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The tomb of Catherine of Aragon, the Spanish princess who became Queen Consort of England, can be found at Peterborough Cathedral.
Her life and legacy remain a powerful reminder of the historic links between Spain and the UK.
#SpainInUK
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Wishing His Majesty King Charles III a very Happy Birthday! 🎂
Happy National Day to our friends in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧
#TroopingTheColour
💂🐎🎺 With over 1000 soldiers, 200 horses and 300 musicians on parade to mark the official birthday of The King, Trooping the Colour returns on Saturday.
🎥 Watch to find out more about the annual parade, and follow along today on @TheRoyalFamily.
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"A Bigger Splash" 1967
David Hockney
@Tate
A tribute to David Hockney, one of Britain’s most influential and beloved artists. 🕊️🎨
#SaturdayArt
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Jun 12
“First love, then technique”, A. Gaudí
This quote sums up La Sagrada Familia.
Good night
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Jun 12
We celebrated Spain’s Armed Forces Day at the Embassy, recognising the dedication of our service personnel and Spain’s commitment to defence, security and Euro-Atlantic alliances.
A moment to reaffirm our support for international law, peace and collective security.
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Jun 12
A taste of Spain has arrived from Portobello! 🇪🇸
Carmen has shared the Spanish dinner they prepared at home yesterday. The only question left is: was the tortilla made with onions or without? 😜
Be like Carmen & share your Spanish dishes with #TasteSpainUK 🍽️
¡Gracias Carmen!
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Jun 12
"The opposite of memory is not forgetting, but indifference." - Elvira Lindo
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Jun 11
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Rolling Stones' first show in Spain🇪🇸.
The concert in La Monumental of Barcelona was a significant event for a Spain whose democracy was still in its infancy, and Spanish rock & roll fans were finally able to get some satisfaction. 🎙️🎸
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Jun 11
Fantastic news!❤️
@CRISCANCERUK was invited to close trading at @LSEG, celebrating 15 years of advancing cancer research in the UK and worldwide.
The ceremony was led by Spaniard Lola Monterola, cancer patient and founder of the charity.
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Jun 11
His Holiness Pope Leo XIV is now in the Canary Islands, the final stage of his visit to Spain, where he is addressing the issue of migration. “We cannot become accustomed to counting the dead. Human dignity does not carry a passport.”
📸@vaticannews_it
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Take 10 min. to watch one of the most significant moments in the history of the Sagrada Família
Pope Leo XIV blessed the Tower of Jesus Christ in the ceremony marking the centenary of Gaudí’s death,attended by King Felipe,Queen Letizia &President Sánchez.
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Jun 11
Turquoise waters, pine-fringed cliffs and soft white sand – Cala Mitjana is one of Menorca’s most beautiful coves. A short walk through the forest leads to this Mediterranean gem, perfect for a swim, a snorkel or simply soaking up the view. 🌊☀️
#BeachesInSpain
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Jun 10
King Felipe and Queen Letizia, at the Basilica of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, where Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass to mark the centenary of the death of Antoni Gaudí, followed by the blessing of the Tower of Jesus Christ.
Jun 10
Los Reyes, en la Basílica de la Sagrada Familia, donde el Papa León XIV ha oficiado la Santa Misa con motivo del centenario del fallecimiento de Antoni Gaudí y la posterior bendición de la Torre de Jesucristo.
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Jun 10
Pope Leo XIV is in Barcelona.
His Holiness was welcomed by the Castellers de Vilafranca, one of the hallmarks of Catalan culture.
Recognised as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, human towers symbolise effort, teamwork and inclusion. 🏰
Jun 9
#VisitaPapaRTVE | Una actuación de castellers recibe a León XIV en la vigilia de oración para los jóvenes en el Estadio Olímpico de Barcelona.
Son los castellers de Vilafranca y el instrumento que escuchamos es la gralla, también parte de la tradición catalana.
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Jun 10
British writer Julian Barnes awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Literature.
Renowned for his sharp wit, subtle irony and elegant prose, Barnes is one of Britain’s most celebrated writers, admired by readers in Spain and around the world.
¡Felicidades!🎖️📖
#NewsUpdate: Julian Barnes has been granted the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Literature.
#PrincessofAsturiasAwards
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Spain’s economy is expected to outpace the euro area as it benefits from higher labour productivity & a strengthening fiscal position, according to @GoldmanSachs
Spain’s GDP is forecast to grow by 2.1% in 2026,around 3x faster than the euro area average.
goldmansachs.com/insights/ar…
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We paid tribute to William Dobriskey, who died at Jarama fighting with the International Brigades @IBMT_SCW at Spanish Civil War.
Ambassador Aparici honoured his memory alongside his family,the International Brigades Memorial Trust & Spanish authorities.youtube.com/shorts/vz_U1pyhn…
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Spanish lawmakers gave Pope Leo XIV a standing ovation after he called for respect for migrants’ rights and international law in a historic address to parliament that signaled a new level of acceptance of the Catholic Church in the overwhelmingly secular country.
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