Tag: Hampton Court
Hampton Court (6): Georgian Palace
After William’s death, the British crown passed to the Hanoverians. The advent of this new royal family saw a decline in … More
Hampton Court (5): Astronomical Clock
The clock, designed by Nicholas Cratzer and built by Nicholas Oursain, was originally installed on the gatehouse to the inner … More
Hampton Court (4): Wiliam III’s apartments
The accession to the throne of William III saw a programme of new royal building works including the building of … More
Hampton Court (3): Tudor State Appartments
The highlight of the remaining Tudor State apartments is undoubtedly the Great Hall. Next to the Great Hall is the … More
Hampton Court (2): Tudor Kitchens
Connected to the main courtyard by a short passage is a smaller courtyard around which are situated the Kitchens … More
Hampton Court (1): The History
Earliest records show that in 1236 The Knights Hospitalier of St John Jerusalem (one of the monastic armed orders charged … More