On paper the Windsors and the Spencers were a match made in heaven: two blue-blooded dynasties. It turned out, however to be a clash of the titans.

The struggle to integrate when marrying into the royal family appears to have been handled with dignity and respect by Catherine and the Middletons.

Outsiders and their families often struggle to integrate when marrying into the royal family but when aspiring actress Meghan Markle married Prince Harry, no one could have guessed just how hard it would be.

An exploration of just what royal life was like for Sarah Ferguson and her family after she married Prince Andrew and the impact on both families as the marriage ended in scandal and divorce.

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie have endured a huge deal of media coverage and heartbreaking revelations throughout their lives. From their parents' publicised divorce, to being isolated in the press- they have truly seen it all.

As Britain enters a new era with a new king on the throne, the prospect of a more normal monarchy is in sight. This generation of royal upbringing is seen to be one different to generations before.

To be a representative of the crown means upholding country and duty above all else. Zara and Peter are members of the royal family who inspire, create and bring about change to the world.

Following the lives of current British monarch, King Charles III and his sister, Princess Anne. Both, remarkably different individuals set for separate paths. From childhood, to the passing of the late majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we unveil the legacies of the unique siblings.

As proud grandparents, Charles and Camilla have ten grandchildren between them. While some of them are princes and princesses, others have lives outside the media spotlight.

Sophie has been dubbed as Charles’ “secret weapon” for the way that she appears to live a normal life whilst carrying out plenty of charity work.

Charting the rise of Prince Edward to become one of the most important members of the royal family, from his university days and stint in the marines as well as foray into TV production.

There are some striking similarities between Prince Harry and Edward VIII, the Queen's uncle who abdicated the throne for his American wife, choosing love over duty.

Throughout history the pressures of accountability to the firm have weighed heavily and continue to do so.

Their lives became interwoven throughout two tumultuous decades. We will reveal how both women would go on to blow the monarchy wide open as we uncover the truth behind one of history’s greatest ever love triangles.

Very few of us will ever get as close to the Royal family as a handful of Royal retainers who form the vital 'inner circle'. From bodyguards to butlers and press officers to dressers, these are the select few who have achieved the rare status of confidante.

It's been almost 30 years since Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson finalised their divorce - but they have remained so close in the years that followed, there have been rumours of a rekindled romance

Series 1, Episode 9: This week on The Royal Beat: Book Club, guest presenter Sarah Hewson is joined by Author Katie Nicholl, Royal Biographer Ingrid Seward, and former Spokesperson to Queen Elizabeth II, Dickie Arbiter, to discuss the legacy of Elizabeth II. Two years on from both the late Queen'...

Series 1, Episode 9: On this week’s episode of The Royal Beat: Back In Time, we discuss royal figures around the world from their childhood up until their 18th birthday. From young Empress Matilda who shaped the fate of the nations, to Elizabeth I who exceeded all expectations, we explore the liv...

On this week's The Royal Beat Kate Thornton is joined by The Royal Editor of The Daily Mirror Russell Myers, Royal Biographer Angela Levin and Royal Correspondent Roya Nikkhah. As the world celebrates Valentine's Day, they discuss Prince William and The Duchess of Cambridge's Royal love story and...

Kate Thornton presents The Royal Beat with british historian Robert Lacey discussing his new book 'Battle of Brothers'. Just how deep is the rift between the two young Princes?

The Royal Beat returns for another lively discussion on the Royal Family. Will William and Harry ever heal their rift and just what does the Netflix deal mean for Meghan and Harry?

Kate is joined by three top royal correspondents as they run through the top ten royal moments of 2020, including Megxit and a very different royal Christmas.