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Private Tour of Hampton Court Palace with Award-Winning Architectural Historian

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About this activity

Enjoy a private bespoke tour of Hampton Court Palace, the home of thirteen English monarchs, with an award-winning architectural historian. Drawing on expertise built over many years working at the palace and writing about its history, I tailor my tours to your interests. I can offer an overview of the history of the palace and its most famous inhabitants – including Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I – or something more specific, such as a tour of the palace’s baroque architecture or many artistic treasures. I pride myself on providing guests with stories about the palace which are not only fascinating, but well researched and accurate! As an historian, I keep up to date with the latest research and am able to share hidden gems and aspects of the palace's history that go unseen or are commonly misunderstood.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Was awarded the Hawksmoor Medal by the SAHGB for one of his research papers on the palace's history.
    • Previously worked as an Architectural Investigator, researching the history of buildings.
    • He holds a masters in architectural history, for which he was awarded a distinction.
    • A private tour of Hampton Court Palace with James, who first started working at the palace in 2014.
    • Gives talks for the public, staff and volunteers at Hampton Court Palace.

    Not included

    • Transport
    • Food and drink
    • Gratuities
    • Entrance fees

    Itinerary

    1. Hampton Court Palace

      A private walking tour of Hampton Court Palace that

      A private walking tour of Hampton Court Palace that is tailored to your interests. If you would like a general overview of the palace, then I will accompany you through its Tudor and Baroque parts, talking you through its fascinating history and that of its famous inhabitants. For guests with specific interests, I will adapt the tour to your needs, focusing on the aspects of the palace, its art collection, or inhabitants in which you are most interested.

      2 hoursAdmission not includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    I will meet you outside the West Gate, the main entrance to Hampton Court Palace. After entering the palace grounds from the road (the A309), walk down the drive until you reach the bridge over the moat, which leads to the palace entrance (the West Gate). I will be waiting for you by the bridge.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
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    James Shemmonds
    Product code
    337465P1

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