark Shand.

Ambassadors of the charity including Joanna Lumley attended the launch yesterday to give their support to the elephants. You can see our video from the event here:

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The Prince of Wales, as President of WWF UK, has recorded a message for ‪#‎EarthHourUK‬ which is happening in the United Kingdom at 8.30pm on Saturday 28th March 2015.

HRH became President of the conservation charity in 2011, following in the footsteps of his father The Duke of Edinburgh who became the charity's first President in 1961.

http://goo.gl/8E1YO0

HRH The Prince of Wales supports Earth Hour UK 2015 - WWF's Earth Hour
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Latest News and Diary 2015 Mar

'The Countess of Wessex arrives at the service marking the reburial of King Richard III, Leicester Cathedral, 26 March 2015.'
'The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester arrive at the service marking the reburial of King Richard III, Leicester Cathedral, 26 March 2015.'
'The Queen is greeted by Prince Michael of Kent as she arrives at the National Memorial to the Few, Capel-le-Ferne, Kent where she opened 'The Wing' and met a group of 'The Few', surviving RAF airmen who fought in the Battle of Britain in the Second World War, 26 March 2015.'
'The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive at Canterbury Cathedral in Kent where they attended a service and unveiled two statues to mark Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee, 26 March 2015.'

Congratulations to everyone who received their honours from The Prince of Wales at today's investiture at Buckingham Palace.

An honour is a public way of illustrating that the recipient has done something worthy of recognition and is made to deserving and high-achieving people from every section of the community, from school crossing officials and charity workers to leaders of industry

As the 'fountain of honour' in the UK, The Queen has the sole right of conferring all title...s of honour, including life peerages, knighthoods and gallantry awards, although honours are actually awarded on the advice of the Cabinet Office.

Find out more about ‪#‎Investitures‬ on our website: http://bit.ly/1EHrVG7

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'Felicity Aston at Buckingham Palace after receiving her MBE and a Polar Medal from The Prince of Wales, 26 March 2015. Ms Aston is the first woman in the world to ski across Antarctica alone. © Press Association'
'Jamal Edwards, aged 24, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, SBTV with his MBE for services to Music. Jamal has almost single-handedly grown his youth broadcasting channel SBTV from a few clips of his friends rapping into a global brand which has amassed more than 150 million YouTube hits and 215,000 channel subscribers. Such has been the success of SBTV that he has been credited with helping to re-invigorate the UK rap and grime scene. Under his guidance, SBTV has become a more diverse youth lifestyle broadcaster, incorporating more genres of music which has seen the inclusion of various artistes. Jamal is an ambassador for MTV’s Staying Alive Foundation, which encourages young people who are passionate about their ideas to use their drive and ambition to fight the spread of HIV and alleviate the stigma through their own businesses and organisations. He is also a Spirit of London Ambassador as well an ambassador for the Prince’s Trust.'
'Dame Joan Collins, Philanthropist and charity campaigner, is awarded a Damehood for services to charity.'
'Jean Cough at Buckingham Palace after receiving her MBE for services to Children and Sport from The Prince of Wales. © Press Association'

The Duchess of Cambridge has given a quote to the Times today to mark their Time to Mind Children's Mental Health Campaign. Her Royal Highness has spoken out about this important issue before, most notably in a video for child mental health week - view it here http://bit.ly/1M3sK5p or read the full text of Her Royal Highness's quote here: http://bit.ly/1GYDHi5

'The Duchess of Cambridge has given a quote to the Times today to mark their Time to Mind Children's Mental Health Campaign. Her Royal Highness has spoken out about this important issue before, most notably in a video for child mental health week - view it here http://bit.ly/1M3sK5p or read the full text of Her Royal Highness's quote here: http://bit.ly/1GYDHi5'

Latest News and Diary 2015 Mar

'The Duke of Kent visits South Devon Railway, Buckfastleigh, 19 March 2015.'
'The Duke of Kent visits South Devon Railway in Buckfastleigh, 19 March 2015.'
'The Queen welcomes Mr Ayeid Mousseid Yahya - the new Ambassador from the Republic of Djibouti - to Buckingham Palace, 25 March 2015. Her Majesty meets all new Ambassadors and High Commissioners when they first take up their posts in London.'
'The Queen welcomes Mr. Ousmane Matar Breme - the new Ambassador from the Republic of Chad - to Buckingham Palace, 25 March 2015. Her Majesty meets all new Ambassadors and High Commissioners when they first take up their posts in London.'

