Kew Palace
Kew Palace is a British royal palace within the grounds of Kew Gardens on the banks of the River Thames. Originally a large complex, few elements of it survive. Dating to 1631 but built atop the undercroft of an earlier building, the main survivor is known as the Dutch House. Its royal occupation lasted from around 1728 until 1818, with a final short-lived occupation in 1844. The Dutch House is Grade I listed, and open to visitors. It is cared for by an independent charity, Historic Royal Palaces, which receives no funding from the government or the Crown. Alongside the Dutch House is a part of its 18th-century service wing, whilst nearby are a former housekeeper's cottage, brewhouse and kitchen block – most of these buildings are private, though the kitchens are open to the public. These kitchens, the Great Pagoda and Queen Charlotte's Cottage are also run by Historic Royal Palaces.
| Kew Palace | |
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The Dutch House, one of the few surviving parts of the Kew Palace complex | |
| Type | Palace |
| Location | Kew Gardens |
| Coordinates | 51°29′02″N 00°17′42″W |
| OS grid reference | TQ 18482 77474 |
| Area | London Borough of Richmond upon Thames |
| Built | 1631 |
| Architectural style(s) | Artisan Mannerist |
| Governing body | Historic Royal Palaces |
Listed Building – Grade I | |
| Official name | Kew Palace |
| Designated | 10 January 1950 |
| Reference no. | 1263073 |
Location of Kew Palace in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames | |