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As a member, you have access to a whole library of behind-the-ropes videos. From conservation in action to interviews with our expert historians and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Explore the archive and re-watch your favourites here.
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Conservation in action
Heritage Science Q&A
Constantina Vlahou, Heritage Science Manager explains what Heritage Science is and the challenges faced, as well as revealing some interesting discoveries.
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In this members-only video, Constantina Vlahou, Heritage Science Manager explains what Heritage Science is and the challenges faced, as well as revealing some interesting discoveries.
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Conservation across the palaces
Step behind the boards and barriers to discover important projects and remarkable discoveries happening in 2025 and beyond, shared by curators Alfred Hawkins, Alice Blows and James Shemmonds.
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Thank you for supporting our vital conservation work as a member - we couldn't do it without you. In this members-only video, step behind the boards and barriers to discover important projects and remarkable discoveries shared by our curators.
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Conservation at the Banqueting House
Take a deep dive into the essential maintenance work recently conducted at the Banqueting House with Zoe Roberts, Senior Project Manager.
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Take a deep dive into the essential maintenance work recently conducted at the Banqueting House with Zoe Roberts, Senior Project Manager.
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The Great Gatehouse Conservation
Discover more about the conservation work being conducted on the Great Gatehouse at Hampton Court Palace with Assistant Curator, James Shemmonds. Go behind-the-scenes and uncover fascinating findings.
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Discover more about the conservation work being conducted on the Great Gatehouse at Hampton Court Palace with Assistant Curator, James Shemmonds.
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The Yeoman Warder series
The Keys with Chief Yeoman Warder Rob Fuller
Former Chief Yeoman Warder Rob Fuller shares a rare peek inside The Keys, the Yeoman Warders' pub, and one of the most excluisve areas within the iconic walls of the Tower of London.
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Former Chief Yeoman Warder, Rob Fuller, takes us behind the scenes into the The Keys pub, situated inside the Tower of London.
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A day in the life of a Yeoman Warder
A day in the life of a Yeoman Warder with YW Tracy Machin.
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YW Tracy Machin shares a typical day in the life of a Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London.
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An interview with YW Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown is the only Yeoman Warder to have worked at two sites within Historic Royal Palaces' care, both Hillsborough Castle and Gardens in Northern Ireland and the Tower of London. But his favourite? Let's just say...it's a royal dilemma!
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Yeoman Warder Ryan Brown is unique in being the only person to work at two sites within Historic Royal Palaces' care: Hillsborough Castle and Gardens in Northern Ireland and the Tower of London. In this video, he shares his experiences.
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Behind the scenes tours
The Roof of the White Tower
Join Curator of Historic Buildings Alfred Hawkins on the roof of the White Tower, one of the most private places at the Tower of London.
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In this video, Curator Alfred Hawkins, takes us behind the scenes - to the roof of the White Tower.
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Grace and Favour virtual tour
Step behind-the-scenes at Hampton Court Palace with expert guides to uncover the fascinating lives and private apartments of the Grace and Favour residents - those who once lived and worked within the palace walls.
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Listen to fascinating stories about Grace and Favour residents at Hampton Court Palace from expert guides in part 1 of this captivating series.
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Grace and Favour Q&A
Expert guides answer your member questions about Grace and Favour residents - those who once lived and worked within the walls of Hampton Court Palace.
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Listen to fascinating stories about Grace and Favour residents at Hampton Court Palace from expert guides in part 2 of this captivating Q&A series.
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Ghost Stories at Hampton Court Palace
Curious about Hampton Court Palace's haunted history? Join this virtual ghost tour around the palace to uncover spooky stories and strange happenings - if you dare!
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Sarah Slater, expert guide, shares ghost stories and suspicious happenings from Hampton Court Palace.
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The Attic at Kew Palace
Join this virtual tour with a Palace Host and go behind-the-scenes into the attics at Kew Palace.
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Join this virtual tour with a Palace Host and go behind the scenes into the attics at Kew Palace.
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Curators' corner
Inside Hillsborough Castle
Join Castle and Collections Manager David Orr for a virtual tour of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, as he reveals three remarkable objects and the unique stories that connect them to the castle's history.
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David Orr, Castle and Collections Manager at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, takes us inside the castle to explore three fascinating collection pieces.
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Fitness with Elizabeth I
Ever wondered how Elizabeth I kept fit and well? Join Tracy Borman, Chief Historian, as she takes us in the footsteps of the very health-conscious monarch.
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Hear from Chief Historian, Tracy Borman about how Elizabeth I kept fit.
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Tracy Borman Q&A
Chief Historian Tracy Borman answers your member questions. Discover weird and wonderful Tudor court customs and the answer to the age-old question - was Elizabeth I really a 'virgin queen'?
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Tracy Borman, Chief Historian at Historic Royal Palaces answers your member questions.
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In conversation with Chief Curator Eleri Lynn
Chief Curator Eleri Lynn sits down with Sarah Kilby, co-editor of your members' magazine, Inside Story. As a companion to her magazine interview found in Issue 57, Eleri takes the conversation further in this insightful video.
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Chief Curator Eleri Lynn sits down with Sarah Kilby, co-editor of your members’ magazine, Inside Story.
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Exhibition deep dives
Untold Lives exhibition Q&A
Curators Sebastian Edwards and Mishka Sinha go backstage at the Untold Lives exhibition at Kensington Palace (2024) answering your member questions. Explore what it was like to look after the royal family and their homes and discover overlooked stories about the incredible people who worked at the royal palaces over 300 years ago.
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Curators Sebastian Edwards and Mishka Sinha go backstage at the Untold Lives exhibition at Kensington Palace (2024) answering your member questions.
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Dress Codes exhibition: Young Producers
Caterina Berni, Interpretation Manager for the Dress Codes exhibition at Kensington Palace (March - November 2025) shares how young creators played an intrinsic role. See behind the scenes footage and discover incredible contributions of fashion, storytelling and music.
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Caterina Berni, Interpretation Manager for the Dress Codes exhibition at Kensington Palace (March – November 2025) shares how young creators played an intrinsic role in the exhibition.
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The Last Princesses of Punjab: The Curator’s take
Join Mishka Sinha, one of the curators behind ‘The Last Princesses of Punjab’ exhibition at Kensington Palace, as she shares her personal highlights. Uncover themes of identity, expression and resistance through her unique perspective.
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Join Mishka Sinha, one of the curators behind ‘The Last Princesses of Punjab’ exhibition at Kensington Palace, as she shares her personal highlights. Uncover themes of identity, expression and resistance through her unique perspective.
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