Guides presents for the Royal wedding. HRH Princess Elizabeth has personally chosen wedding presents from the Girl Guide Movement. Half a million Guides have contributed for the gifts, which comprise a fine Chippendale, writing desk, fitted with nine drawers, and a late 18th-century 'Carlton house' writing table. A set of kitchen equipment will complete the present, spontaneous gifts from Girl Guides throughout the British Empire. Photo shows, the later 18th century mahogany 'Carlton House' writing table, chosen by HRH Princess Elizabeth, as part of her wedding present from members of the Guide Movement throughout the British Empire. 7 November 1947