Committed to access for all
We welcome all visitors to Banqueting House and aim to make everyone's day out successful and enjoyable.
Free carer tickets
An accompanying carer is admitted free of charge. Tickets can be reserved online in advance or on arrival.
Guide dogs
Trained assistance dogs are welcome inside Banqueting House. This includes medical alert dogs. We are happy to provide water on request.
Visitors with limited mobility
Main Hall
There is lift access to the Main Hall.
The Undercroft
A ramp down to the Undercroft is available for wheelchair users.
Accessible toilet
An accessible toilet with baby changing facilities is available via a step-free route in the Undercroft on the Ground Floor. Please be aware the toilet is accessed down a short ramp with a handrail.
Deaf or hard of hearing visitors
Find out more about our schedule of deaf-led guided tours.
British Sign Language interpreters will be available for certain guided tours.
Blind or partially sighted visitors
Braille guides of Banqueting House are currently unavailable.
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- Events
- Access
Relaxed Events, Young People and Adults
Aimed at neurodivergent and learning disabled young people and adults, experience two hours free from crowds, including entry to the Banqueting House with access to relaxed and SEN programming.
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Dates:
Sunday 11 July
- Times: 10:00 - 12:00
- Location: Banqueting House
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Events
Classical DJ
Presenter Georgia Mann (BBC Radio 3) and sound engineer Rob Winter bring their project Classical DJ to the Banqueting House, creating a rich soundtrack inspired by the drama of the Stuart court and the palace’s extraordinary past.
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Dates:
Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August
- Times: DJ sets 11:30 - 12:30 and 14:00 - 15:00. Entry from one hour before
- Location: Banqueting House
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- For members
- Events
Members-Only Days at Banqueting House
Explore the Banqueting House, Whitehall on this exclusive members-only day after its temporary closure. Learn all about this iconic building and its rich history.
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Dates:
27 June, 27 September 2026
- Times: 10:00 - 16:00 (last entry at 15:00)
- Location: Banqueting House
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Browse more history and stories
The execution of Charles I
Killing of a 'treasonous' King
James I and Anne of Denmark
Generous, scholarly James and his cultured wife
The story of Banqueting House
Four hundred years of history and the site of a royal execution
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Charles I Dated Decoration
This exclusive decoration has been created to commemorate the reign of Charles I who ascended the throne 400 years ago.
£50.00
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Discover our wonderful collection of gifts and souvenirs inspired by Banqueting House.
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