Royal catalogue

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Royal Biography

Cute royal bear on page 6

The definitive story of the romance from Andrew Morton on page 3

Wedding memories to last a lifetime on page 10

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The Perfect Tribute to the Wedding of the Century

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Welcome ...There’s nothing quite like a Royal Wedding to provide a welcome distraction from the daily grind (and especially when an extra day’s Bank Holiday is thrown into the mix ...).

To celebrate this very modern Royal romance, the Reader’s Digest team have tracked down some wonderful wedding souvenirs. You’ll find Official Royal Collection china on page 20, music from great British composers on page 8, and the definitive account of our monarchy on page 19. Just order by post, online or by phone to speak to our UK customer advisers – whichever’s more convenient.

Enjoy the celebrations – and that extra day off!

Gill Hudson Editor in Chief, Reader’s Digest

Regal furnishings

Fine china

Westminster Abbey

Street party

Enjoy palatial comfort on the big day with this elegant cushion. See page 7

Mark the festivities with a classic collection.See page 10

Take a privileged tour of the wedding venue.See page 15

Find perfect music for your street party celebrations.See page 17

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This comprehensive and revealing book by renowned royal biographer Andrew Morton, tells the story of William and Kate’s modern royal love affair.

Take an insider look at the couple’s early lives and relive the events of their courtship. With colour photographs throughout, you’ll delight in the romance of this real-life fairytale and enjoy a privileged insight into preparations for the wedding day.

REF. 4301323 • WILLIAM & KATE£19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

A Royal Romance

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By best-selling royal biographer Andrew Morton

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REF. 0804800 • PAPERWEIGHT AND BELL£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50

REF. 0804835 • JIGSAW PUZZLE£21.99 or £2.19 and 3 monthly payments of £6.60

Celebrate the joy of William and Kate’s special day with this high-quality 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle. The beautiful fine-art painting is complemented with the finest paper finish.

Mark this royal occasion with a special gift

The picture of happiness

Add a touch of regal glamour to your home with this special commemorative paperweight

and bell. These matching items are beautifully decorated with portraits of William and Kate and

an intricate design that features emblems of the four nations of the United Kingdom, along with the full names of the bride and groom and the date of their wedding.

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bells

Finished size 50cm x 70cm

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Bell 9.5cm x 6cm x 6cmPaperweight 8cm x 4.7cm x 0.7cm


REF. 4301340 • THE KINGS & QUEENS OF ENGLAND: A DARK HISTORY£21.99 or £2.19 and 3 monthly payments of £6.60

REF. 4301358 • THE ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ROYAL BRITAIN£19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

Uncover scandal, murder, betrayal, plots and treason in this exciting and dramatic account of English royal history. Expertly researched, this accessible and enjoyable book explores the personalities and real lives of those honoured with the crown of England.

Celebrate Britain’s rich royal, architectural and cultural history in this magnificently illustrated book. Uncover the history of every king and queen of Britain since William the Conqueror; explore the most important and dramatic historic sites in Britain and Ireland. This expert guide to British royalty and architecture will delight and inform you.

Rule Britannia: the dark history

Explore our country’s royal heritage

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Over 1,000 colour illustrations

Uncover our intriguing royal past

Published by Reader’s Digest; book measures 285mm x 225mm; 256 pages; over 190 colour photographs

Published by Lorenz Books; book measures 220mm x 168mm; 512 pages; over 1,000 colour illustrations

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Ted, White And Blue These super-soft and cuddly traditional teddy bears are all kitted out in honour of this special royal event. The small bear wears a royal blue knitted jumper with embroidered Royal Wedding motif. The large bear wears a navy knitted jumper with embroidered Union Jack.

REF. 0804797 • TEDDY BEARS – SET OF 2£19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

Not suitable for children under 36 months; manufactured to European safety standards EN71 and BS56; Royal Wedding bear measures 20cm; England bear measures 28cm

A great souvenir

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Share the excitement of this special day. Follow the story of William and Kate’s royal romance from their

first meeting, up to the day of their engagement. Explore Westminster Abbey, the wedding venue, and find out how the day’s events will unfold. With first-ever release of engagement photocall highlights and exclusive ITN interview.

You’re Invited!

Bring the splendour of the wedding day into your home with a touch of royal comfort.This beautiful tapestry cushion features the Union Jack flag and a subtle royal crest.

Measures 45cm x 32.5cm

REF. 8606382 • INVITATION TO THE ROYAL WEDDING / WILLIAM & KATE: THE ROYAL ROMANCE • 3 DVDs AND BOOK SET£34.99 or £3.59 and 4 monthly payments of £7.85

REF. 0804851 • UNION JACK CUSHION£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50

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Your royal seat

Published by Carlton Books; book measures 280mm x 216mm; 192 pages; approximately 200 colour and black-and-white illustrations

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Your Royal DrynessKeep dry amid crowds of royal well-wishers with this Union Jack golf umbrella.

