Insights and behind the scenes from our palaces
Embracing two worlds: Conserving Bi-cultural heritage with a rare Japanese court suit
14 March 2025
Textile Conservator Kaori Motaung shares her experience conserving a rare Japanese court suit from the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection.
The Death of Elizabeth of York at the Tower of London
05 July 2024
Tracy Borman delves into the story behind the death of the original Tudor Queen, within the walls of this royal fortress.
St George's Day and the Accession of Henry VIII
22 April 2020
On St George's Day (23 April) 1509, the 17-year-old Henry VIII was told that his father Henry VII had died, and that he was to be crowned the new King of England. But all was not as it seemed.