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Kensington Palace's Iconic Golden Gates Sent for Repair
5 Mar
Summary
- Golden gates at Kensington Palace are undergoing vital restoration.
- The gates are considered listed items requiring expert conservation.
- The royal family has moved to a new Windsor residence.
The historic golden gates of Kensington Palace are undergoing a significant restoration process, as announced by Historic Royal Palaces. These cherished, listed items are currently being repaired by blacksmiths and are expected to return later in the year. The gates themselves are composed of intricate materials, including Coade stone statues and wrought iron lanterns topped with royal crowns.
The Prince and Princess of Wales, who previously resided at Adelaide Cottage, have moved to Forest Lodge, an eight-bedroom residence within Windsor Great Park. This relocation, occurring late last year, aims to provide their children with a more serene upbringing. They continue to use Apartment 1A at Kensington Palace as their base when in London for work.
This spacious apartment, which occupies half a palace wing, comprises 20 rooms. While the interior details remain private, glimpses of their home offices were shared during the pandemic. The royal couple pays market rent for Forest Lodge, signaling a long-term commitment to the property with a 20-year lease agreement.