REF. 0804789 • UNION JACK GOLF UMBRELLA£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50

Rejoice in royal style with inspiring music from great British composers. 21 wonderfully stirring selections including Music For the Royal Fireworks, Pomp And Circumstance March No. 1, The Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba, Elizabethan Serenade, Jerusalem, and many more.REF. 3801071 • GREAT BRITISH CLASSICS • 2 CDs£19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

Anthems for a splendid royal occasion

Regal musical masterpieces

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Tea For Two British Bank of You

REF. 0804819 • UNION JACK TEAPOT£25.99 or £2.59 and 3 monthly payments of £7.80

This high-quality ceramic teapot features the distinctive colour and design of the Union Jack and is hand painted and finished with a high-gloss glaze. Presented in decorative card gift box.

This delightful ceramic piggy bank money box is hand painted with a Union Jack design and finished with a high-gloss glaze. Presented in decorative card gift box.

Celebrate in great British style

Put the kettle on!

REF. 0804827 • UNION JACK MONEY BOX£19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

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A superb commemorative china collection from Royal Worcester

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T his stunning Royal Worcester commemorative collection,

crafted from fine bone china, has been created in association with respected ceramicist William Edwards. Its beautifully delicate design is hand applied and

features a specially commissioned portrait of the couple. Each piece is finished in 22-carat gold and inscribed with the date of the wedding. This collection is sure to be cherished for generations to come.

REF. 0804916 • ROYAL WORCESTER LOVING CUP£64.99 or £5.99 and 4 monthly payments of £14.75 10 fl oz

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REF. 0804860 • ROYAL WORCESTER SMALL PLATE£28.99 or £2.89 and 3 monthly payments of £8.70 12cm

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REF. 0804754 • ROYAL WORCESTER COMMEMORATIVE CHINA SET (ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE) £219.99 or £21.99 and 4 monthly payments of £49.50 SAVE OVER £50

REF. 0804908 • ROYAL WORCESTER TANKARD£32.99 or £3.29 and 3 monthly payments of £9.90 10 fl oz

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REF. 0804886 • ROYAL WORCESTER TEA CUP AND SAUCER£39.99 or £3.99 and 4 monthly payments of £9 5 fl oz

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REF. 0804924 • ROYAL WORCESTER PILL BOX £44.99 or £4.39 and 4 monthly payments of £10.15 3cm x 6cm

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REF. 0804878 • ROYAL WORCESTER LARGE PLATE£35.99 or £3.59 and 4 monthly payments of £8.10 20cm

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REF. 0804894 • ROYAL WORCESTER MUG£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50 12 fl oz

Appointment For Tea

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REF. 0804843 • COMMEMORATIVE TEA TOWELS AND PLATE SET£26.99 or £2.69 and 3 monthly payments of £8.10

This special commemorative plate and tea towels will make a regal addition to your kitchen. The plate is beautifully decorated with portraits of William and Kate and an intricate design that features emblems of the four nations of the United Kingdom.

Each of the two tea towels features the royal couple’s name and wedding date and a colourful design befitting this special occasion.

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Tea towels 100% cotton.

Plate size 15cm.


A trio of films that celebrate the life of our much-loved Queen.

Follow events in the early life of Elizabeth and find out how the importance of family and duty shaped this future Queen.Relive events during the reign of one of England’s greatest and longest ruling monarchs and see how the Queen has faced her many challenges.Enjoy Stephen Frears’ engrossing, intimate and witty dramatisation of our monarchy’s darkest days, following the death of Diana, the ‘People’s Princess’.

Show off your royalist colours on Royal Wedding Day. These stylish Union Jack dress cufflinks will bring a touch of elegance to any outfit. Polished metal with enamel finish. Presented in a high-quality presentation gift box. Size approximately 2cm x 1cm.

Three Cheers for Her Majesty

Cut a royal dash

REF. 8606340 • ELIZABETH II: FROM PRINCESS TO QUEEN / THE QUEEN: DUTY AND SACRIFICE / THE QUEEN • 5 DVDs£34.99 or £3.49 and 3 monthly payments of £10.50

REF. 0804967 • UNION JACK CUFFLINKS£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50

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The essential gentleman’s accessory

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The Modern Royal Fairytale

The Life Of The Beloved Queen Mum

With wonderful storytelling, this fully illustrated book tells the story of the century’s greatest love story. Packed with insider insights and colour photographs, this entertaining book brings the couple’s lives and romance vividly to life.

Includes a matching pair of Union Jack flags to salute Will and Kate on the big day!

This riveting official biography is the definitive account of the life of the woman who was the nation’s most widely loved royal. See how a young Elizabeth rose to prominence after her engagement to Prince Albert (later King George VI) and gain a real sense of the woman beneath the formal facade.

