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When
27 June, 27 September 2026
10:00 - 16:00 (last entry at 15:00)Ticketing information
Tickets for 27 June are booking now.
Tickets for 27 September will be available to book on 29 July at noon.
Members go free. Separate ticket and advance booking required.
Admission for named Historic Royal Palaces members only. All attendees must hold a valid membership at the time of the event.
The Main Hall and Undercroft will be open.
Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Book tickets online- General admission exclusively for Historic Royal Palaces members.
- Reopening of Banqueting House to the public after substantial works.
- Admire the epic Rubens' ceiling and discover the site of Charles I’s execution.
Following a period of extended closure for vital conservation work, we’re pleased to reopen our doors on select days before we open with a new visitor experience in summer 2026.
Marvel at the Rubens' ceiling from below and discover this revolutionary building on this exclusive members-only day. Experts will be on hand to answer your questions and share fascinating facts about the Banqueting House's colourful and turbulent history.
What happened to Henry VIII’s great Whitehall Palace? What did the early Stuart kings do here, at the last remaining part of the palace - the Banqueting House? While it was intended for play and masques, this building is more famous as the place of execution of King Charles I.
Banqueting House is accessible. Please see our accessibility page for further information. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact members@hrp.org.uk.
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Open Days
Experience four centuries of art, architecture and history on an Open Day at Banqueting House.
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Dates:
26 June
- Times: 10:00-16:00. Last admission 15:00.
- Location: Banqueting House
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- For members
- Tours and talks
- Events
Members-Only Evening: History of Cheese in Henry VIII’s Kitchens
Step into Henry VIII’s famous Kitchens and discover the fascinating history of cheese at the palace paired with delicious samples of cheeses from independent local store Green & Lovely.
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Dates:
15 July and 16 September 2026
- Times: 18:30 - 19:30
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- For members
- Events
- Families
Members-Only Bring Your Own Picnic Evening
Relax in the Wilderness and East Front Gardens after-hours on this members-only picnic evening. Bring your own picnic, blanket, chairs and games and enjoy the gardens without the crowds.
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Dates:
31 July and 14 August 2026
- Times: 18:00 - 20:30
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)