The story beneath the Palace: book launch of the first complete history of Fulham Palace

The first complete history of Fulham Palace now in print.

Join community archaeologist & author Alexis Haslam for the launch of This land of 50 hides: The archaeology and history of the Fulham Palace site, from prehistory to the present and discover the story beneath Fulham Palace through its first complete history.

Explore the archaeology, discoveries and hidden stories behind one of London’s most historic sites. From excavation to publication, Alexis will share the journey of researching and writing this landmark monograph, uncovering thousands of years of history beneath the Palace grounds.

This lecture will reveal remarkable finds from the site and trace Fulham Palace’s story from prehistoric activity on the Thames foreshore and Roman settlement, through the Saxon and medieval periods, to its development as the historic home of the Bishops of London. This talk will also explore the Palace’s botanical history, including its role as London’s second oldest botanic garden.

Following the lecture, there will be an opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A session with Alexis.

Ticket options

Lecture ticket (£5.00)

Perfect for visitors who want to discover the fascinating archaeology, hidden stories and history behind Fulham Palace through Alexis Haslam’s lecture and live Q&A.

Lecture & book ticket (£20.00)

Includes entry to the lecture and Q&A session, plus a signed copy of This land of 50 hides at 50% off the retail price to collect on the day. A great option for history lovers wanting to take home the first complete history of Fulham Palace.

Whether you’re interested in archaeology, local history or the hidden stories beneath the Palace, this exciting book launch event offers a unique opportunity to discover the long and layered history of Fulham Palace.

About the author

Alexis Haslam joined Fulham Palace Trust in 2017 and has worked in archaeology for more than 20 years. Holding a BA in History and membership with the Institute for Archaeologists, Alexis has directed and published numerous excavations throughout his career.

Since joining Fulham Palace, Alexis has led archaeological investigations across the site while researching and writing the Palace’s first complete history, This land of 50 hides: The archaeology and history of the Fulham Palace site, from prehistory to the present.