Queen Elizabeth's court

Queen Elizabeth’s court was the central center of her royal authority, comprising her advisors, nobles, officials, and courtiers who supported her governance, diplomacy, and ceremonial duties. It functioned as a hub for political counsel, displays of power, and social gatherings, helping maintain her influence and prestige. The court was where decisions were discussed, foreign ambassadors were received, and arrangements for events like festivals or state affairs were made. Essentially, it was both a physical space and a network that facilitated the administration of her kingdom and reinforced her status as monarch.