REF. 4301366 • WILLIAM & KATE: A ROYAL LOVE STORY £19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

REF. 4209206 • QUEEN ELIZABETH THE QUEEN MOTHER: THE OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50

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Your Library of Royal Lives

Published by Pan Macmillian; book measures 234mm x 153mm; 656 pages; 32 pages of black-and-white photographs

Published by HarperCollins; book measures 249mm x 196mm; 192 pages; colour photographs throughout


Revel in pomp and ceremony

Happy And Glorious Westminster Abbey Guide

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REF. 8606374 • HAPPY AND GLORIOUS / WESTMINSTER ABBEY • 4 DVDs, CD AND GUIDE£31.99 or £3.19 and 4 monthly payments of £7.20

DVD, CD and Guide

Experience the joy and anticipation surrounding two major events in the reign of Elizabeth II, in these superb documentaries.

Feel the excitement as Elizabeth prepares for her Royal Wedding to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten at Westminster Abbey and witness the spendid ancient traditions of the Coronation.

Take a guided tour of Westminster Abbey which has held a special place at the heart of royal events for centuries. Watch original archive newsreel footage of key moments in its history. Includes CD of music from the Queen’s Coronation plus 32-page illustrated colour booklet exploring the history of the Abbey.

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Royal history and dramaExperience action and intrigue as Elizabeth I battles to retain the crown of England in this sweeping historical drama and its sequel. With a captivating performance by Cate Blanchett in the leading role, relive the great political and personal events that shaped her reign.

REF. 8606366 • ELIZABETH / ELIZABETH – THE GOLDEN AGE • 2 DVDs£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50

Castles: A Royal DomainUncover the stories behind the parapets. Here’s the definitive A to Z guide to the castles of Britain and Ireland – an impressive and fully illustrated update of Plantagenet Somerset Fry’s classic work.

Explore the histories and locations of lasting monuments to battles, sieges, executions, betrayals, royal romances and so much more. From the medieval warren that is Windsor Castle to Dorset’s towering Corfe Castle, CASTLES brings history alive with fascinating descriptions and superb photography.

REF. 4206134 • CASTLES £19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

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Published by David & Charles; book measures 284mm x 224mm; 256 pages; colour photographs and illustrations throughout


Bring out the flags!Pin your patriotic colours to the mast on Royal Wedding Day with this selection of Union Jack flags. Set includes four small fabric flags with wooden handles and one large fabric flag.

Small flag 15cm x 22.5cm Large flag 5ft x 3ft

REF. 0804770 • UNION JACK FLAGS – SET OF 5£19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

Enjoy a royal sing-a-longWe’re celebrating a great royal wedding this spring. And what could be better than a street party to make the day go with a swing? This collection brings you all the old favourites that are sure to get everyone joining in for a joyous sing-a-long to mark the royal festivities.

Over two hours of sing-a-long favourites, including * Get Me To The Chuch On Time * I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles * When The Saints Go Marchin’ In * The White Cliffs Of Dover * We’ll Meet Again * and many more.

REF. 3801446 • STREET PARTY SING-A-LONG • 2 CDs£19.99 or £1.99 and 3 monthly payments of £6

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A Wartime Royal Love Story

Uncover the true story of how King George VI overcame his stammer and shyness and, with Elizabeth, his beloved Queen, led Britain through some of its darkest and most challenging years. Includes a selection of speeches from throughout the King’s reign.

REF. 8606331 • ELIZABETH: THE MAKING OF A QUEEN / KING GEORGE VI & ELIZABETH: A ROYAL LOVE STORY • 3 DVDs

£29.99 or £2.99 and 3 monthly payments of £9

Includes bonus VE Day footage

Take a privileged look into the early life of HM The Queen. With rarely-seen newsreel footage of both official engagements and informal occasions, you’ll gain a clear picture of the monarch’s life and discover how the young princess adjusted to her public role.

Elizabeth The Making Of A Queen

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Crown & Country

REF. 4301331 • CROWN & COUNTRY£24.99 or £2.49 and 3 monthly payments of £7.50

Take a fascinating look at British monarchy through the ages with renowned historian David Starkey.

Bringing to life a cast of colourful characters and momentous events, this brilliant collection of biographies explores the role of monarchy with authority, wisdom and wit and also paints a vivid portrait of British culture, politics and nationhood.

Remembering the People’s Princess

Uncover the true story of the princess who captivated the world. Gain an insight into her amazing life with this fascinating documentary. Share the drama of her final years, including her romance with playboy Dodi Al-Fayed in a gripping movie dramatisation.

REF. 8606358 • DIANA: A TRIBUTE TO THE PEOPLE’S PRINCESS /DIANA: A LIFE TO REMEMBER • 3 DVDs£26.99 or £2.69 and 3 monthly payments of £8.10

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Published by HarperPress; book measures 236mm x 158mm; 488 pages

The Royal Collection

From the official Royal Collection. Each piece of English fine bone china bears the couple’s entwined initials in gold and silver. Handmade exclusively for the Royal Collection, each item is individually decorated and embellished with layers of burnished gold and platinum. Finally, a layer of 22-carat gold gilding is hand applied.

Each piece is wrapped in white tissue-paper printed with designs inspired by Clarence House and comes in a beautiful presentation box.

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REF. 0804940 • OFFICIAL COLLECTION PILL BOX£29.99 or £2.99 and 3 monthly payments of £9 3cm x 6cm

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