Duke of Rothesay

The title Duke of Rothesay was the official title possessed by the Heir Apparent to the throne of the Kingdom of Scotland. A separate Scottish throne has not existed since the Act of Union 1707 which merged the Kingdom of Scotland and the Kingdom of England to form the Kingdom of Great Britain (later known as the United Kingdom after a further merger with the Kingdom of Ireland). The title is now held by the heir to the throne of the United Kingdom. It is the title mandated for use by the heir apparent when in Scotland, in preference of the English titles Duke of Cornwall (which also belongs to the eldest son of the monarch by right) and Prince of Wales (traditionally granted to the Heir Apparent of the United Kingdom). The Duke of Rothesay also holds other Scottish titles, including those of Earl of Carrick, Baron of Renfrew, Lord of the Isles and Prince and Lord High Steward.

Current Holder

HRH The Prince of Wales currently holds the title of Duke of Rothesay and uses it when in Scotland. He has the formal Scottish style of HRH The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay.

Related Topics:
HRH The Prince of Wales - Style

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