Queen Marie of Romania Celebrated in Ashford

This year, the 150th birth anniversary of Queen Marie of Romania takes centre stage in our programme of events. We started in June with the “1919: Royal Mission” theatre performance, then we travelled to Edinburgh, where we organised a three-day celebration comprising a photography exhibition, a talk, and a theatre performance. The flagship component of our celebratory programme, a major exhibition of watercolours by the Queen, is still on at Garrison Chapel Gallery until 12 October, in conversation with The Transylvania Florilegium - a collection of exquisite botanical art commissioned by King Charles III.

We continue our Queen Marie of Romania celebrations on a high note, with an event organised in association with Ashford Borough Council. This is a special evening celebrating the life and legacy of the beloved monarch, who was born in Ashford at Eastwell Manor in 1875. Through this event, we remember an extraordinary personality, highlighting her outstanding…