Swan numbers have begun to recover on the Thames, after a couple of years of worrying decline, according to an annual royal ...

Each summer, a centuries-old royal tradition unfolds on the River Thames. But today, ‘Swan Upping’, as it’s known, is about ...

LAKELAND, Fla. (WFLA) — Lakeland’s royal swans, dating back to a gift from Queen Elizabeth II 70 years ago, were checked out by veterinarians Wednesday. Parks workers flocked to Lake Morton on ...

“Swans are large birds that weigh up to 15 kilograms [33 pounds],” Barber went on. “They have a wingspan of approximately 2.5 meters [8.2 feet], so they are a very large bird to deal with.

Three royals sisters are enjoying an idyllic summer break at their family's pretty castle, filled with special memories.

Dan Kitwood - Getty Images Another real office, this one remains very much part of the royal household. It was created in 1993 when one post—the Keeper of the Swans—was divided into two roles.

Swan marker to his Majesty the King David Barber describes bringing the tradition to the 21st century.

Boris Johnson annoyed Queen Elizabeth when he didn’t admit his dog killed one of her swans By Nicki Gostin Published Jan. 18, 2024, 9:00 a.m. ET ...

By Reuters July 15, 20141:50 PM UTCUpdated ago By Edward Baran ...

It used to be a way of seeing how many swans were around that might eventually grace the royal banquet table, but these days the ancient English tradition of swan-upping, a census of the birds, is ...