The Anglo-Norse Society in London

10/10/2026

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12/09/2026

Flags in Norway are, once again, at half mast following the death of Princess Astrid, just two days after the funeral in Oslo Cathedral for her younger brother HM King Harald V. The Society sends it condolences to the Royal Family and the Ferner family.

The Chairman and Vice-Chairman, respectively, attended the King’s funeral service and military procession at Akershus Fortress; a huge privilege to be invited to represent The Anglo-Norse Society, which was one of only 30 organisations for which King Harald was Patron. Both were interviewed for NRK radio and news website by Gry Blekastad Almås, until recently NRK’s London correspondent. The Chairman was additionally interviewed live on the national TV news and also attended the reception at the Royal Palace, meeting the new King Haakon VIII, Queen Sonja and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra.

28/08/2026

The Anglo-Norse Society is saddened to learn of the death of its Patron, HM King Harald V of Norway.

Our thoughts are with Queen Sonja, King Haakon VIII & Queen Mette-Marit, and the whole Norwegian Royal Family to whom we extend sincerest condolences. Tomorrow would have been their Majesties' 58th wedding anniversary.

Our joint Patron, HM King Charles III has issued a personal tribute (attached to this post).

Norwegian Prime Minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, wrote: 'King Harald found the words to bind us together when we needed them the most. He grieved with us after the attacks on 22 July 2011, he cheered with us when Norwegian athletes excelled and he guided us with warmth, wisdom and openness towards a society with a place for everyone. King Harald had a profound love for Norway and Norway had a profound love for King Harald'.

King Harald was a staunch friend of, and had strong connections with the UK, not only through family. He was an Honorary General in the British Army and an Honorary General in the Royal Marines. Flags are flying at half-mast today at all defence sites and principal royal residences in the UK.

We were honoured by his presence at the Anglo-Norse Centenary in 2018, together with HM Queen Elizabeth II, and several news and media outlets have included footage today from that event in their coverage of His Majesty's death.

A memorial service will be held at the Norwegian Church in Rotherhithe this coming Sunday, 30th August at 11am.

RIP

13/07/2026

Extraordinary scenes in Oslo as the Norwegian football team returns to meet the King and HRH Crown Prince Haakon leads the “Ro!” chant on a drum!

10/07/2026

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06/07/2026

For authentic pronunciation in the run up to the Norway-England game, Haaland is pronounced «Horland» and Ødegaard is pronounced «Erdergord». You’re welcome, BBC Sport🇳🇴

05/07/2026

Our Patron King Harald V and HM Queen Sonja wishing the Norwegian national football team success in tonight’s game against Brazil!🇳🇴

04/07/2026

A very happy 89th birthday to HM Queen Sonja of Norway 🎂🥂🇳🇴

Gratulerer så mye til Hennes Majestet Dronning Sonja som fyller 89 år i dag! 🎂🥳

📸: Lise Åserud / NTB

27/06/2026

Delighted to join our friends in the Anglo-Danish/Finnish/Swedish Societies for this (now annual) joint lunch 🇳🇴🇩🇰🇫🇮🇸🇪

27/06/2026

A wonderful service at St Olave’s Hart St, with the choir of Nidaros Cathedral, Trondheim, to mark the 75th anniversary of the laying of a Restoration Stone by King Haakon VII of Norway

Sunday 21st June 2026 at 11am – Restoration Anniversary ServicePost author:Phillip DawsonPost published:April 21, 2026Post category:Church / NewsOn Sunday 21st June 2026 a special service of Holy Communion marked the 75th anniversary of the laying of the first restoration stone at St Olave Hart St...