From Princess Diana to Kate Middleton, women entering the royal family have reportedly been put through a rigorous unofficial tradition known as the “Balmoral Test,” a quiet measure of whether they truly fit in.
Diana’s former butler, Paul Burrell, discussed the tradition in his memoir, The Royal Insider. He described the "Balmoral Test," where senior royals use their family traditions to see if outsiders can transition into life behind palace doors.
FOX Newsshared details from Burrell's book. He wrote, "The ‘Balmoral Test’ was cruel. Outsiders, most importantly potential brides, were brought there like specimens to be inspected by the family to see if they came up to scratch and if they were suitable."
The former butler added that this type of compatibility comparison has "been this way since Queen Victoria’s day. Which is no surprise, as the castle hasn’t changed much either."
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Royal expert Hilary Fordwich told FOX News that Balmoral is important to the royal family as it remains one of the most traditional elements of their private lives. Balmoral is located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland and has been a place where the royals can get away from official duties and spend time together enjoying country life.
RELATED: Kate Middleton’s Silent Power Move Amid Royal Turmoil"Balmoral remains the monarch’s most private sanctuary," she explained. "It’s as remote and as private as it can be, and approval there by the family signals inner-circle status. It’s all about loyalty to the family and adaptability to their unique unwritten ways."
Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty ImagesFordwich added, "It’s totally country-oriented. Those who do best are those who understand rural ways, such as Kate [Middleton]. Walking even in inclement weather came naturally to her. She was instantly at home."
RELATED: Kate Middleton Honors Princess Diana With Shared Favorite Accessory"Being sporty and athletic, she enjoyed nature and hiking. She still relishes it. In contrast, Meghan [Markle] reportedly took umbrage at hunting and wasn’t into any of the field sports."
As for Princess Diana, Vanity Fair reported that Burrell said, "Diana was a city girl. She disliked country pursuits: horses, shooting, mud, and particularly hunting, which she thought was barbaric. But she tried so hard to please her husband."
For those invited into the inner circle, particularly romantic partners, the "Balmoral Test" is a crash course in royal customs and unwritten rules, where even the smallest details don’t go unnoticed.
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