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Pictures of England : Hampton Court Palace

Traveling Photographer In Henry VIII's Palace

The Entrance To Hampton Court Palace- Home of Henry VIII


Just 11 miles from central London, I believe Hampton Court Palace is the largest of the palaces I've toured during seven visits to England. If it is not the largest then the sprawling edifice and delightfully lovely grounds and gardens make it feel that way! The Privy Garden, lovliest of Hampton Court's Gardens. The building in the background appears to be a Tool House. (Copyright) We spent half a day strolling the grounds, exploring the palace and as 'guests' during the marriage of Henry VIII and his final wife, Kateryn Parr.

An entire day would have given us time to relax beside the fountain or the lake and watch the swans, do a little more exploring, and perhaps have lunch in what was originally Queen Elizabeth I's expanded kitchen. The 'Wedding of Henry VIII & Kateryn Parr

Henry VIII received Hampton Court more as a bribe than a 'gift' from Cardinal Wolsey in 1528. The Cardinal was quickly losing favor with the King due to his inability to obtain an annulment of Henry's marriage to Catherine of Aragon. Hampton Court - The Great Fountain Garden (Copyright) Thomas Wolsey had spent tremendous sums on the house when he purchased it in 1514, and transformed it into Hampton Court Palace. Henry remodeled it further to his own extravagant tastes obliterating Wolsey's influence.

History of Henry VII from Wikipedia


Hampton Court & Tree - This is just one section of this huge castle (Copyright) Although subsequent sovereigns have renovated and re-renovated the palace to suit themselves, Hampton Court is a mind boggling adventure. It is said that at one time there were so many living in it, that records were incomplete as to how many actually resided in the palace. Now that's true rent-free living.

Hampton Court Palace Time Line Thru 1984 from Wikipedia

Tom's trying to decide which way to go at Henry VII's Maze at Hampton Court. We hope you've enjoyed thise photos of England from our 10th Anniversary second honeymoon.

We will be adding additional pictures of England from Dartmoor and Dartmouth Castle, the awe inspiring vistas of the Cornish coastline, plus Windsor Castle (home of the Queen)and Kensington Palace (former home of Princess Diana) as well as more gorgeous gardens including famous Hyde Park.

And, if you're thinking of visiting the UK and doing your own photo-shoot, let us know in the pink Comments Box at the bottom of the page. We'll be glad to help you start your plans.

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