Enjoy a sparkling day out this festive season
Magical fun at the palace
Step into the Christmas spirit at Hampton Court Palace.
Enjoy delicious treats and artisan gifts in the palace gardens with the Festive Fayre, have fun skating at the Ice Rink, let imaginations run wild in the Magic Garden and get into the festive spirit with seasonal tunes in the palace.
What's on this Christmas
Celebrate the festive season during the Christmas and New Year period.
- Families
- Events
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Hampton Court Palace ice rink
Get your skates on and glide around this stunning outdoor ice rink this festive season.
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Dates:
20 November - 03 January 2027 (excluding Christmas Day)
- Times: First session 10:00, last session 20:00
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (palace admission not included)
- Events
- Christmas
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
Discover a winter wonderland with over 100 artisan producers at Henry VIII's palace.
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Dates:
04 - 06 and 11 - 13 December 2026
- Times: 10:00 - 17:00. Palace closes at 16:30 (except 11 December)
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)
- Families
- Things to see
The Magic Garden
Meet mysterious beasts, storm the battlements and discover the secret grotto in the Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace.
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Dates:
10:00 - 17:45. Last admission 17:00. (Splash pad is closed until further notice).
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Families
- Events
Shire horse rides
Enjoy a shire horse carriage ride through Hampton Court Palace's gardens.
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Dates:
Running both bank holiday weekends (02 May-04 May, 23 May-25 May) and one day only on 09 May. See more May dates below*
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Separate ticket
Gift Membership
Turn the past into your present with gift membership.
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Walk in the footsteps of kings and queens this winter at Hampton Court Palace (members go free).
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Shop Christmas
Make the festive season one to cherish and remember with our selection of wonderful history-inspired gifts, tree decorations and delicious food and drink.
From £1.00
Shop Christmas Decorations
Browse through our beautiful range of Christmas decorations, ornaments and baubles.
From £5.50
Shop Children's Toys
Delight in our fantastic range of children's toys, ensuring hours of fun and playtime.
From £4.00