Words leave imprints in your mind like footprints in the sand...
Late 1800s, 1900s: The official companion to ITV’s hotly anticipated new drama, The Victoria Letters delves into the private writings of the young Queen Victoria, painting a vivid picture of the personal life of one of England’s greatest monarchs.
At only 18 years old, Victoria ascended the throne as a rebellious teenager and gradually grew to become one of the most memorable, unshakeable and powerful women in history. The extensive writings she left behind document this personal journey and show how she triumphed over scandal and corruption.
Written by internationally bestselling author, historian of 12 books and Victoria historical consultant, Helen Rappaport, and including a foreword by Daisy Goodwin – acclaimed novelist and screenwriter of the series – The Victoria Letters details the history behind the show. Revealing Victoria’s own thoughts about the love interests, family dramas and court scandals during her early reign, it also delves into the running of the royal household, the upstairs-downstairs relationships, and what it was like to live in Victorian England.
Of course Buckingham Palace was the home of the Queen and Prince Albert. Opulent surroundings and where Albert falls into a frozen lake in one episode
There are also many statues and places of interest concerning Victoria. There is a memorial statue outside the palace and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Just outside London in Richmond, the lovely Ham House was a location for filming the TV show.
There are many gorgeous places in Scotland but Queen Victoria was most taken with The Cairngorms and Glen Affric “It was amidst landscapes like these where Victoria had something of an epiphany.”
This castle also stars in the film. Set in the lush green landscape of Aberdeenshire, this was the home bought for Victoria by her husband Prince Albert. It is still a favourite of the Queen today who holidays here and spends time in nature. There is a cottage in the grounds, called Karim Cottage which was specifically built for Abdul, her friend and confidant. Now it can be rented out as it’s a self-catering property!
Destination: London, The Cairngorms Author/Guide: Helen Rappaport Departure Time: 1900s
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