White Lodge, Ballet school in Richmond Park, England
White Lodge stands as a Georgian structure with symmetrical wings and classical proportions, following the Palladian architectural style within Richmond Park grounds.
Built in 1730 for King George II by architect Roger Morris, White Lodge first served as a hunting lodge before transforming into educational facilities.
The Royal Ballet School established its residence at White Lodge in 1955, training students in classical dance within this Grade I listed building.
Students receive comprehensive ballet education while residing at White Lodge, which contains specialized dance studios, academic classrooms, and residential facilities.
Edward VIII entered the world at White Lodge in 1894, marking this educational institution as the birthplace of a British monarch.
Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
Architects: Roger Morris
Architectural style: Palladian architecture
GPS coordinates: 51.44520,-0.26480
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:40
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