• Explore 'Palace People' for profiles, stories and little-known facts about some of England’s famous monarchs and characters associated with the Banqueting House.
  • The Palace of Whitehall was the primary home of the Monarch from 1530 until 1698. In 1698 the Palace (except for the Banqueting House) was destroyed by fire.
  • Times: 10am, 2pm The Banqueting House is closed in the afternoon most days. The 2pm tour will therefore be entirely devoted to Westminster Abbey.
  • From 1189 to 1821, Westminster Hall was the traditional venue for coronation banquets honouring newly-crowned monarchs.
  • Along the way, hear stories about the legends buried at Westminster Abbey, and see the banqueting house where Charles I was beheaded.
  • Banqueting House has an interesting history that includes being the execution site for King Charles 1 in 1649 as well as his painting which is from the mid 17th...
  • The Banqueting House, on Whitehall in the City of Westminster, central London, is the grandest and best-known survivor of the architectural genre of...
  • Here's our pick of the best banqueting suites for hire in Westminster perfect for a lavish wedding banquet, birthday party or corporate gala dinner.
  • Banqueting House – Ceiling painting by Rubens. Where? Banqueting House, Whitehall, Westminster · Web: hrp.org Opening times?