Inside The State Rooms Of Windsor Castle With Dan Snow

'Inside The State Rooms Of Windsor Castle With Dan Snow'

Windsor Castle has a legendary connection to the British monarchy: the longest-serving royal palace in the whole of Europe.

Ever since the days of William the Conqueror, the castle has dominated this strategic point on the banks of the River Thames, overlooking west London. Over the next millennium kings and queens would invest lavish amounts in its development.

As a result, today it is one of the most magnificent sites in the British Isles. In this video, curator Kate Heard provides Dan Snow with an exclusive tour of the castle's beautiful state rooms and interior.

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[paddybrennan]

I worked at Windsor in 1970 my father was a stonemason
We worked most of the summer there replacing gargoyles and damaged stonework on the prince of wales tower
Being in a restricted area of the castle I got to see the everyday going’s on of the royal family and on one rainy day as I was getting stone reddy for the hoist the queen came walking with her corgi’s and asked how old I was
I traveled all over the roof’s of Windsor
There are lots of great stonework hidden up there
Anyway just thought I would mention it
As I was watching this it brought back memories

[kimberlypatton]

I am 63 and have had the honor of visiting some wonderful & historical places in the world… but I have never had the chance of visiting the multitudes of rich historical places in the UK. These great videos are, in many ways, the closest many if us may ever get -and they are even more intimate ! Thanks Dan & Kate! I am MAD for the history of all peoples and places on this wonderful planet!

[knownothing]

Kate seemed so excited to show everything, it's a pure joy to watch all of this!

[johnshields]

I'm 63 from Boston and have always been fascinated with English history, the name Windsor conjure's up the mysteries and all the drama of castles and kings and queens, such nobility and class, here in America we have burger king, just doesn't match up.

[annfisher]

The phenomenal craftsmanship of these historical buildings is just astounding.

[Missouriman]

Dan snow the best history guy for casual history fans so much good information yet also entertaining and not condescending

[karolmiller]

Beautiful Castle and future home for William and Kate

[HighHolyOne]

Windsor Castle is somewhat legendary in my American family. My uncle Edward, born in 1906, was a guest there for about 6 months in the mid-1920's. He regaled my cousins and me when we were children with stories of the ghosts of Windsor Castle. I have a framed Christmas card to him from the Dean.

[AGMundy]

Much as George IV has been derided, he certainly was a great art connoisseur and had real artistic vision. Windsor Castle was much dilapidated when he became King and his renovations were its saviour, making the marvelous palace that it is today - and indeed the Queen's favourite residence. Kate, the curator is just the sort of enthusiastic and knowledgeable curator this building deserves.

[ericduffield]

My 1st visit Oct 2018, on a Tues right before Princess Eugenie's wedding. The castle is much more impressive and grand in person. No photo or video can do it justice. It is a "must see in person" place of historic significance. AND the people that work there are lovely! So helpful and want to answer your questions, plus give little details about the rooms and grounds. Well worth the trip.

[cornelia]

How fortunate the drawings and craftsmen were still available to do the restoration. It’s so gorgeous.

[mrs.g.]

I remember the 1992 fire. I'm so glad this gem was saved and restored!

[CS-rhce]

Wonderful video. The castle is like a portal through time and history. Humans don't make things like this anymore its quite sad but at the same time it makes me happy that we can still appreciate it to this day.

[tashamorriss]

I luv Dan - he is so down to earth, unpretentious and unstuffy; an excellent historical presenter

[laralarah]

One of the grandest and most spectacular residences in the world. This building to me reflects the great history of the British People. The only building I thought was in the league of Windsor was Versailles. However, Versailles has no soul because the monarchy is gone in France. Windsor is a living entity that has no comparison in the world. How blessed we are that through wars and fires Windsor still shines like a beacon.

[hlondon]

Magnificent is right. It is enormous with much to see. It has been beautifully maintained and is a true treasure. I especially love St. George's Chapel. It is breathtakingly beautiful.

[whatadollslife]

I could happily go in that Napoleonic themed room every day of my life, so beautiful

[vololudo]

I was at Windsor Castle about a week ago. My thoughts on it are interesting. It was amazing and grand. The art, architecture, and history were almost brutalizing to the senses. I don't say that as an insult. I was overwhelmed in an amazing and wonderful way. Felt the same at the British Museum.

[Bduh]

Thank you for posting this video. In the 1980s I was privileged to have visited Windsor Castle while on vacation and fell in love with it. It is still, to this day, my favorite place to visit wasn't it for the fact I now live far away. Also, thanks to the camera person for showing all the surroundings. I watched West Minster Abbey earlier and was a tat disappointed that the focus was more on the people's conversation than the splendor, the beauty, and the so many things to see there. I guess I have to return for a last visit since I'm in my 70s now and who knows how long I have left.

[rhondamartin]

Thank you for these amazing videos 🎉❤! Henry VIii was my 14th great uncle. Queen Elizabeth II was my 10th cousin, Robert the Bruce, my 14th Great Grandfather, etc. I'm very humbled and honored to be blood related to the royal family! The amazing history of love and war, alliances made good and bad for the greater good, putting duty before family, etc Thank you for sharing these splendid videos!!!! 🎉❤