Gavanndra hodge explores the other lost palaces of london. The tower of london, founded by william the conqueror in 10667, is one of the worlds most famous fortresses, and one of britains most visited historic sites. Tickets across all the palaces historic royal palaces. From its beginnings on an island surrounded by the rivers thames and tyburn more than 7000 years ago, the site became the most important centre of english history from the 11th century onwards. Discover books inspired by the palaces in our care, learn about fascinating periods of british history, including our official palace guide books, childrens books and more. Roam the sites independently to discover their halls. Explore three of london s iconic royal palaces with this moneysaving royal palaces pass. These products are all inspired by the world heritage site the tower of london. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Architecture and court life 14601547 new haven and london, 1993. The enclosed area in front of the white tower is called the inmost ward. Sumptuously illustrated throughout, the royal palaces of london is the first major survey to bring together the stories of these buildings and the characters, events and art that have filled their grand spaces and intimate corners from the norman conquest to modern times. Yes, its not technically in london, but neither is richmond or hampton court. Prince albert designed the house himself in the style of an italian renaissance palazzo.
The royal palaces of the tudor period hampton court palace, the tower of london, greenwich palace, st james palace, nonesuch, whitehall and richmond palace, amongst others are the subject of this illustrated book, in which the author examines the way in which tudor palaces functioned on the inside. Nottingham castle books and articles royal palaces an. A ccording to historical royal palaces an independent charity that looks after historical buildings like the tower of london and kensington palace, this meeting marked the first time the u. London s royal palaces are intriguing and many people from all over the world come to visit englands capital city to view these grand architectural structures for themselves and to learn the fascinating history behind them. Journey into the private world of the british royal family and uncover the fascinating story of the monarchy as you explore some of london s most iconic palaces with the help of our royal palace tours discover over 1,000 years of bloody history at the tower of london, visit the grand tudor palace of henry viii, one of englands most infamous kings, or marvel at the. But it also covers many lesser known palaces such as eltham palace and richmond palace. Historic royal palaces was originally set up in 1989 as an executive agency of.
It does consist of many beautiful pictures and illustrations. The ravens from tower are the narrators of the book and the first pages introduces us to these funny characters as well as the basics of the tower such as a map and all the monarchs and which houses they belong to. The british royal collection trusts range of exquisite chinaware is inspired by icons of british monarchy and replica pieces from the royal collection. Windsor is technically a royal palace, and still a functioning royal residence. This pass is valid for 2 years from the date of exchanging your voucher at the tower of london and is valid for one entry per palace. The house was built between 1845 and 1851 for queen victoria and prince albert as a summer home and rural retreat. In return for their support, our members can explore our historic royal palaces as many times as they like, all year round. In the 1200s it was a busy complex, full of buildings set up to serve royal residence. The palace and abbey of westminster provide one of the most familiar images in the world. Located in the city of westminster, the palace is often at the centre of state occasions and royal hospitality. Hull books and articles royal palaces an encyclopedia. The royal palaces of london by david souden, 9781858944234, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
The places that shaped the tudor world london, 2017. Including the tower of london, hampton court palace, banqueting house in whitehall, kensington palace and kew palace. The palace, which started as one of many royal residences, became the principal home of the english monarchs. Official palace guide books historic royal palaces shop. In the 1200s, what we now call the medieval palace consisted of much more than st thomass and the wakefield towers. Lucy worsley is chief curator at historic royal palaces and a fellow of the royal historical society, london. Book in advance and jump the queue at the tower of london, hampton court and kensington palace.
Sites of power and beauty, designed both for practical purposes and to impress, each has a fascinating tale to tell. It has been a focal point for the british people at times of national rejoicing and mourning originally known as buckingham house, the. How the history of england has shaped our buildings london, 20. British royal residences are palaces, castles and houses occupied by members of the british royal family in the united kingdom. Dover books and articles royal palaces an encyclopedia. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is interesting in the royal history of london or architecture of history buildings. I was pleasantly surprised because i was only halfright. This section includes books specifically related to the historic royal palaces in our care the tower of london, hampton court palace, the banqueting house, kensington palace and kew palace, all of which will inform. Explore years of history at london s iconic castle and world heritage site. Brett dolman london s royal palaces, past and present, are steeped in history and tradition. A beautifully illustrated threedimensional cutpaper guide to lon. We offer membership for access to all six of our palaces.
The membership card covers entry into tower of london, hampton court palace, banqueting house, kensington palace, kew palace and hillsborough castle. Your pass gives you onetime access to the mysteryladen tower of london, hampton court and kensington palace. Royal collection books buy official royal publications. The builder was thomas cubitt, the london architect and builder whose company built the main facade of. Terrible true tales from the tower of london is very similar to a horrible histories book and perfect for both kids and adults.
David souden is head of access and learning at historic royal palaces and a former research fellow in history at emmanuel college, cambridge. Simon thurley, english royal palaces, 14501550 unpublished phd thesis, university of london, 1991. Historic royal palaces is an independent charity that manages some of the united kingdoms unoccupied royal palaces these are. The royal palaces of london by david souden 20080514. The royal palaces of london by david souden, lucy worsley. Discover one of the most famous cities in the world with our selection of london inspired books, from guides to the history of london this selection of books tells you everything youve ever needed to know about london. Join historic royal palace s joint chief curator, lucy worsley, in this special oneoff programme, lucy worsleys royal photo album on bbc four, wednesday may at 21.
I was expecting the royal palaces of london to be nothing more than a coffee table book filled with beautiful pictures but short on real information. Bbc four programme lucy worsleys royal family album. A great variety of books for all ages with many written by our curators and leading historians, to add authority and authenticity to your library. Discover london s castle a secure fortress, royal palace and infamous prison.
Every royal residence across the uk all royal family. Each item is meticulously prepared entirely by hand using heritage techniques in staffordshire, england, and is crafted from english fine bone china, handpainted and decorated with 22 karat burnished gold trims. Want to take a peek into the wardrobes of the kings and queens of the past. Some, like buckingham palace and windsor castle, are owned by the british monarch by virtue of his or her position as king or queen, while others like balmoral castle and sandringham house are personally owned and have been passed down for generations. The following books are available to borrow from kensington and chelsea libraries.