Hampton Court Palace opens its doors

Hampton Court Palace has not just been home to English and British Royalty over the centuries. George II was the last monarch to have his court in the palace in 1737 and subsequently it was sub-divided into varying sized accommodations. Called 'Grace and Favour' residences, these were apartments and houses granted through the 'grace and favour' of the sovereign. Under the palace roof, a fascinating mix of personalities lived and worked. Now one of the apartments is open to the public and houses an exhibition, 'Suffragettes, Soldiers and Servants: Behind the Scenes of the Hampton Court Palace Community 1750-1950'. Judi Herman went to Hampton Court to meet its curator, Sarah Parker.