The Charm of Eltham Palace

From Medieval Majesty to Art Deco Glamour

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The magnificent Eltham Palace in Greenwich - Shutterstock

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In today’s email: 

• The Charm of Eltham Palace

• The Royal Parks of London

• Around The Web: Breezy Strolls and Village Charm; Explore Hyde Park from the Water; Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK and more.

• From Social Media - What is the purpose of King Alfred's tower?

• Yum -Try This Forgotten British Classic, It's AMAZING!...

• Extra - Eltham Palace, London: Discover South London’s Hidden Gem

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The Charm of Eltham Palace

Once a favoured medieval palace and then a Tudor royal residence, in the 1930s Eltham Palace was transformed by eccentric millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld. Get a taste of the Courtaulds' extravagant lifestyle as you explore their unusual home, try on a range of period costumes, follow the family trail and admire the magnificent medieval great hall.

There's a quirky mix of medieval and modern in the gardens too. Admire stunning herbaceous borders, walk through formal rose gardens and relax in the Rock Garden, with its pools and cascades running down to the moat

Eltham Palace and Gardens - Shutterstock

The Royal Parks of London

London is home to some of the most remarkable parks in the world, offering a harmonious blend of natural beauty, history, and relaxation. These green spaces are a vital part of the city's character, providing an escape from the urban landscape while reflecting London's rich heritage and commitment to preserving nature

Regent's Park of London - Shutterstock

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Around The Web

Breezy Strolls and Village Charm

Blackheath stretches across from the southern side of Greenwich Park, across the common and into the cosmopolitan, pretty village. It’s often a bit breezy across the heath so it’s a favourite spot for kite flyers

Explore Hyde Park from the Water

Boating on the Serpentine takes on a unique charm during autumn and winter. As the leaves change colour and fall, the lake is surrounded by a tapestry of rich, warm hues, creating a magnificent backdrop for your boat ride

Classic Dishes with a Creative Touch

The Ivy Kensington Brasserie offers relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining, just a stone’s throw from some of London’s best-loved landmarks in South Kensington and beyond, including The Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Palace and the Design Museum

Step Into Sacred Beauty at the Abbey

An architectural masterpiece of the 13th to 16th centuries, Westminster Abbey has become a treasure house of artefacts. This is also the coronation church where some of the most significant people in Britain's history are buried or commemorated

Step into Captain Cook’s World

The Museum is in the seventeenth-century house on the harbourside which belonged to the Quaker master-mariner, Captain John Walker, to whom the young Cook was apprenticed. The small collection of oil paintings relate to Captain Cook, to those who sailed with him, and patrons of his voyages of discovery

Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic royal palaces, castles and residences in the world. From the towering turrets of Windsor Castle to the elegant interiors of Buckingham Palace, these historic buildings offer a glimpse into the lives of Britain’s royal family.

Buckingham Palace - Love to Visit London

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From Social Media

What is the purpose of King Alfred's tower?

Yum

Try This Forgotten British Classic, It's AMAZING!...

Extra 

Eltham Palace, London: Discover South London’s Hidden Gem

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