Woodstock Castle

Woodstock Castle is the private residence of the Royal Family of Wessex. The castle first became a property of the royal family when it was presented as a wedding gift to Queen Catherine.

The castle is considered the first private residence of the royal family.

The castle was the childhood home of Sir Henry Carnarvon, The 2nd Duke of Chelsea and Lord Richard Carnarvon

Taken away

The castle was given to Princess Mary Carnarvon of Wessex to set up her own household. The castle was her official residence for most of her teen years. Her household was placed in control of Lady _ Seymour, The Countess of Salem.

During Mary tenure at the castle, Mary made many changes to the castle, adding an additional wing to the castle to make more room for her growing family and household.