The Queen’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace is a permanent space dedicated to changing exhibitions of items from the Royal Collection, the wide-ranging collection of art and treasures held in trust by the Queen for the Nation. Constructed forty years ago on the west front of Buckingham Palace out of the bomb-damaged ruins of the former private chapel, the Gallery has recently been re-developed and was re-opened by the Queen in 2002. Once you’ve viewed the beautiful collection of paintings, furniture, jewellery and other treasures you will then complete your day with a delicious afternoon tea at The Rubens Hotel.
What's incuded:
-Entrance to The Queen’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace, housing a spectacular collection of national treasures
-A chance to see unique exhibitions
-Delicious afternoon tea at The Rubens Hotel
-Allow approx 2 ½ -3 hours for your experience (of which approx 2 hours will usually be spent at The -Queen’s Gallery, although there is no time limit)
-Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
-PA cover to a value of £50,000 plus cancellation indemnity
What happens on the day:
The Queen's Gallery is approached through a striking portico leading to a soaring double-height entrance hall and staircase. On the upper level of The Queen's Gallery there are seven galleries or rooms, used in a variety of combinations, for special exhibitions of paintings, prints, drawings and watercolours, furniture, porcelain, miniatures, enamels, jewellery and other works of art.
Throughout the year, there will be changing exhibitions, ensuring that there is always something interesting to see at the gallery.
You will then be able to sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea at The Rubens Hotel, situated opposite the Royal Mews, just a short stroll from The Queen’s Gallery including:
-A selection of delicate finger sandwiches,
-Freshly baked scones with Devonshire clotted cream
-A selection of homemade pastries,
-A choice of freshly brewed teas and coffees
-Please note: We cannot guarantee all of the above exhibitions or displays will be open.
Need to know:
-Minimum age: 17
-The Queen’s Gallery is open daily from 10am – 5.30pm (last admission 4.30pm)
-Confirmed closure dates for The Queen's Gallery are 1st November 2010 – 14th April 2011. ----Additional closure days may apply. Please call for full details
-The Summer Opening of the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace will be from the end of July to the beginning of October 2010. Further dates may be added
-Kindly note that we cannot guarantee all areas of the palace will be open on the day of your visit
-Please note that all Official Residences of The Queen are working Royal Palaces. Opening arrangements may change at short notice. Please check before planning a visit
-A reasonable level of fitness is desirable as some walking is involved
-The Queen’s Gallery is fully accessible for wheelchair users and there are suitable toilet facilities. --There are steps up to the hotel so assistance for wheelchair users will be required
-Please advise the centre on booking of any dietary requirements
-The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary
How it works:
All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a gift pack to you or directly to the recipient. A voucher and booking information will be included in the pack so you just need to check the info and book your experience.
Locations:
London - Central London
Please note all locations are correct at current time but may change or be withdrawn for reasons beyond our control.
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