Prince George, Master Frederick and the Royal Secrets of Kensal Green
Date: 10:30 14th November 2026
Talk: Prince George and Master Frederick: Secrets behind Friendship
Join Ros Freeborn to hear what lies behind her story and discover the fascinating life of a boy raised in the shadow of the crown. This novel uncovers the fascinating story of Frederick Blomberg, the secret son of King George III, who was adopted into the royal household to serve as a playmate for young Prince George, the future George IV. In this talk, Ros will explore the rich history behind her novel, the intriguing dynamics of the royal court, and the process of bringing hidden historical figures to life through meticulous research combined with storytelling. The book illuminates the private lives, secrets and complexities of the monarchy, offering fresh perspectives on a familiar historical period.
Ros Freeborn is the author of Prince George & Master Frederick, her first published work, written after she investigated a family story linking her to George III and became captivated by the real history of Frederick Blomberg. Before turning to fiction, she built a career in arts PR and later retrained at City & Guilds as a fine artist, becoming a commercially successful collage artist who exhibits regularly.
Guided Walk: Courts & Characters: Royal Life at Kensal Green
A guided walk through Kensal Green Cemetery’s royal connections reveals the world of the Georgian and early Victorian courts during the reigns of George III, George IV and Queen Victoria. It was its first royal ‘residents’ who made Kensal Green the most prestigious cemetery of the 19th century. On this walk we meet members of the royal family, their friends, servants, librarians, diplomats, musicians, architects and artists, - all those who made up the ceremony, creativity and human drama of the institution of monarchy.
Irina Porter is a London Blue Badge tour guide and historian with special interest in cemeteries. She is a Tour Guide and Trustee of the Friends of Kensal Green Cemetery, volunteer tour guide at Willesden Jewish Cemetery and Chair and Journal Editor of Willesden Local History Society.
The event will start at the Dissenters' Chapel. Lunch is included
Advance booking essential.
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