Iain must be bursting with pride, after all, how many bloggers can boast that the Queen is one of their readers? It’s a fantastic tale, one he will dine on for life.

This is what happened while Iain was at Windsor Castle earlier today:

“I’ve just been wandering round the Castle grounds and who should I bump into but a certain regal presence. “And what do you do?” she ventured. “I write one of Britain’s most widely read blogs, Ma’am,” I replied. “You’re not Iain Dale are you?” she asked. “Indeed, Ma’am,” I greased. “Very good story about Mr Brown today. Goodnight.” And with that she and the corgis disappeared.”

How staggering is that? I wonder if her royal visits show on his stats counter – you could certainly call them “unique”. And goodness, that was the post about Gordon Brown being “psychologically flawed” too, what must she think of him?

Our Queen must be the most well read and informed monarchs we have ever had. I wonder if other royals read blogs too? Does she discuss their contents over dinner with her consort? Even more importantly, does she follow the links from his site, has she read my blog too?

Iain, I hope this isn’t a wind up, I know I am gullible at times. A pity you couldn’t have taken a pic of her. At least she didn’t put you down by saying: “I am not amused!” How long before we see the royal coat of arms on Iain’s site?