Royal Mail reveals its special stamp programme for 2017
The range of stamps subjects from some of the greatest racehorses from the past six decades to beautiful birds that herald spring and summer in the UK.
Windsor Castle, the oldest inhabited castle in world and an official residence of HM The Queen, is celebrated with iconic views of both the interior and exterior of the castle.
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Hide AdFeatured in the stamp set is an image of the world-famous Round Tower that has dominated the Berkshire skyline for over 800 years.
Racehorse Legends will feature eight champion horses that achieved their greatest wins on UK race courses over the last six decades.
The stamp issue also features original artwork commissioned by Royal Mail of four flat racers and four national hunt horses captured in action during the course of their iconic wins.
The Songbirds issue in May will present 10 beautiful birds that herald spring and summer in the UK.
The full list is:
January Ancient Britain
February Windsor Castle
April Racehorse Legends
May Songbirds
June Windmills and Watermills
July First World War: 1917
July Landmark Buildings
August Classic Toys
November Christmas