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History and Stories

Palaces

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Good Friday Agreement

Hillsborough Castle was the scene for key meetings that led to this historic moment in Northern Ireland’s history

Mo Mowlam

A unique Northern Ireland Secretary and Hillsborough Castle resident

The story of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

‘The Grandest House in County Down’

Elizabeth II at our palaces

Elizabeth II had a deep connection to the Tower of London and the other five palaces in our care

Queen Victoria

From pampered princess to elderly empress: wife, mother and queen

The story of Kensington Palace

An elegant retreat for Britain's royal family

Elizabeth I

From Tower prisoner to English Queen

The Crown Jewels

The history of the Crown Jewels, including the Imperial State Crown - a priceless collection used to crown the kings and queens of England.

Coronations Past and Present

An ancient ceremony, largely unchanged for a thousand years