Review: Trip to Hampton Court Palace

The first of two full day trips organised by Thatcham Historical Society took place on the 3rd July 2010 and saw members of the society, and guests from other societies including the U3A, visit Hampton Court Palace, home to King Henry VIII.

Although Hampton Court Palace is typically associated with King Henry VIII, it does have connections with many other monarchs including Queen Mary I, James I, Charles I, Charles II and George II. The palace itself can be dated back to before 1494 when Giles Daubeney, who later became Lord Chamberlain, leases and modernises the medieval manor of Hampton Court. Other notable historical figures have also been involved with the palace including Shakespeare who in 1603 performed plays in the Great Hall for King James I.

Everyone who went on the trip left wanting to go back for more. The Palace itself is incredible and then there are the gardens as well, just so much to cover in one day.

We have another trip on the 11th September 2010 to the Natural History Museum. Although some guests have decided to visit other locations such as the Victoria and Albert or the Science Museum. If you are interested in this trip then you should contact Nick Young via our contact form.