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The letter above refers to the primroses the young queen had picked which she asks to be shared among staff at Royal Lodge.
The Royal Lodge is a Grade II-listed, 30-room mansion located in Windsor Great Park, in Berkshire roughly 3 miles south of Windsor Castle. Owned by the Crown Estate, it has served as a royal residence since the 19th century, famously acting as the home of the Queen Mother until 2002.
The letter, addressed to Beatrice Stillman (1901-1991) was the head housemaid at Royal Lodge, and reads:
Sea Side, Sea Mead, Praa Sands
Dear Beatrice,
I am sending you some primroses we picked, wild. There are some pale pink ones as well as the yellow. It is very lovely here. We can go down on to the beach from the garden. I hope the birds are well, and the gold-fish haven’t died. Will you please give Cootie (Miss Coote I mean) and Mrs Wade some of the primroses to share. Jock is very well and happy here. Nanny and Joanna send their love to you.
Love from Elizabeth.
The sketches a pair of horses and mounted highwaymen, a girl on a seat named Mary, a dog named Jim, a boy named John, as well as a boy and pony jumping a five-bar gate, nearby a man stroking a horse.
Our society is dedicated to preserving the rich history of Praa Sands Historical Society and sharing it with the community. We collect and archive historical artifacts, documents, and photographs, and organize exhibits, lectures, and events that educate and entertain our members and visitors. Our mission is to promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of Praa Sands Historical Society's past, and to inspire future generations to continue this important work.