SHE might be the Queen, but her Maj enjoys hobbies just like the rest of us.
And according to a royal insider, one such hobby is star-gazing, which apparently, the Queen is a big fan of.
The Queen is said to be a fan of star-gazing
Speaking to Fabulous Digital, a source explained: “It is at Balmoral that the Queen indulges in one of her lesser-known hobbies – star-gazing.
“In the clear, high northern sky at night, she often points out and names the stars of the heavens to her guests.
“She has a genuine interest in, and knowledge of astronomy.”
It’s not the only hobby the Queen has while she’s at Balmoral, either, with reports revealing that Her Maj enjoys watching her staff catch bats that reside in the ballroom of the large Aberdeenshire estate.
It’s thought to be one of Her Maj’s favourite hobbies
According to a source, the Queen has been known to stay indoors and watch her servants chase the bats with butterfly nets.
Upon careful capture, she releases them back into the great outdoors, but keeps the window open in case they return and she can repeat the activity.
The Queen is also thought to enjoy stamp collecting and of course, horse riding.
The Queen also enjoys watching her staff catch bats
Every year The Queen travels to Scotland at the beginning of July for a week of engagements before heading to her Scottish estate until October.
Throughout the summer, much of the royal family – including Charles, Camilla, William, and Kate – will join her and Prince Philip for their annual summer break.
The Royal residence has been described as the most beautiful place on Earth and is often said to be the Queens favourite home.
In other royal news, we told you the Queen will never wear red or green for her Christmas speech despite them being festive favourites.
We also revealed the Queen always wears gloves to greet guests because theyre a useful barrier against germs’.
And we showed you Prince William praised The Queen for making a difference in a mans world.
