The Queen's Abdication Plan: Charles' Wedding Decision

In the final episode of *The Crown*, Queen Elizabeth is shown contemplating abdication at the wedding of King Charles and Queen Camilla. However, in real life, Queen Elizabeth never considered abdication. In 2003, she told the Archbishop of Canterbury, George Carey, that abdication is something I can't do. I’m going to carry on to the end.

Queen Elizabeth's speech at Charles and Camilla's wedding

In the final episode of *The Crown*, Queen Elizabeth is depicted contemplating abdication and announcing her decision to her family at the wedding of King Charles and Queen Camilla. However, in real life, Queen Elizabeth never thought about abdication. In 2003, she told the Archbishop of Canterbury, George Carey, that abdication is "something I can't do. I’m going to carry on to the end." In a conversation with her cousin Margaret Rhodes, she said she would not abdicate "unless I get Alzheimer’s or have a stroke."

In her actual speech at Charles and Camilla's wedding, Queen Elizabeth discussed her horses, saying:

> They have overcome Becher's Brook and The Chair and all kinds of other terrible obstacles. They have come through and I'm very proud and wish them well. My son is home and dry with the woman he loves.

The speech was described by one guest, Jilly Cooper, as "short, funny, and sweet".

Queen Elizabeth's thoughts on abdication

In the final episode of *The Crown*, Queen Elizabeth is depicted contemplating abdication, and announcing her decision to her family at the wedding of King Charles and Queen Camilla. However, in real life, Queen Elizabeth never thought about abdication. In 2003, she told George Carey, then-Archbishop of Canterbury, that abdication is "something I can't do. I’m going to carry on to the end." She also told her cousin Margaret Rhodes that she would not abdicate "unless I get Alzheimer’s or have a stroke". In 2021, royal historian Hugo Vickers explained that "one main reason why the Queen will absolutely not abdicate is unlike other European monarchs, she is an anointed Queen. And if you are an anointed Queen you do not abdicate."

Queen Elizabeth's conversation with the Archbishop of Canterbury

In the final episode of *The Crown*, Queen Elizabeth is depicted contemplating abdication and announcing her decision to her family at the wedding of King Charles and Queen Camilla. However, in real life, Queen Elizabeth never thought about abdication. In 2003, she told George Carey, the Archbishop of Canterbury, that abdication is "something I can't do. I’m going to carry on to the end". In addition, according to writer Matthew Dennison in his book *The Queen*, Queen Elizabeth "did not contemplate abdication, she told her cousin Margaret Rhodes, 'unless I get Alzheimer’s or have a stroke''".

Royal historian Hugo Vickers also explained in 2021 that "one main reason why the Queen will absolutely not abdicate is unlike other European monarchs, she is an anointed Queen. And if you are an anointed Queen you do not abdicate".

Queen Elizabeth's conversation with her cousin Margaret Rhodes

In the final episode of *The Crown*, Queen Elizabeth is shown contemplating abdication and announcing her decision to her family at the wedding of King Charles and Queen Camilla. However, in real life, Queen Elizabeth never thought about abdication. In 2003, she told the Archbishop of Canterbury that abdication is "something I can't do. I’m going to carry on to the end".

In his book *The Queen*, Matthew Dennison writes that Queen Elizabeth "did not contemplate abdication, she told her cousin Margaret Rhodes, 'unless I get Alzheimer’s or have a stroke'".

In 2021, royal historian Hugo Vickers explained to the *Guardian* that "one main reason why the Queen will absolutely not abdicate is unlike other European monarchs, she is an anointed Queen. And if you are an anointed Queen you do not abdicate".

Queen Elizabeth's horses

Queen Elizabeth has always been a horse lover and has owned many horses throughout her life. In fact, her love for horses is so well-known that it was even referenced in her speech at King Charles and Queen Camilla's wedding.

The Queen has been riding horses since she was a young girl and has always been an avid equestrian. She has been seen riding horses on many occasions and is known for her elegant and graceful riding style.

Over the years, Queen Elizabeth has owned a number of horses, including thoroughbreds, ponies, and even a few donkeys. She has also been known to breed horses and has a particular interest in improving the bloodlines of her horses.

The Queen's horses have competed in many races and shows, and have won numerous awards and accolades. She is a passionate supporter of horse racing and is often seen attending races and cheering on her horses.

In addition to her own personal horses, Queen Elizabeth is also the patron of several equestrian organisations, including the British Horse Society and the Fell Pony Society. She has also been involved in the development of the Queen's Mounted Cavalry, a ceremonial unit that performs at royal events and state occasions.

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