All Castles and Palaces articles – Page 5
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NewsNew exhibition to celebrate 800 years since the construction of Bishop’s Palace
Bishop’s Palace in Somerset has opened a special exhibition which runs until the end of 2021, aiming to take visitors on a journey through the site’s 800 year history.
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Features8 of the most beautiful places in… Cornwall
A snapshot of some of the most stunning places in Cornwall, from hidden beaches to ancient rock formations.
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NewsVisitors are invited behind the scenes at Blenheim Palace
Your group can explore the Oxfordshire palace like never before with a series of new virtual tours, guides and activities.
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News250,000 artworks & 360-degree royal tours can now be seen online
Virtual visitors can browse thousands of art works and tour royal residences on the Royal Collection Trust (RCT) website.
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News‘No contact’ day available at Bishop’s Palace in response to Coronavirus outbreak
Bishop’s Palace in Somerset is now offering a fully ‘no contact’ experience, making special enhancements to stop people coming into close contact with each other due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
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FeaturesHistoric Royal Palaces gears up for spectacular season of events
In this feature, we’ve rounded up the big announcements and events to be taking place at some of Historic Royal Palace’s renowned sites throughout this year and into 2021.
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NewsWindsor Castle opens first visitor café in medieval Undercroft
The oldest surviving area of the castle has been transformed and will be open to visitors every day.
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NewsExclusive group menus unveiled at Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace has announced a variety of new and exclusive menus for groups throughout the year.
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NewsBelvoir Castle to offer tours inspired by The Crown
Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire, which has featured in all three seasons of the Netflix period drama The Crown, is offering groups guided tours to highlight key spots from the series.
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NewsGo ‘on location’ with Blenheim Palace’s new film trail
Groups can now explore parts of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, as seen on screen, through a self-guided tour.
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FeaturesGLT picks: 5 castles with an unusual twist
Castle visits are a staple for groups but how about an unusual twist for your next trip? These five offer something a bit different.
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NewsMultimedia guides will bring 700 years of history to life at Hever Castle
Groups visiting Hever Castle in Kent throughout 2020 will be able to make use of a multimedia guide included in their entry price to the castle.
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NewsRoyal Collection reveals group events and tours for 2020
Groups can now book events and exhibitions at the royal residences next year, including exclusive private tours.
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FeaturesThe Royal Collection Trust’s 2020 exhibitions to look out for
Get planning for next year with our round-up of the art and photography displays at the Royal Collection Trust (RCT)’s attractions.
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NewsBlenheim Palace announces springtime programme of events
Groups visiting Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire can make use of a series of themed talks throughout next spring as well as a new exhibition which looks at palace life in the 1920s.
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NewsAuckland Castle set to reopen following restoration works
The historic Auckland Castle in County Durham will reopen on 2nd November after a major three-year conservation project.
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NewsDetails of Hever Castle's 2020 events and key dates released
Hever Castle in Kent has announced its programme of events and key dates for groups to look out for across 2020, ranging from cultural celebrations to seasonal displays.
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NewsTintagel Castle to reopen following the addition of striking new footbridge
Tintagel Castle in Cornwall will reopen on Sunday (11th August) after the completion of a new footbridge, recreating the historic link between the mainland and island.
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ReviewBuckingham Palace’s summer opening gives fascinating insight into Queen Victoria’s life
GLT went along to Buckingham Palace for a sneak preview of the new exhibition, Queen Victoria’s Palace, ahead of this year’s summer opening of the State Rooms.
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NewsRevamp of Kenilworth Castle’s Elizabethan Gardens marks anniversary of royal visit
The project, which includes the addition of a Tudor bowling green, marks the anniversary of the famous 19-day visit to the Warwickshire castle by Queen Elizabeth I.