Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Step inside Kew Gardens and uncover the lost palace of King George III! What secrets lie beneath the lawns where royalty once walked? Join Time Team’s search for the White House Palace.
In this captivating archaeological adventure, Time Team investigates the hidden remains of George III’s favorite royal residence, the legendary White House Palace at Kew Gardens. Once the center of royal life and the site of both regal grandeur and personal turmoil, the palace has been lost for over two centuries. Using a combination of historical maps, geophysics, and old architectural plans, the team races against time to locate the vanished building, unravel its construction, and reveal what daily life was like for the so-called "Mad King" and his family.
Watch as the team faces conflicting evidence, unexpected discoveries, and debates about the palace’s true location. Marvel at finds like a Georgian wine glass stem, centuries-old coins, and glimpses into royal kitchens and secret tunnels. Along the way, explore the history of Kew’s surviving Dutch House, the royal menagerie, and learn about the transformation from a Tudor mansion to a grand Georgian palace. Whether you’re fascinated by British history, royal mysteries, or the thrill of archaeological discovery, this episode delivers a treasure trove of insights into a forgotten chapter of the monarchy.
#Archaeology #KewGardens #TimeTeam #GeorgeIII #LostPalace #BritishHistory #RoyalFamily #HistoricHomes
Step inside Kew Gardens and uncover the lost palace of King George III! What secrets lie beneath the lawns where royalty once walked? Join Time Team’s search for the White House Palace.
In this captivating archaeological adventure, Time Team investigates the hidden remains of George III’s favorite royal residence, the legendary White House Palace at Kew Gardens. Once the center of royal life and the site of both regal grandeur and personal turmoil, the palace has been lost for over two centuries. Using a combination of historical maps, geophysics, and old architectural plans, the team races against time to locate the vanished building, unravel its construction, and reveal what daily life was like for the so-called "Mad King" and his family.
Watch as the team faces conflicting evidence, unexpected discoveries, and debates about the palace’s true location. Marvel at finds like a Georgian wine glass stem, centuries-old coins, and glimpses into royal kitchens and secret tunnels. Along the way, explore the history of Kew’s surviving Dutch House, the royal menagerie, and learn about the transformation from a Tudor mansion to a grand Georgian palace. Whether you’re fascinated by British history, royal mysteries, or the thrill of archaeological discovery, this episode delivers a treasure trove of insights into a forgotten chapter of the monarchy.
#Archaeology #KewGardens #TimeTeam #GeorgeIII #LostPalace #BritishHistory #RoyalFamily #HistoricHomes
