We are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
06-08 and 13-15 December 2024
Discover a winter wonderland with over 100 artisan producers at Henry VIII's palace.
- Events
- Christmas
Christmas at the Tower
Celebrate Christmas at the Tower of London with specially created displays that show how kings and queens of the past experienced the festive season.
- 29 November 2024 - 05 January 2025 (excluding 24-26 December & 01 January)
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Families
- Events
- Christmas
Hampton Court Palace ice rink
Get your skates on and glide around this stunning outdoor ice rink this festive season.
- Daily until 05 January 2025 (excluding Christmas Day)
- 09:30-20:00
- Hampton Court Palace
- Separate ticket (palace admission not included)
- Families
- Events
- Christmas
Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
Explore the gardens this Christmas transformed with beautiful decorations inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas.
- Until 05 January 2025
- In line with gardens opening hours.
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
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 beautiful Christmas gifts and home decor inspired by our palaces.
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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
The story of Henry VIII’s 'most faithful servant'
Wolf Hall transformed Thomas Cromwell into a loyal, humorous and streetwise hero. In real life, he enjoyed a spectacular rise from the son of a Putney blacksmith to the chief minister of Henry VIII.
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.
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We are an independent charity and there are many ways you can support us.
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