Lady Louise Windsor facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor
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Lady Louise in 2017
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Louise Alice Elizabeth Mary Mountbatten-Windsor
8 November 2003 Frimley Park Hospital, Frimley, Surrey, United Kingdom
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| Education | St George's School, Windsor Castle St Mary's School Ascot |
| Alma mater | University of St Andrews (currently attending) |
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| Family | House of Windsor |
Lady Louise Alice Elizabeth Mary Mountbatten-Windsor was born on 8 November 2003. She is the daughter of Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh. This makes her the youngest niece of King Charles III. When she was born, she was 8th in line to the British throne. Now, she is 16th in line.
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Her Early Life and Baptism
Louise was born earlier than expected on 8 November 2003 at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey. Her mother, Sophie, who was then Countess of Wessex, was taken to the hospital quickly from their home. Louise's father, Prince Edward, was not there because he was on a trip to Mauritius.
Louise was born by a special surgery called a Caesarean section. There was a serious medical issue for both her and her mother. Louise was moved to a special care unit for babies in London to be safe. Her mother stayed at Frimley Park until she was well enough to go home on 23 November 2003. Louise's full name, Louise Alice Elizabeth Mary, was announced a few days later.
Lady Louise was baptised at Windsor Castle on 24 April 2004. Her godparents are like special guides for her, and they include Lady Sarah Chatto and Lord Ivar Mountbatten. Louise was the last royal baby to wear the original royal christening gown. This special gown has been used for many royal baptisms over the years.
When she was born, Louise had a condition that affected her eyes. She had an operation in 2006 to try and fix it, but it wasn't fully successful. She had more treatment in late 2013, and her eyes were corrected.
Her Education Journey
Louise first went to St George's School, Windsor Castle. In 2017, she moved to St Mary's School Ascot when she was in Year 9. For her advanced school subjects, called A-Levels, she chose English, history, politics, and drama.
While she was at school, she took part in The Duke of Edinburgh's Award. This is a program that helps young people develop skills and confidence. In September 2022, Lady Louise began studying English at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. Before starting university, in August 2022, it was reported that she had been working at a garden centre during the summer holidays. In 2024, she joined a university army training group called Tayforth UOTC. This group is made up of students from the University of St Andrews.
Public Appearances and Royal Events
In 2011, when she was 7 years old, Louise was a bridesmaid at the wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. This was a very important royal wedding.
In August 2018, Louise went with her mother to Portsmouth Harbour. Her mother is a supporter of UK Sail Training, which helps young people learn to sail. They met a group of girls who were working to get their sailing qualification. In the same month, Louise and her mother watched the final of the Hockey Women's World Cup in London. Her mother supports England Hockey. To celebrate Louise's 15th birthday in November 2018, she and her mother made a special visit to watch the popular TV show Strictly Come Dancing from the audience. In December 2018, Louise also joined her mother at the International Horse Show in London.
In September 2020, Louise and her family helped clean up Southsea Beach. They were supporting the Marine Conservation Society, which works to protect our oceans.
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After her grandfather, Prince Philip, passed away, Louise went with her parents to a church service in April 2021. She also attended his funeral later that month. In March 2022, Louise attended a special service to remember Prince Philip. In June, she took part in 2022 Trooping the Colour, a big parade to celebrate the Queen's birthday. She also joined her family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. She attended the Platinum Jubilee National Service of Thanksgiving and the Platinum Party at the Palace, which celebrated Queen Elizabeth II's 70 years on the throne.
After her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, passed away on 8 September 2022, Louise stood guard by the Queen's coffin for 15 minutes. She did this with her brother James and six cousins at Westminster Hall on 17 September. On 19 September, she joined other family members at the state funeral.
On 6 May 2023, Louise attended the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The next day, she went to the Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle.
Her Hobbies and Interests
Louise is a member of Girlguiding, which is an organization for girls and young women. Her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, was a patron of Girlguiding, and her mother is now its president. Her mother was also a Brownie and a Guide when she was a child.
Louise learned to ride horses when she was young. In 2016, she rode with her father as part of the Queen's 90th birthday celebrations. She also enjoys carriage driving, which is a sport where horses pull a carriage. Her grandfather, Prince Philip, helped make this sport popular in Britain.
In May 2017, Louise helped lead the carriages at a special event for the British Driving Society at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. In May 2019, she took part in a carriage driving competition at the same show and came in third place. When her grandfather passed away in April 2021, she inherited his driving ponies and carriage. In 2022, she drove one of his carriages in front of the Queen at the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
Titles and Special Recognition
Louise is known as "Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor." When she was born, her parents decided that their children would be styled as the children of an earl, not as a prince or princess. This means she is known as "Lady" instead of "Princess." In 2020, her mother said that Louise still has her royal title and can choose to use it when she turns 18.
In June 2008, a lake in Canada was named Lake Louise to celebrate a visit by Louise's father to the province of Manitoba. Her brother also had a lake named after him in the same province.
