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Royal England

Royal England

From the House of Tudor and the absolute power of Henry VIII to the more ceremonial House of Windsor of current times, England's royal legacy is inextricably woven into the nation's fabric.

 

Explore Norman castles in Sussex, vanguard of scientific progress, the Royal Society; and London's royal parks. Visit Henry's favourite palace at Hampton and pay a visit to the ravens at the Tower of London.


Royal hangouts

Windsor Castle, Berkshire; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Windsor Castle

Wander around a large part of priceless collections.

An aerial shot of the Tower of London; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Explore the Tower of London

A truly grisly history and a lot of bling.

Hampton Court Palace, London; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Hampton Court Palace, Surrey

Hop on a boat to Henry VIII's favourite hangout.

Royal England

The Queen & the Monarchy

The most famous monarchy in the world... we present the House of Windsor.

Castles and stately homes

From the contemporary eccentricity of Longleat to medieval palaces and Tudor holiday homes.


A royal holiday home and ceremonial duties

Sandringham Estate, Norfolk; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Sandringham Estate

Sandringham is the Queen’s official residence until February every year.

London Royal Society; Mister Rad;

Take in a lecture at the Royal Society

Transforming the nature of scientific discourse since 1660.

Changing of the Guard, London; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace

For sheer pomp, you can’t beat this London attraction.