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Showing posts with label Royal London. Show all posts
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Tuesday, 24 July 2018
360 video: Buckingham Palace Tour
-Walk through the state rooms at Buckingham Palace and discover for yourself some of the most treasured and historic objects in the Royal Collection.
Monday, 2 July 2018
Three Palace Pass - Tower of London - Hampton Court - Kensington Palace
Highlights
The Three Palace Past includes the admissions to the Tower of London, Kensington Palace and Hampton Court Palace. Save £7.50 per adult and £11.35 per child when purchasing all three attractions together.
The Tower of London
The Tower spans over 900 years of British history. One of the best preserved fortified buildings in the world. It houses the priceless Crown Jewels, Royal Armouries, Yeoman Wardens and the Ravens.
Founded by William the Conqueror in 1066 and enlarged and modified by successive sovereigns, today the Tower of London is one of the world's most famous and spectacular fortresses. Discover its 900-year history as a royal palace and fortress, prison and place of execution, mint, arsenal, menagerie and jewel house.
For over 600 years kings and queens of England have stored crowns, robes and other valuable items of ceremonial regalia at the Tower of London. Since the 17th century, at least, this collection has been known as the 'Crown Jewels' and has been shown to visitors to the Tower.
Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace has been a royal residence for over 300 years, and it was here that Queen Victoria was born and spent her childhood and, recently, the palace was home to Diana, Princess of Wales. Set within the tranquillity of Kensington Gardens, this is the most intimate of royal palaces, not merely an impressive stage for the ceremonies of court life but a charming and much-loved home. The magnificent State Apartments give a glimpse of court life, with an impressive display of paintings from the Royal Collection.
Hampton Court Palace
Home to the Kings and Queens of Britain since the time of Henry VIII, Hampton Court Palace is one of the most famous visitor attractions in the country. Although perhaps best-known as a Tudor Palace, Hampton Court Palace, with its magnificent buildings, world-famous gardens and priceless art collection, continues to inspire visitors of all ages. Discover the magnificent State Apartments of Henry VIII and William III, explore 60 acres of immaculate riverside gardens and lose yourself in the world-famous maze.
Gallery
Sunday, 20 August 2017
The Royal Mews is situated next to Buckingham Palace in London.
. The Royal Mews is situated next to Buckingham Palace in London. It evolved from the King's Mews at Charing Cross which was established by Richard II and was originally where the royal hunting hawks were housed. Nowadays the Mews is one of the finest working stables in existence, responsible for all aspects of road travel for The Queen and members of the Royal Family and you can see the horses, coaches and cars on your visit.
Coaches, Carriages, Cars and Horses
Among the dazzling coaches and carriages on display in the Royal Mews are the Diamond Jubilee State Coach used by The Queen to travel to the State Opening of Parliament, the Glass Coach, in which royal brides, including The Queen when Princess Elizabeth, have travelled on their wedding day, and the 1902 State Landau which The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge used to travel to Buckingham Palace after their wedding at Westminster Abbey in 2011.
Queen Victoria had forbidden cars from being used at the Mews, calling them "those horrible machines". However by 1920 King George V had converted two coach houses into garages for the royal Daimlers. Today there are seven limousines in the Royal Mews.
Don't forget to say hello to any of the horses currently stabled at the Mews too!
See the grooms in action
In addition to the historic vehicles on display, visitors can witness the daily work of the Royal Mews staff, from the feeding, exercising, mucking out and training of the Windsor Greys and Cleveland Bays, to the work that takes place in the harness room throughout the day. Visitors may also see the messenger Brougham carriage that sets out daily from the Mews to transfer post between royal residences, a task that has taken place since 1843.
Model Landau
Experience what it feels like to step into a royal carriage in the State Stables. The model landau inspired by the Semi-State Landau and decorated in a royal carriage livery is a perfect photo opportunity. Share your photos with us using #SitInStyle.
Also recently installed in the State Stables are new interactive displays for families, which give children the opportunity to learn how to harness a horse and to dress up as a footman in specially created livery.
Activities for children are available on various weekends and throughout the summer. See the What's On event listings for more details.
Sunday, 2 July 2017
Historic Royal Palaces - The Lost Palace Banqueting House
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Saturday, 11 June 2016
Thursday, 21 April 2016
The Queen - Happy Birthday Your Majesty
Coldstream Guards strike up a tune as the Queen is greeted outside Windsor Castle by thousands of cheering well-wishers
- Her Majesty The Queen celebrates her 90th birthday today and has marked milestone with appearance in Windsor
- Later Prince Charles will host a lavish private birthday party at Windsor Castle, attended by family and close friends
- Well-wishers draped in Union Jacks arrived in the town early this morning ahead of the Queen's royal visit
- Royal bunting has also been strung up above the high street while dozens of shops have decorated for the occasion
Resplendent in lime green, the Queen was greeted by thousands of cheering well-wishers as she started a day of events to mark her 90th birthday.
The most devoted royalist camped out on the streets overnight and by mid-morning the pavements were packed with excited schoolchildren, adults in fancy dress and a handful of well-behaved dogs, all hoping to catch a glimpse of Her Majesty.
Her arrival was marked by a rendition of Happy Birthday by the Band of the Coldstream Guards.
The milestone birthday will be marked with a number of events across the county, starting with the Queen's walkabout through Windsor. Later, the Monarch will be honoured by close friends and family at a private black tie party hosted by Prince Charles.
