Hello Royal Clubbers, it's Millie here.
It’s been a busy week of royal watching with the state visit by the Macrons and plenty of pomp and circumstance.
But before we dive into the best royal pictures and the diary, let's take a little look back at some royal history.
On This Day…
On 12 July 927, King Æthelstan became the first English king to establish control over most of the north, when several northern kings accepted his overlordship at Eamont, Cumbria.
As King Alfred the Great’s grandson, Æthelstan followed through the dream of a united England. The 12 July is often cited as the day when England became a unified country for the first time, bringing together Viking and Anglo-Saxon kingdoms under his rule.
Æthelstan was known for his military success throughout his reign, piety and engagement in European politics.
Best Royal Pictures of The Week
Princess Catherine
Princess Catherine looked resplendent in red at the state banquet for the President of France, Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte, at Windsor Castle. It is the first state visit made by France in 17 years.
Monaco royals
It was a full family affair for Princess Charlene, Prince Albert and their children Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques, who were photographed in Carladez, a former possession of the Principality of Monaco on Wednesday.
Queen Camilla
Amid all the busyness of the state visit, Queen Camilla stopped by Wimbledon to enjoy the tennis and greet Novak Djokovic on day ten of the world-famous tennis championships on Wednesday.
Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie
The British royals all looked rather glamorous as they donned their tiaras for the state banquet on Tuesday. Both Princess Anne and Duchess Sophie looked elegant in shades of white.
Further reading
WATCH: UK royals in their pomp
EXCLUSIVE: Hidden details from the State Visit
King Frederik
Queen Camilla wasn’t the only major royal who graced Wimbledon as King Frederik of Denmark (looking every inch the tennis umpire) was spotted in the Royal Box on Monday. If his animated facial expressions are anything to go by, he enjoyed himself immensely.
King Charles and Queen Camilla
What an elegant royal pairing! It’s been a very busy week for the King and Queen who hosted Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron for a state visit. Their glamorous outfits on Tuesday were quite something to behold. Personally I think the pair are looking more and more striking by the day.
Queen Letizia
Queen Letizia was the picture of glamour on Tuesday at the 105th Edition of the ABC Journalism awards at Espacio ABC in Madrid. Royal fans will remember that the Spanish queen was a journalist herself before marrying into the royal family.
Prince William and Princess Catherine
One more photo of the state banquet! There’s nothing I love more than seeing the royals all dressed up, and the Prince and Princess of Wales did not disappoint when they attended alongside King Charles, Queen Camilla and other royals.
Royal diary
The royals are beginning to wind down ahead of their summer break, but here's what you can look forward to this week.