Birthdays and Anniversaries marked by HM The King
Receiving a message from The King is an extra special gesture to mark a memorable day and is met with delight from recipients.
Some life events are worth recognition and that is certainly true of the milestones that can be celebrated with a personal message from The King.
Who can receive a birthday message from The King
Available to anyone marking these special occasions,
- 100th birthday
- 105th birthday (and every year after)
If the person does not get a State Pension or other benefits or does not live in the UK you need to apply for a message. You can apply:
- no earlier than 5 weeks before the birthday date
- up to 6 months after for a belated message.
Anniversaries
You can get a message for a couple’s:
60th (diamond) anniversary
65th anniversary
70th (platinum) anniversary
anniversary each year following their 70th
You’ll need to send a copy of the couple’s marriage certificate when you apply.
no earlier than 5 weeks before the anniversary date if you apply online, or 3 weeks before if you apply by post.
Personal greetings and visits from the Lord-Lieutenant
The Lord-Lieutenant, Vice Lord-Lieutenant and Deputy Lieutenants are always delighted to visit Shropshire recipients of Birthday and Anniversary messages on their special day. Please contact the Lieutenancy Team to arrange a Birthday or Anniversary visit.
In the event that you overlook the date, belated applications can also be made up to six months after the date.
If you need any further information or advice on how to request a message from The king, please contact the Shropshire Lieutenancy for advice.
