The Duchy of Cornwall (Cornish: Duketh Kernow) is one of two royal duchies in England, the other being the Duchy of Lancaster. The eldest son of the reigning British monarch obtains possession of the duchy and the title of Duke of Cornwall at birth or when his parent succeeds to the throne, but may not sell assets for personal benefit and has ...

“As Duke of Cornwall, I am committed to ensuring the Duchy delivers positive impact for people, places and the planet. By creating homes for people experiencing homelessness, promoting mental wellbeing among our tenant farmers and taking an ambitious approach to protecting and restoring our environment we hope to generate transformative ...

Mar 9, 2024 · The Duchy of Cornwall is essentially a land and property empire which provides the male heir to the throne with an income (yes, you read that right, the current set-up is still only for a...

The Duchy’s estate isn't just in Cornwall, it includes 128,494 acres of land across 20 counties. Purpose and Values Inspired by our current and 25th Duke of Cornwall, HRH Prince William, the Duchy is committed to enabling communities to grow, supporting its rural tenants and tackling climate challenges through its net zero goal and ...

Mar 4, 2025 · The Duchy has been run under the stewardship of The Prince of Wales, the current Duke of Cornwall, since 1969. He is the longest serving Duke of Cornwall in history and 2019 marks his 50th year in charge.

Mar 15, 2017 · The Duchy of Cornwall is one of the strangest beasts in England’s still quasi-feudal political economy. It’s not a company (and so doesn’t pay Corporation Tax). It’s not a charity.

Jan 29, 2025 · Duchy of Cornwall, a private estate consisting of lands, honours, franchises, rights, profits, etc., held by the eldest living son of the British sovereign. The holdings and perquisites are found not only in the modern county of Cornwall but also in …

The Duchy of Cornwall is a duchy in England. The eldest son of the reigning British monarch holds the title Duke of Cornwall (female: Duchess of Cornwall ). The current duke is Prince William .

Jun 24, 2024 · What Is The Duchy of Cornwall? On the 17th of March, 1337, King Edward III established the Duchy of Cornwall as a privately managed estate to provide an income for his six-year-old heir Edward. He was given the title of Duke of Cornwall. William, Prince of Wales, is the 25th Duke of Cornwall.

Perfect for couples, families, large groups and dog friendly holidays, visitors to Cornwall can also enjoy a variety of Duchy properties that provide privacy and tranquillity in the Cornish countryside.