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ROYALAS Harry and Meghan prepare to MARRY THIS MAY,W plan yourselfE a ROYALDDING TRAVEL JOURNEY and join the celebrations! By By appointmentRoyal As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle prepare to marry this May, Chantal Borciani explores the historic palaces and secret gems of the royal boroughs they will call home.

VER SINCE PRINCE HARRY AND back more than 900 years and has been home to MEGHAN MARKLE announced their 39 monarchs. Founded by William the Conqueror engagement last November, wedding in the 11th century, it remains the oldest and largest fever has been growing at a pace. occupied in the world and is open to visitors Whether you’re planning to line the all year round – though, of course, not on the day of cobbled streets of Windsor to glimpse the wedding. Tours of the castle include entry to the the happy couple on their big day or simply want to magnificent State Apartments and St George's Chapel Eexplore Meghan’s favourite haunts, we have where services and choral recitals are open to the the perfect guide to get you embraced by the royal public throughout the year. wedding spirit. Whimsical Windsor On the waterfront The royal borough of Windsor will be taking centre While the streets of Windsor will be abuzz with stage this May as the happy couple marry in St throngs of well wishers on the big day, the quaint George’s Chapel in the grounds of . An market places of Windsor are a pleasure all year easy 55-minute train from central London, Windsor round. Those in the know head to the riverside to is perfect for a historic day trip. Surrounded by the glimpse the best views of the ancient turrets of Horseshoe Cloisters and protected by the imposing Windsor Castle. A variety of riverboats and steamers Henry VIII gate, the chapel is located in the lower operate along this stretch of the River Thames with ward of Windsor Castle and construction started the cruises offering stunning views of Windsor Great in 1475 by Edward IV and was completed under Park, the castle and prestigious Eton College. Why Henry VIII in 1528. The Queen spends most of her not make a day of it and enjoy an afternoon tea or private weekends at Windsor Castle, which dates champagne tea on board?

26 l EXCLUSIVELYBRITISHMAGAZINE.COM l March/April 2018 March/April 2018 l EXCLUSIVELYBRITISHMAGAZINE.COM l 27 PHOTO © ALEXI LUBOMIRSKI/PA IMAGES ALEXI LUBOMIRSKI/PA © PHOTO Made in Chelsea If the extraordinary dress collection gets you in the mood for some retail therapy, Kensington is a short hop from Kings Road – one of Meghan’s and soon-to-be sister-in-law, the Duchess of Cambridge’s favourite shopping areas. The road was originally built by King Charles II in 1694 and remained private until 1830, for use exclusively by the monarch. Today it boasts a mix of high-end The Great British Escape designer boutiques and high street names. When it comes to the crème de la crème of retail, though, London’s Royal Warrant holders covet the top seal of approval from the royals. Royal Warrants are a mark of recognition for Stoke Park is a luxury 5 AA Red Star Hotel, Spa and Country Club those who have supplied goods to the households of HM The set within 300 acres of beautiful parkland and offers world-class Queen, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh or HRH The Prince of for at least five years. Some of the capital’s best-loved sporting and leisure facilities. warrant holders include Berry Bros & Rudd, Britain’s original wine and spirit merchant (who could be in the running to supply tipples for the royal couple), Charbonnel et Walker, the Queen’s Mayfair-based chocolatier and perhaps one of the iconic stores in London, Fortnum & Mason. A fixture in Piccadilly since 1707, Fortnum's quintessential British store is famed for its Food Hall, tea collections and its elegant Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon on the fourth floor.

It’s not often that visitors can wander in the Queen’s back garden yet Windsor Great Park is open to the public and remains the only Tea for two Royal Park managed by Estate. Walking distance from Afternoon tea is a prerequisite for discerning visitors and London the centre of town, this captivating 5,000-acre parkland was once hosts some of the best in the country. Our favourite is the part of a vast Norman hunting forest and hosted royal hunts and delectable afternoon teas at Dukes Hotel, Mayfair. Located just still includes a Deer Park to this day. around the corner from the hotel is renowned for its afternoon delicacies and throughout May the small luxury hotel will host a royal wedding tea menu, which includes a fusion Where to stay of American and British dishes as a nod to the couple’s heritage. While Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are likely to spend the morning of their wedding getting ready in the wings of Windsor Castle, several luxury hotels nearby have a history of hosting aristocrats, royals and celebrities alike. Charting 350 years of history, Grade I listed House was originally built by Facilities include: George Villiers 2nd Duke of Buckingham as a hunting lodge to entertain his mistress and friends and sits in 376 acres. Stoke Park • 49 Bedrooms and Suites is another great option just 15 minutes from Windsor; founded in • Award winning Spa 1908 it was the UK’s first country club and has hosted politicians • 27 hole Championship Golf Course and glitterati. Stoke Park’s mansion house was originally • 3 Restaurants and Bars, including designed by James Wyatt and the luxury hotel has since served Humphry’s (3 AA Rosette, fine dining) as the filming location for several films including James Bond’s • 13 Tennis Courts (indoor, grass and Goldfinger and Tomorrow Never Dies and Bridget Jones’s Diary. artificial clay) • Indoor Pool • State of the art Gym with Fitness, Hot Yoga and Spinning Studios The cream of the capital hosting up to 50 classes per week While Windsor may take centre stage on the wedding day itself, • Crèche it is London where Meghan and Harry courted and now live. • Games Room in the grounds of was the spot where Harry proposed and while the love nest is out of • Playground bounds, the Palace is open to the public. The gardens and the King's State Apartments are open to the public and the palace is running a spectacular exhibition of Diana, Princess of Wales’ dresses until 2019. 35 minutes from London, 7 miles from Heathrow Airport and a short drive from Windsor makes Stoke Park an ideal location and perfect setting for stopovers and luxury breaks.

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Work off any indulgences with a walk through Green Park to Buckingham Palace and be sure not to miss the Royal Mews, which is home to the royal collection of historic coaches and carriages and is considered to be one of the finest working stables in existence. The Mews is responsible for all road travel arrangements for The Queen and members of the Royal Family and its display includes the Gold State Coach, which has been used at every coronation since that of George IV in 1821, and The Diamond Jubilee State Coach For a pew and a pint, journey to The Sands End pub in Fulham, where Meghan and Harry enjoyed a cosy lunch. The pub is owned by Harry's friend Mark Dyer and serves high-end, classic English dishes. For Harry’s favourite dinner spot in the capital, the romantic Le Clos Maggiore restaurant near Covent Garden is pick of the crop. When the time comes to lay your head down there are a plethora of historic London hotels to pick from but for the ultimate royal wedding experience book in at The Goring. This small luxury hotel is where Kate Middleton stayed before her wedding to Prince William and is the oldest privately owned luxury hotel ric Royal Pal isto ace in London. Just a stone’s throw from H s © Buckingham Palace, you’ll be sure to sleep

like royalty.  is the independent charity that looks after the , , Banqueting House, Kensington Palace, and . We hope you will also enjoy our Walk in Clogau is delighted to work in association with Historic Royal Palaces to create fine and beautiful the footsteps of Royalty feature (p38-45). jewellery, including this majestic Kensington collection, inspired by Kensington Palace gates (pictured right) and containing rare Welsh gold – the Gold of Royalty for over 100 years.

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