Prince William Recalls Sweet Windsor Teatime Memories of Late ‘Granny’ Queen Elizabeth for Centenary Tribute

As part of nationwide commemorations marking what would have been Queen Elizabeth II’s 100th birthday year, Prince William has shared intimate, deeply affectionate reflections honoring his late grandmother.

Contributing to the Queen Elizabeth Digital Memorial—an evolving online sanctuary launched to curate personal tributes from global figures and everyday citizens alike—the 44-year-old Prince of Wales looked past grand state ceremonies to spotlight the quiet, domestic sanctuary the late monarch carved out at Windsor Castle.

William fondly recalled the habitual visits he made across town while boarding at nearby Eton College, popping into the royal residence for unhurried conversations over tea and cake with both Elizabeth and his late grandfather, Prince Philip.

The future monarch revealed that witnessing his grandmother entirely at ease, surrounded by family, her beloved corgis, and her horses, remains among his most cherished lifetime memories.

In his moving personal recording, the Prince confessed that those formative afternoon tea rituals sparked an unexpected appreciation for teatime that he proudly maintains to this day.

He noted that watching the Queen ride her horses through Windsor Great Park even well into her advanced years offered a rare glimpse into a side the wider world seldom saw: completely off-duty, relaxed, and genuinely at home.

The digital initiative forms a central pillar of the centenary tributes celebrating Elizabeth’s historic 70-year reign following her passing in September 2022 at age 96.

Alongside plans for a dedicated memorial park in St. James’s Park previewed by King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the project honors the late sovereign’s enduring ability to bridge generational and cultural divides, creating a lasting space for unity inspired by her seven decades of public service.