Royal babies: the bizarre traditions behind palace doors

The announcement of the birth is revealed on an easel in front of Buckingham palace

Stars Insider

26/06/24 | StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE British royal family

There is nothing quite like a royal baby to grab worldwide attention. There is a global fascination with the British royal family, and when a new baby comes along it's huge news. However, what many people are unaware of are some of the traditional rules that come with having a royal baby.

One such rule is that they are baptized by the head of the Church of England (which is formally headed by the King) some weeks after their birth, which is also when they make their first public appearance. 

From firing cannonballs to being blessed with a group of godparents, there are many strange traditions that signal a member of the family. Take a look through this gallery to find out exactly what happens with the arrival of a royal baby.

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