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At the entrance, pick up a "Family Trail" and audio
tours for children. Inside the palace, don't miss the scale model of Hampton
Court Palace and video presentation, near the Fountain Court. |
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You can walk through Henry VIII's State Apartments,
the King's Apartments, Queen's Apartments at your own pace. The State Apartments
includes the magnificent Great Hall, decorated with royal arms, the Haunted
Gallery (shades of Catherine Howard), and the stunning Chapel Royal, where
masses of gilded stars sparkle in a deep blue ceiling. |
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Tudor Kitchens Henry VIII was a big guy, with
a gargantuan appetite, and the royal court to feed. The kitchens re-create
the setting for a huge 16th century feast. Wander through rooms where food
was stored, prepared, and "dressed," before it was carried to
the Great Hall. |
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The maze, set up in the 17th century, is a lot of fun. Plenty
of room to run around in the acres of gardens too. Bring a picnic, or
stop into the Tiltyard Tea-rooms for lunch and snacks. |
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To get to Hampton Court, take a short train
ride from London, or a boat on the Thames. Pick up the boats
at Westminster Pier. |
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Tip: Hampton Court Palace is free with
the London
Pass . |