Prime Minister David Cameron has led the tributes to the 'rock of our nation' who he said 'has lived through some extraordinary times'.
Delighted: The Queen beamed at waiting well-wishers as she stepped out of her car outside Windsor Castle this morning
Gracious: The Queen received bouquets of flowers from supporters as she greeted dozens of people on the streets of Windsor
Loved by generations: Three-year-old Olivia Sanna wore her own crown for the occasion. Right, a young schoolboy in the crowd
Pretty in pink: Taking inspiration from the Queen's own vibrant ensemble yesterday, Judy Daley, from Cardiff, came ready with balloons
Milestone birthay: The Queen spent time greeting thousands of well-wishers who waited for hours on the streets of Windsor
Loyal subjects: Thousands of people gathered on the streets of Windsor to greet the Queen as she celebrated her 90th birthday
Procession: Royal guards marched through the streets of Windsor ahead of the arrival of the Monarch, who will walk through the town
Glitz and glitter: John Loughrey and Kathy Martin (left) brought along a stuffed bulldog. Right, fan Donna Werner, from the US
In the party spirit: Town criers (from the left) Steve Clow, Tony Appleton and Peter Baker join crowds outside Windsor Castle
Reality TV stars: Gogglebox favourites Sandy Channer, left, and Sandra Martin, right, pose for a photo with TOWIE's Joey Essex
Dressed to the nines: A sequined suit and bowler hat helped David Weeks, left, stand out from the crowd. Right, town crier Steve Clow
Anticipation: Dozens of Union flags were draped over the barriers set up in the centre of Windsor this morning ahead of the Queen's arrival
Sunday, 7 June 2015
Prince George and Princess Charlotte pictures released
A series of photos of Prince George and his sister Princess Charlotte have been released by Kensington Palace.
The four pictures show the princess being cradled by her elder sibling as they sit on a cream couch at Anmer Hall in Norfolk, their family home with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
The pictures were taken by Catherine just weeks after Princess Charlotte was born on 2 May.
In an earlier tweet, Kensington Palace said the images were "very special".
In each of the pictures, Charlotte is lying on her brother's lap, wearing white. The prince is wearing a white shirt, blue shorts and blue socks.
In one, he appears to be kissing his sister on the forehead.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children have been at Anmer Hall since leaving London shortly after the birth of the princess.
Prince William and Catherine are expected to be based there for the next few years as they raise Princess Charlotte and Prince George, who is almost two, with the help of a full-time nanny.
Photography is listed as one of the duchess's hobbies in her biography on the royal website. The pictures were taken on a Canon EOS 5D Mark II camera.
The first official images of Prince George, released in 2013, were taken by the duchess's father, Michael Middleton, in the garden of their home in Bucklebury, Berkshire.
Commentary: BBC Royal Correspondent Peter Hunt
The photographs provide a rare glimpse of, as things stand, the future of the British monarchy.
Such glimpses will remain reasonably rare as these royal children grow up.
They'll next be captured together when Princess Charlotte is christened in July.
In all of these four images the baby princess - just a few weeks old at the time the photos were taken by her mother - is in the arms of her brother, Prince George.
As the toddler destined to be king continues to adjust to having a new addition to his family, his parents will hope the 22-month-old and the one-month-old will forge a bond as strong as the one enjoyed by Princes William and Harry.
Harry has spoken of how they understand each other and give each other support.
His older brother told someone recently that George was very lively and Charlotte had given her parents a "few sleepless nights".
On Friday, it was announced Princess Charlotte will be christened on 5 July.
The christening will take place at St Mary Magdalene Church at the Queen's Sandringham estate.
Princess Charlotte was born on 2 May at London's St Mary's Hospital, weighing 8lbs 3oz (3.7kg).
The fourth in line to the throne, her full name has been registered as Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana of Cambridge.
Wednesday, 13 February 2013
Visit Buckingham Palace- Opens July 31 st 2013
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The Buckingham Palace State Rooms will be open to the public from 31st July to 7th October 2012. Tickets are also available to the Royal Mews and Queen's Gallery.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty the Queen. It is one of the few working royal palaces remaining in the world today.
In August and September, when the palace is not being used in its official capacity, visitors can enjoy the State Rooms, which form the heart of the working palace - nineteen rooms, lavishly furnished with the finest treasures from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Poussin and Canaletto and some of the finest English and French furniture.
Visitors end their tour with a walk along the south side of the Palace garden, which splendid views of the west front of the Palace and the famous lake.
Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration
This spectacular exhibition shows the many ways in which diamonds have been used by British monarchs over the last 200 years. It includes a number of The Queen’s personal jewels - those inherited by Her Majesty or acquired during her reign. The exhibition reveals how many of these extraordinary stones have undergone a number of transformations, having been re-cut or incorporated into new settings during their fascinating history.
Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration forms part of a visit to the Summer Opening of the Buckingham Palace State Rooms in 2012.
The Royal Mews
The Royal Mews is the mews (or stables) of the British Royal Family, located in the grounds of Buckingham Palace.
Here you can see the the Gold State Coach along with various horse-drawn carriages and motor cars, used for coronations, State Visits, royal weddings, the State Opening of Parliament and official engagements. For most of the year the stables are home to the working horses that play an important role in The Queen's official and ceremonial duties.
The Queen's Gallery
The Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace is a permanent space dedicated to changing exhibitions of items from the Royal Collection, the wide-ranging collection of art and treasures held in trust by The Queen for the Nation. The Queen's Gallery is open to the public throughout the year.
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