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General · 14 September 2026

Buckingham Palace restoration reveals everyday objects including 1949 card game ticket

Buckingham Palace restoration reveals everyday objects including 1949 card game ticket

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Everyday objects like old betting slips and a 1949 card game ticket were found during ongoing work at Buckingham Palace. These items, hidden for decades, offer a rare look into the lives of people who worked and lived there. The palace is undergoing a £370 million reservicing project, set to finish next year, to update its infrastructure.

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