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The monarch’s royal residence in London counts some 775 rooms, but few will get to enjoy the Queen’s lavish surprise rooms, which are reserved for special guests. The Queen leaves Buckingham Palace to move to her summer residence in Scotland during the hottest months of the years.
During this period, royal fans and curious holidaymakers can get a sneak peek of some parts of the majestic residence, including the White Drawing Room and the lavish gardens.
But never do they get a glimpse into the 94-year-old’s lavish cinema, indoor swimming pool and post office.
Buckingham Palace boasts a full-size swimming pool, which is used be staff and Royal Family members.Prince William and Kate have taken a dip with eldest son Prince George for some private swimming lessons and would have probably done the same for Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
Meanwhile, the Queen has her very own sprawling cinema.But it is believed to be used by staff rather than the royals themselves.
BBC’s Emily Maitlis previously told how she saw the staff cinema being set up in the Palace’s south drawing room.
Reflecting on the moment she interviewed Prince Andrew at the palace, she said: “The floor is being transformed by palace workmen.
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There is also a private chapel at Buckingham Palace which was created by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1844.
It was designed by John Nash as a conservatory and the light blue and gold decorative scheme was introduced under Prince Albert’s direction.
However in September 1940 the chapel was destroyed in a German bombing raid and later relocated to the south-eastern part of the palace.
The Queen also has her very own doctor’s surgery which is run by her GP, Dr Timothy Evans.
Household staff are offered NHS healthcare, while the royals usually prefer to go private.
And staff can also use the Queen’s private Court Post Office, which is run by Royal Mail for all their deliveries.While the Royal Family have private access to a ATM which is located in the Palace basement, according to the former Coutts bank head Gordon Pell.
