It's said that in order to feel fresh for her daily appointments the Queen always went to bed at the same time every night, 11pm, and slept for eight and a half hours – meaning she woke at 7.30am each day. It's so simple.
At the time of hearing the traditional two-pitch whistle, all Naval personnel on the upper deck will stop, face the stern and salute. And, in the 'sunsets' ceremony, the Navy is responsible for 'putting the Queen to bed' – taking down the two flags.
Does Kate Middleton go to bed early? The Duchess of Cambridge has previously revealed she goes to bed at 10.30pm every night, in order to maintain sleep hygiene and a consistent routine, meaning that it's easier for her to nod off.
McGrady says the Queen has four meals a day - but only eats small portions at each. In a series of YouTube Q&A videos, he says that during his time as her personal chef between 1982 and 1993, the Queen would eat breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
The Queen preferred grilled fish or chicken, served simply with vegetables. She generally skipped starches like potatoes, grains, or rice during her evening meal.
And as to putting one's clothes on, contrary to popular belief the Queen actually dressed alone. The monarch also did her own make-up for most events, with the exception of her annual Christmas speech, for which a make-up artist was employed.
She is the longest-serving monarch in British history. Busy from morning to night, she carries out more speeches and public meetings than all other members of the Royal family combined.
According to Sir William Heseltine, a former private secretary to the Queen, Kate and Meghan will now have to follow the family rule when it comes to bedtimes at the Queen's residences - not going to bed before the Monarch herself. That's right.
It's becoming more common for royals from around the world to get tattooed. Britain's Princess Eugenie showed off a tiny circle tattoo behind her ear at a royal event in June. Meanwhile, Princess Sofia of Sweden showed her back tattoo of a sun symbol on her wedding day.
They slept in separate beds
As etiquette expert Lady Pam and Her Majesty's cousin explained in a biography about her relative: "In England, the upper class always have had separate bedrooms. You don't want to be bothered with snoring or someone flinging a leg around.
At her former primary residence, Buckingham Palace, and at her current home, Windsor Castle, the Queen has a staff on hand to take care of most of the chores we non-royals dread: The laundry. Vacuuming. Washing the dishes after a meal.
The Queen has a bath every morning, drawn by her maid while she sips a cup of tea. It's believed that the royals prefer to avoid taking showers, due to their belief that they're for members of the working class.
Queen Consort Camilla's smoking
The Queen Consort was a smoker for thirty years, though reportedly quit cigarettes for good when she married her husband Charles, who wasn't a fan of the habit. King Charles' official royal website even addresses the fact in a FAQ section.
It is thus clear that there is no tradition of circumcision among the British royal family. If Prince Charles and the sons of George V were circumcised, it was not because Victoria believed herself descended from King David, and certainly not because a family circumcision tradition was introduced by George I.
However, Her Majesty didn't get her ears pierced until four years after her wedding, aged 25, so was initially unable to wear them. Her Majesty is pictured above wearing them for her Coronation Day portrait. Before her ears were pierced, other earrings owned by the Queen were adapted into clip-ons.
It's also reported that the Queen liked to read a little in bed before turning in, which is proven to be a great aid in relaxing the mind before sleep.
A period of mourning will take place, although only the date of the Queen's funeral (yet to be announced) will be a national holiday. A period of royal mourning will be observed from now until seven days after the Queen's funeral.
Generally, every royal supports charities, appears at events, and occasionally travels the globe to strengthen diplomatic relationships. But some royals also have day jobs, and others have long military careers.
Queen Elizabeth never wears the same outfit twice at important events. Therefore, the sovereign prefers to either change her outfits and if she gets bored of them, she sends them to her dressers, who are then allowed to either wear them themselves or sell them.
As the newly minted King Charles passes his fortune on to his son, he inherits a similar estate from his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The Duchy of Lancaster provides income to the reigning sovereign.
Royal residences reportedly keep Yardley soaps on-hand, and per Marie Claire, private guests to Windsor Castle are given Yardley products, too.
Clothing that was of less historical significance is likely set to be given to family members — and her granddaughters and great-granddaughters could be in for a windfall. “Items from the Queen's personal collection would have been passed to her family members with each chosen personally by Her Majesty.
The monarch was reportedly put into a state called 'twilight sleep' during labour, where she was given an anaesthetic and the baby born using forceps. The controversial technique is no longer used today. Indeed, when Her Majesty welcomed her fourth child, Prince Edward, she chose another method of delivery.
Back in the 1960s, the monarch re-wore her custom-made gowns at high-profile events, including the Norman Hartnell dress that Princess Beatrice borrowed for her wedding day in 2020. The Queen's personal dresser, Angela Kelly, previously explained how the royal's repeat-wears were always carefully considered.
Prince Harry wears Rolex Explorer II 216570
He is currently sixth in line to the British throne (albeit he and his wife, Meghan Markle, have stepped back from their responsibilities in the British Royal Family). Harry was photographed sporting a Rolex Explorer II ref. 216570 while serving in the Royal Air Force.