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Holyroodhouse
On duty at Holyroodhouse are members of the Royal Company of Archers. This
special ceremonial body has served as the Sovereign's Body Guard in Scotland
since a visit to Edinburgh by George IV in 1822. Along with guests, the
Royal Company await the arrival of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh.
Photo: Buckingham Palace Press Office

Holyroodhouse

In Edinburgh the eventful, and sometimes bloody, history of the Palace of Holyroodhouse will be laid bare. Originally an Augustinian abbey, Holyroodhouse was taken over by the Stuart dynasty, who moved from the cold and cramped Edinburgh Castle at the other end of the Royal Mile.

Photographer and writer, Peter Urwin will be on hand at Holyrood to record everything that goes on. His mission is to bring you all the things you won't see on TV – reports, photos and interviews from behind the scenes. Keep checking in to find out the latest news and updates.



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