The Queen ‘would have loved’ to see Archie and Lilibet have this sweet moment at Platinum Jubilee
Archie and Lilibet returned to the UK for the Jubilee though there reportedly wasn’t enough ‘time’ to reunite with their Cambridge cousins…
The Queen would reportedly “have loved” to have seen Archie and Lilibet enjoy this sweet moment with their Cambridge cousins over the Platinum Jubilee.
- Her Majesty is understood to have finally met Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor in person over the Jubilee weekend after the Sussex family flew back for the celebrations.
- Now an expert has claimed that the monarch would have been overjoyed if Archie and Lilibet could’ve played with their Cambridge cousins.
- This royal news comes as Kate Middleton gave a rare insight into the Royal Family as she revealed they all watch Eurovision.
For the first time since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle “stepped back” as senior members of The Firm in 2020 the couple returned to the UK with their children Archie and Lilibet for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend. Sadly for eager royal fans the Sussex children weren’t glimpsed in public like many of the Queen’s great-grandchildren such as Savannah and Isla Phillips and Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
But it’s understood that Her Majesty got to finally meet baby Lilibet in person during the Sussex family's time in the UK. However, this wasn’t the only reunion many might’ve been hoping for and according to a royal expert, if there had been time for Archie, Lilibet and the Cambridge children to play, that would’ve been a wonderful moment for the Queen to witness.
Given the packed schedule of events during the Jubilee weekend, reports have claimed that Prince Harry and Prince William supposedly didn’t manage to get together. Opening up to OK!, royal expert Jennie Bond expressed her belief that the monarch would likely have been thrilled to see her great-grandchildren reunited.
“It would have been nice to see them [George, Charlotte and Louis] playing with their royal cousins, Archie and Lilibet,” she stated before going on to suggest, “I'm sure The Queen would have loved to see that too, but I don't think there was time."
Prince Harry and Meghan’s daughter Lilibet turned one over the Platinum Jubilee weekend and it’s understood that her proud parents held a small birthday party in the garden of their UK base, Frogmore Cottage. Sadly, this date coincided with William and Kate’s trip to Cardiff Castle in Wales to mark Her Majesty's milestone and so it's believed they weren't able to make it.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were accompanied on their important visit by Prince George and Princess Charlotte, though the family did wish Lilibet a happy birthday on social media. Meanwhile, in honour of their daughter’s big day, Meghan and Harry released a new photo of Lilibet, taken by Misan Harriman, much to the delight of fans.
GoodtoKnow Newsletter
Parenting advice, hot topics, best buys and family finance tips delivered straight to your inbox.
Though it looks like it could still be a little while yet before they get to see Archie, Lilibet, George, Charlotte and Louis all reunite in public.
A post shared by Misan Harriman (@misanharriman)
A photo posted by on
Throughout the year there are several times where different generations of the Royal Family spend time with the Queen. This includes her summer break in Balmoral where she often invites her nearest and dearest to join her and also Christmas where the royals traditionally celebrate together at Sandringham in Norfolk.
It’s not yet known if these occasions will remain the same this year or if the Sussexes could return to the UK again in 2022. Though it seems like the Queen thoroughly enjoys precious family time and there’ll likely be many fans hoping for a reunion between the Sussex and Cambridge families in the not-too-distant future.
Emma is a Senior Lifestyle Writer with six years of experience working in digital publishing, ranging from book publishing to magazines. She currently looks after all things Lifestyle for Woman&Home, Goodto.com, and My Imperfect Life.
-
Compromising may be killing your relationship - here are 5 ways to reach healthy compromises, according to relationship expert
Compromising isn't always the best way to keep the peace in a relationship
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Best interactive pets for kids: 15 gift ideas for children of all ages
From puppies to axolotls, take a look at our selection of the best interactive pets you can buy that are sure to be a hit with little animal lovers
By Sarah Handley Published
-
Prince George, Charlotte and Louis won’t move into Buckingham Palace when their dad becomes King, according to this royal expert
The 'cold and impersonal' Palace isn't the ideal family home
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Princess Charlotte would have meant ‘everything’ to late grandmother Princess Diana, reveals former royal butler
Despite never getting the chance to meet her, Princess Charlotte has so much in common with her late grandmother
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince William treated Prince George to the ultimate father/son bonding night - and everyone is saying the same thing about the youngster
The father and son both have a love for football, bonding over the shared interest
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Carole Middleton has spent the entire Easter break with grandchildren Prince George, Charlotte and Louis - and enjoyed a surprise ‘low-key’ outing with son-in-law Prince William over the weekend
The grandmother is doing everything she can to help the Wales children through Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Meghan Markle’s understandable parenting anxiety that means Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet likely won’t visit the UK next month
The Sussex family are meant to be visiting the UK next month, but 'anxiety' over their children's safety means the plans may yet change
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Princess Charlotte's favourite snack usually requires a 'refined palate' - would your kids choose it?
Princess Charlotte has inherited her love for this grown-up from her mum Kate Middleton
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
The sweet way Prince George, Charlotte and Louis are helping Kate Middleton through her recovery - and it proves they have inherited this important trait from their mum
The Wales children are keen to help their mum throughout her health struggles - and they're doing so in a way they've learnt from her
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince William and Kate Middleton are ‘enthusiastic’ about reconciling with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle - and it’s all for the sake of their children
The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly keen to end the royal feud and connect with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published