Royal Collection Trust - What to see and do this October

 

OCTOBER 2022

THINGS TO SEE AND DO THIS OCTOBER

The royal residences have hosted some extraordinary moments in recent weeks - we thank you for your support during this time and we hope to see you soon. You can also watch our film commemorating the life of Queen Elizabeth II. Visit one of our special exhibitions this autumn. Japan: Courts and Culture at The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace tells the fascinating history of the relationship between the British and Japanese courts  - beginning with samurai armour given to James I. Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace at The Queen's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse has been extended until 31 October. WHAT'S ON

VISIT St George's Chapel Windsor Castle St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle is the final resting place of Queen Elizabeth II, as well as 10 other monarchs. Construction of the Chapel began in 1475 under the reign of Edward IV and it is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in England. Please note the Chapel is closed to visitors on Sundays. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ST GEORGE'S CHAPEL

EXHIBITION Shimmering ceramics The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace until 26 February 2023 Watch our film to find out more about these delicate Japanese Kutani jars (vases) - how they came into the Royal Collection during the reign of Queen Victoria and were displayed in the royal residences.  See the jars and other examples of Japanese art in our exhibition. BOOK NOW

EXHIBITION Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace - extended The Queen's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse until 31 October You have a few more weeks to visit our exhibition in Edinburgh. See this wonderful show that gives visitors a rare chance to get up close to works by Rembrandt, Rubens and more, and find out why the critics are calling it: 'Pure magic' The Scotsman. VISIT THE EXHIBITION

COLLECTION What was King George V's tattoo? It might surprise you to learn that some of the earliest royal visitors to Japan acquired a more permanent souvenir – tattoos. In 1869, Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, became the first royal prince to be tattooed - with a writhing dragon. Read our article to find out about more Japanese royal tattoos, including one belonging to the future King George V. FIND OUT MORE

FROM OUR SHOP Warm up with a cup of tea Discover our magnificent collections of individually wrapped pyramid tea bags, the finest loose leaf teas, and luxury tea-time treats, perfect to keep you cosy this autumn. BROWSE TEAS