Historic Royal Palaces

Main site of the historic royal palaces including the Tower of London, Hampton Court and Kensington Palace. Explore the story of how monarchs and people have shaped society in some of the greatest palaces ever built.

The link address is: http://www.hrp.org.uk/

Tower of London

Tower of London website, created in association with the Yeoman Warders of the Tower. Includes history, information on the Beefeaters, traditions, the ravens, prisoners and the Crown Jewels. There's also a virtual tour.

The link address is: http://www.camelotintl.com/tower_site/

Victorian Ravens?

"Guardian" article about how the Tower's raven story may be Victorian in origin.

The link address is: http://www.guardian.co.uk/monarchy/story/0,2763,1351402,00.html

Execution of Anne Boleyn

Letter from Sir W Kingston, Constable of the Tower, about Anne Boleyn's execution.

The link address is: http://tudorhistory.org/primary/abexecution.html

Execution of Lady Jane Grey

Detailed account of Lady Jane Grey's execution at the Tower of London.

The link address is: http://britannia.com/history/ladyjane/executon.html