The Great Vine at Hampton Court Palace – planted by Capability Brown in 1768 – is the largest in the world, and still gives a harvest each autumn. It was…
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Historical newsHistory postsThe Tudors
The Bacton Altar Cloth – Elizabeth I’s only surviving dress – now at Hampton Court Palace
An enormously rare piece of Tudor clothing, known as the Bacton Altar Cloth, is now on show at Hampton Court Palace – and it was once one of Elizabeth I’s…
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Prince Charles and CamillaRoyal News
The Duchess of Cornwall enjoys a trip in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang alongside Chris Evans at 500 Words Final
by Olivia Moranby Olivia MoranThis morning, The Duchess of Cornwall joined BBC Radio 2 presenter Chris Evans at Hampton Court Palace for the final of the eighth 500 Words writing contest, which is aimed at…
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Other RoyalsPrince Charles and CamillaRoyal News
Camilla & Birgitte enjoy visit to the Royal School of Needlework at Hampton Court
by Olivia Moranby Olivia MoranToday, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester, were at Hampton Court Palace to visit the Royal School of Needlework. Birgitte is currently the school’s president, while Camilla…
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History postsRoyal ResidencesStately homes and houses
Tour the Tower of in the dark & have spooky sleepover at Hampton Court this Halloween
From touring the Tower of London after dark, to sleeping over at Hampton Court, Halloween is on its way to Historic Royal Palaces’ sites, with plenty to keep history and…
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Royal NewsThe Queen and Prince Philip
Evensong & Companions of Honour reception at Hampton Court for Queen & Prince Philip
Last night, The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh attended Evensong at Hampton Court Palace, celebrating 100 years of the Companions of Honour. Evensong – an afternoon service of prayer, usually…
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Historical newsRoyal Residences
Tournament of Henry VIII’s favourite sport Real Tennis to take place at Hampton Court
One of the sports favoured by Henry VIII’s is being brought back at Hampton Court Palace in July, as the Real Tennis Trophy is played on the palace’s court. From…
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History postsRoyal ResidencesStately homes and houses
Haunted Hampton Court – ghost tours at the palace
With Halloween upon us, what better way to spend an evening than seeking out ghouls at one of Britain’s best-loved palaces? Hampton Court is offering ghost tours this season –…
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Royal NewsThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
Kate opens Magic Garden at Hampton Court & reveals the newest member of the Cambridge household
Hampton Court Palace received a special guest yesterday, as Kate, Duchess of Cambridge opened its new children’s play area, The Magic Garden. The Magic Garden draws inspiration from the myths…