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Historic Royal Palaces

We are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world

Aerial view of a courtyard at Hampton Court Palace with the gardens in the background

Get Half Price tickets when you book in advance online at Hampton Court Palace

06 January - 07 February 2025

Enjoy half price entry when you book tickets online in advance of your visit until 07 February. Offer is not available at the ticket office.

  • Events

RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival

Join us for a fun-filled celebration in the stunning setting of Hampton Court Palace in summer 2025.

  • 01 - 06 July 2025 (RHS Members’ Days: 01 and 02 July)
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Separate ticket (palace admission not included)
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  • Events
  • Families

Relaxed Hour at the Tower

Relaxed Hour at the Tower is aimed at neurodivergent and learning disabled children and their families. Experience two hours free from crowds, including free entry to the Tower, Crown Jewels and access to relaxed and SEN programming.

  • Sunday 26 January 2025
  • 09:00 - 11:00
  • Tower of London
  • Free (advance booking required)
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  • Things to see

The Tudor World in the Wolsey Rooms

Discover the oldest rooms at Hampton Court Palace and meet the ordinary men and women who enabled the Tudor court to exist and flourish.

  • Open
  • In line with palace opening hours
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Gunpowder Plot

Travel back in time and experience history like never before in this thrilling immersive experience and step inside history's most daring conspiracy.

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Discover unique souvenirs inspired by our palaces.

Join as a member

Enjoy a range of member benefits including unlimited adventures at our magnificent palaces, access to an exciting events programme and discounts in our shops and restaurants. 

Browse history and stories

Thomas Cromwell's fateful match-making

Hear from our experts on our blog

Tracy Borman explores the real history behind Thomas Cromwell's downfall, which forms the dramatic conclusion to Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light.

Take a close look at Peter Paul Ruben's Masterpiece

Discover the stories depicted in the nine painted panels and secrets of the Banqueting House with Google Arts and Culture. Zoom in to see details of the paintings in incredible detail online.

Get involved

We are an independent charity and there are many ways you can support us.

Make a donation

A donation can make a difference in keeping the spirit of the palaces alive for the future, for everyone. 

Donate

Membership

Your support through membership gives the palaces a future, for everyone.

Become a member

Support us as a corporate partner

Enjoy unrivalled access to our incredible palaces by supporting us as a corporate partner.

Corporate partnerships

Become a custodian of British History

Sponsor a stone in the iconic White Tower at the Tower of London. Looking for that extra special gift? Give a friend or loved one something uniquely personal.