Kew Palace

The smallest and most private of the English royal palaces, Kew was the royal family's favourite country retreat in the late 18th century. Experience a riot of colour in authentically re-created Georgian rooms, before wandering through the eerie upper floor, left untouched for centuries. The Royal Kitchens newly restored in 2012, yet untouched since Queen Charlotte's death in 1818 are a fascinating insight into Georgian culinary life.

Kew Palace is now closed and will be re-opening in spring 2014.