From wondrous London palaces to peaceful countryside retreats, each royal residence tells a unique story about the Royal Family and are witnesses to centuries of royal history.
Royal residences are not just symbols of Britain’s monarchy but they are architectural marvels and cultural landmarks and consequently attract visitors from all over the world.
Each residence, from Buckingham Palace in Londonto Holyrood House in Scotland offers a unique insight into the monarchy’s traditions, heritage, and way of life.
King Charles and other members of the Royal Family use their residences to conduct official work, such as meetings, audiences, and hosting events, and they are also the setting for many different ceremonies and traditions, including the King’s official birthday – Trooping the Colour.
Below are ten of the most notable royal residences in Britain and ranked by Express.co.uk. What do you think is the number one royal residence in Britain? Give us your recommendations in the comments below.
Clarence House is a historic royal residence located adjacent to St. James’s Palace in London. Built in the 1820s, by architect John Nash, it was home to the Queen Mother for nearly five decades, and today, it is the residence of King Charles and Queen Camilla. When in the capital the King and Queen Camilla stay at the house just a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace, which has been undergoing extensive renovations.
According to the Royal Collection Trust, Charles and Camilla did not change too much when they moved in, as the layout and decoration are “much as they were in The Queen Mother’s time, with important works from Her Majesty’s collection of art in their original positions”.
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