‪#‎PitchPerfect‬ at the Palace! Watch a video of The Duke of York conducting a rendition of Happy Birthday to Princess Eugenie, who turned 25 on Monday. The Duke then introduced 14 entrepreneurs, who each pitched their ideas to an audience of 400 business leaders. Set up in 2014, The Duke's Pitch@Palace initiative aims to connect UK start-ups with potential investors and mentors.

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At Pitch@Palace 3.0 last night The Duke and the attendees sang Happy Birthday to Princess Eugenie.

Pitch@Palace 3.0 focused on Innovation and Technology in the Creative Industries and supported 42 Entrepreneurs. For more information see www.pitchatpalace.com

HRH Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester, Patron, the Richard III Society, will be present in Leicester today to attend a service where The King's remains will be received prior to Reinterment on 26th March.

'HRH Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester, Patron, the Richard III Society, will be present in Leicester today to attend a service where The King's remains will be received prior to Reinterment on 26th March.'

Latest News and Diary 2015 Mar

'The Queen on HMS OCEAN accompanied by Captain Timothy Henry, Commander of the amphibious assault ship, at HM Naval Base Devonport, in Plymouth, Devon, 20 March 2015.'
'Ashton Akerman gets a little shy at the sight of The Queen during a meeting with families and crew on board the Royal Navy's HMS OCEAN, at HM Naval Base Devonport, in Plymouth, Devon, 20 March 2015.'
'The Queen on HMS OCEAN, an amphibious assault ship, at HM Naval Base Devonport, in Plymouth, Devon, 20 March 2015.'
'The Queen speaks to five-year-old Harvey Edmonson and his father Alan on HMS OCEAN, having met them both five-years previously during Her Majesty's last visit to the ship, 20 March 2015.'

This week's Court Circulars are now available online. From The Queen's visit to Battersea Dogs and Cats Home to The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall in the USA, read the official reports issued by the Royal Household.

The court reports or 'Court Circulars' were begun in 1803 when George III became frustrated at the inaccurate reporting of Royal events in national newspapers. They continue today and are the only official and comprehensive account of Royal engagement...s.

Find out more about the history of the Court Circular:

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Search Court Circulars going back to 1997:

bit.ly/1aPGUqe

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'The office are "Pitching In" and immersed in the final preparations for Pitch@Palace 3.0. St. James's Palace awaits. - AY'
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The office are "Pitching In" and immersed in the final preparations for Pitch@Palace 3.0. St. James's Palace awaits. - AY

Latest News and Diary 2015 Mar

'The Duke of of Edinburgh examines a commemorative Winston Churchill Medallion designed by Brian Clarke (left), during a reception at Buckingham Palace to mark 50 years of the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust, 18 March 2015.'
'The Queen meets Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson during a reception at Buckingham Palace to mark 50 years of the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust, 18 March 2015.'
'Hillsborough campaigners Margaret Aspinall and Trevor Hicks at Buckingham Palace after being made a CBEs by The Queen during an Investiture ceremony, 19 march 2015.'
'Dame Kristin Scott Thomas at Buckingham Palace after receiving her damehood from The Queen Elizabeth Buckingham Palace, 19 March 2015.'

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrived in Washington on 17th March for a four day visit to the USA.

They have carried out a number of engagements so far, including a visit to the Lincoln and Martin Luther King Jr Memorials and Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington.

