Step into a room of breath-taking beauty and experience history at its visually stunning best. Decorated for King George IV in 1823, this ornate centrepiece of Brighton’s famous royal palace by the sea, will be revealed in the dazzling splendour of its … Continued
The Royal Pavilion was created for the Prince of Wales (later King George IV) in the early 19th century and is one of the most remarkable buildings in Europe. Of exceptional and national importance, the royal palace attracts more … Continued
Find inspiration for your home from the radiant Saloon in the Royal Pavilion which has been returned to the dazzling splendour of its original interior design. Decorated for King George IV in 1823, this ornate centrepiece of Brighton’s famous royal … Continued
The exquisite work on the restoration of the Saloon has been a labour of love for conservator Anne Sowden. Anne, who worked at the Royal Pavilion for 32 years applied by hand 12,000 platinum motifs on the walls of the … Continued
A series of chance discoveries helped historic textiles expert Annabel Westman uncover the original design for luxurious silks chosen by King George IV for his exotic dream palace. A lost piece of fabric, a long-forgotten photo and a timely … Continued
For immediate release Painstaking detective work led to the design of the luxurious vibrant circular carpet which transforms the floor of the Saloon. The carpet is one of the most lavish and complicated ever woven by Axminster Carpets, who hold … Continued
Press release 20 January 2015 Royal Pavilion & Museums, Brighton & Hove City Council BN1 1EE Exhibitions and events at the Royal Pavilion & Museums – February 2015 A selection of exhibitions and events for adults and families at the … Continued
A Victoria Cross awarded posthumously to a British Army Major killed in World War One has been found during a search at Brighton Museum Press release 14 January 2015 Major George Godfrey Massy Wheeler 7th (Hariana ) Lancers (1873 – 1915) … Continued
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