Kensington Palace, London Size:L: 90 x 60cm View of the yard at

View of the yard at the Spread Eagle Inn

Naomi Dunning - stage manager

Tombs of Eustace de Fauconberg

View of shop front with figures on Aldersgate Street

Kensington Palace, London Size:L: 90 x 60cm View of the yard atKensington Palace, London, 1730. Originally built in the 17th century as the residence of the Earl of Nottingham, Kensington Palace was acquired by King William III in 1689. The King desired a residence close to London but away from its smoky air which aggravated his asthma. At the time Kensington was a village outside the capital and fitted the bill perfectly. The palace was improved and extended by Sir Christopher Wren and a carriage road was built