The Prince also gave a speech about the reduction of plastic waste in the marine environment, while The Duchess visited the Shakespeare Theatre Company.

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This video includes some of those highlights:

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A busy day of engagements in Washington for The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall's ‪#‎RoyalVisitUSA‬ is currently underway.

This morning Their Royal Highnesses visited the Lincoln and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, before going on to visit Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington.

You can read our Storify blog for the latest photos and updates here: http://goo.gl/RG5lG0

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Prince Harry attended the launch event for Walking With The Wounded "Walk of Britain" today, and announced that he will be joining the expedition team for a small part of their journey.

The ‪#‎WalkofBritain‬ will see five wounded veterans walk 1000 miles through mainland UK from 22nd August - 31st October 2015, visiting local communities along the way to raise awareness for the work that Walking With The Wounded is doing to support injured servicemen and women back into indep...endence through employment.

Prince Harry has supported Walking With The Wounded since the charity was formed, taking part in their trek to the North Pole in 2011 and South Pole in 2013. He was also Patron of the WWTW Everest expedition in 2012.

Read Prince Harry's speech from today's launch: http://bit.ly/1F2ODO8

Find out more about how His Royal Highness supports the Armed Forces through his ‪#‎RoyalFoundation‬ here: http://bit.ly/1MJ9uHk

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'Prince Harry attends the Walking With The Wounded "Walk of Britain" expedition launch.'
'Prince Harry attends the Walking With The Wounded "Walk of Britain" expedition launch.'
'Prince Harry attends the Walking With The Wounded "Walk of Britain" expedition launch.'
'Prince Harry attends the Walking With The Wounded "Walk of Britain" expedition launch.'

Latest News and Diary 2015 Mar

'The Queen meets Battersea Dogs and Cats Home supporters and sponsors, 17 March 2015. Her Majesty opened the new state-of-the-art Mary Tealby Kennels at the home.'
'The Queen meets dogs forming a 'Guard of Honour' as she arrives at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, 17 March 2015. Her Majesty opened the new state-of-the-art Mary Tealby Kennels at the home.'
'The Queen unveils a plaque to officially open the new state-of-the-art Mary Tealby Kennels at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, 17 March 2015.'
'The Princess Royal meets The President of the Republic of the Philippines at Malacañang Palace in Manila, 17 March 2015.'
'Her Majesty The Queen accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh visited our London centre today to officially open our new state-of-the-art Mary Tealby Kennels. The Queen and Prince Philip met Battersea staff, volunteers, dogs and Battersea Ambassadors Paul O’Grady, Amanda Holden, David Gandy and Dame Jacqueline Wilson on this historic occasion for the Home. They saw how the facilities will play a vital role in helping dogs during their early days at Battersea to improve and speed up their journey towards a loving, new home. Further details of the day can be found here: http://www.battersea.org.uk/apex/webarticle?pageId=herMajestyTheQueenOpensNewLondonKennels'
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Her Majesty The Queen accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh visited our London centre today to officially open our new state-of-the-art Mary Tealby Kennels.

The... Queen and Prince Philip met Battersea staff, volunteers, dogs and Battersea Ambassadors Paul O’Grady, Amanda Holden, David Gandy and Dame Jacqueline Wilson on this historic occasion for the Home. They saw how the facilities will play a vital role in helping dogs during their early days at Battersea to improve and speed up their journey towards a loving, new home.

Further details of the day can be found here: http://www.battersea.org.uk/apex/webarticle…

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The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrive in the USA today for a four day visit at the request of the British Government.

We will be updating our ‪#‎RoyalVisitUSA‬ blog with behind the scenes content throughout their visit, which you can take a look at here:

http://goo.gl/RG5lG0

'The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrive in the USA today for a four day visit at the request of the British Government. We will be updating our #RoyalVisitUSA blog with behind the scenes content throughout their visit, which you can take a look at here: http://goo.gl/RG5lG0'