James Secret Palace

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St James's Palace is the most senior royal palace in the United Kingdom. Located in the City of Westminster, although no longer the principal residence …

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Jul 15, 2023
This is the official palace of the Royal Family. Henry the eighth got it built for his beloved wife Anne Boleyn, who never got to see it as she was executed in the Tower of London before it was comp… Full review by HINAWASEEM
May 26, 2023
This is the oldest Royal Palace in London. Built by Henry VIII in the 16th Century to be closer to Westminster it has served in several royal capacities over the centuries. Today it is where the Gu… Full review by Grover R
Oct 29, 2022
We went on a private tour of the palace which covered the state rooms and included the throne room where King Charles made his declaration. The tour lasted about 90 minutes and was led by a very know… Full review by sheepygold

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When we were in London in June of 2018, we saw a very secure transfer of a chest from the Queen's Chapel to St. …
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When we were in London in June of 2018, we saw a very secure transfer of a chest from the Queen's Chapel to St. James Palace in the late morning. The Met Police sort of showed up, kept the public away and 4 formally robed men carried a chest from the side gate of the Queen's Chapel through the courtyard of St. James Palace. When they were done, the Met Police quietly walked away. Anyone know what this was?
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No but I am also interested in what it was.
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Answer by Allan P · Mar 12, 2019
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Is there a timeframe for the changing of the guards? Really don't want to miss it! Thanks in advance for any feedback
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Yes of course
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Are there safes in all the rooms?
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Erm? Not sure what you mean? This is not a hotel- it is a royal palace!
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