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Hampton Court - The Palace

Henry VIII summered here, it was one of his favourite Palaces! He'd bring along his current wife, dine on entire roast animals while lubricating himself with more than the lions share of the nectar of the gods!  And talk about a Lion - Henry VIII was a beast of a man. Some called him the Ginga Ninja, but never to his face...  Henry appreciated the finer things in life. He was also a bit of a ladies man, not always a whole ladies man, but sometimes a little head here and there never hurt (him!) Our first view of the palace... Henry's wine cellar (you all knew I'd find it!) And in colour... Walk through the entrance into the courtyard - columns: inspiration for many a house The clock tower entrance A close-up Roof decoration: they were big into this The big man himself! The page boy's room Some more roof decor. A small tapestry Robbie tries out the spectacles! Skill demonstration: getting the ball into the cradle isn't as easy as it looks Window decorations, also quit...