Queen Victoria was born on 24th May 1819. How much do you know about this famous monarch? Find out about her reign and legacy with these Queen Victoria Facts for children.
Queen Victoria was one of Britain's longest reigning monarchs. She was born on the 24th May 1819 at Kensington Palace. Victoria spent much of her childhood alone at Kensington Palace, but enjoyed hobbies such as painting and drawing. She also loved to sing and regularly attended the opera.
Queen Victoria’s reign lasted almost 64 years from 1837 - 1901. She took the throne at the age of 18 when her uncle, William IV died. Before Queen Elizabeth II, Victoria had been the longest reigning British monarch.
Queen Victoria married Prince Albert of Coburg, Germany on the 10th February 1840. Victoria and Albert were in fact cousins, their marriage was arranged by their uncle, Prince Leopold. Although an arranged marriage, it was a very loving and supportive relationship. After Albert’s death, Victoria withdrew from her responsibilities as Queen and her ability to rule was questioned. Victoria kept a detailed diary and wrote often about her love for her husband.
“This day is one of the greatest and most glorious days of our lives, with which, to my pride and joy the name of my dearly beloved Albert is forever associated! It is a day which makes my heart swell with thankfulness…” Great Exhibition: 1 May 1851
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert produced nine children, most of whom married into other European Royal families.
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's children were:
Queen Victoria was 42 years old when Prince Albert died in 1861. She was deeply saddened by the loss of her devoted husband and went into mourning, wearing only black for the rest of her reign.
Queen Victoria died on the 22nd January 1901 at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. She was 81 years old and died peacefully surrounded by her children. Victoria is buried at Windsor beside her beloved Albert.
Above their resting place are inscribed Queen Victoria’s words:
“Farewell best beloved, here at last I shall rest with thee, with thee in Christ I shall rise again”
Queen Victoria was succeeded by her son, Edward VII after her death in 1901. Edward reigned between 1901-1910 until he died aged 68.
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