The Chapel, constructed by Thomas Ripley to the designs of Sir Christopher The Painted Hall is often described as the ‘finest dining hall in Europe’ The Painted Hall sits within the King William Court. Wren submitted designs in 1698 and the roof and dome were in place five years later. When in 1708 James Thornhill began decorating the interior, he was instructed to include many references to the importance of the navy in Britain’s fortunes.

Painted Hall | Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich

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The Chapel, constructed by Thomas Ripley to the designs of Sir Christopher The Painted Hall is often described as the ‘finest dining hall in Europe’ The Painted Hall sits within the King William Court. Wren submitted designs in 1698 and the roof and dome were in place five years later. When in 1708 James Thornhill began decorating the interior, he was instructed to include many references to the importance of the navy in Britain’s fortunes.

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