At Hampton Court Palace
The Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt is making a triumphant return by popular demand to Hampton Court Palace this Easter.
Embark on a captivating adventure as you explore the iconic gardens and discover the remarkable individuals who left their mark on Henry VIII's home.
Explore the beautiful gardens
Roam through lush gardens, keeping your eyes peeled for elusive Lindt GOLD BUNNY statues peeking out from colourful daffodils or early buds from the Tulip Festival. Follow the trail and match the names of influential characters to the distinctive red ribbons adorning every adorable Lindt GOLD BUNNY statue.
Think you’ve found all the Lindt GOLD BUNNY statues? Your quest will be rewarded with a delicious Lindt GOLD BUNNY 10g chocolate* treat!
*Non-chocolate alternatives available on request.
When
29 March - 21 April 2025
Open in line with palace hoursTicketing information
Included in palace admission. (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
Buy Hampton Court Palace ticketsPlease allow 90 minutes to complete the trail. The hunt is designed for children aged 3-12 years old and their families.
Continue the fun
After all that exploring, rest your legs in one of our delicious cafés and refuel with a drink, cake or nutritious lunch. On 05 - 21 April, see characters from Hampton Court Palace’s illustrious past come to life across the palace and 60-acre gardens. Who will you meet?
Pre-book your tickets now for an unmissable spring day out. Visit early to kick start the Easter season in an unforgettable way.
Palace Pioneers
05 - 21 April
Meet our Palace Pioneers as they share stories of their adventures from around the world. All while they are secretly trying to complete the Easter hunt for themselves!
The Hunt Begins
Base Court - 11:00 & 14:00
Meet our Palace Pioneers as they try to follow the rules set out by Lady Georgiana Grey. Will they succeed?
In inclement weather this performance will take place upstairs in the Great Hall, Henry VIII’s Apartments.
Pioneer School
East Front Gardens - 11:45 & 14:45
Join our pioneering experts as they share some of the skills they have learnt on their adventures around the world.
In inclement weather this performance will take place upstairs in the Queen’s Guard Chamber, Georgian Story.
Catch That Bunny!
Clock Court - 12:15 & 15:15
Find out what our Palace Pioneers have been up to. Have they been causing mischief at the palace?
In inclement weather this performance will take place upstairs in the Great Hall, Henry VIII’s Apartments.
Access information
- For assistance with the lift to the first floor, please ask our Palace Hosts and they will be happy to help.
- Visitors will meet and interact with actors in costumes playing different characters from the past.
Become a member
With Easter starting a season of unmissable family events, now is the perfect time to become a member of Historic Royal Palaces. Join now for a full year of family adventures, from a spooktacular Halloween to unbeatable play time in the Magic Garden.
Over in Northern Ireland 12 – 27 April? Join the Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, and let the kids run free in 100 acres of royal gardens.
We loved the experience so much that it will be difficult to do anything else next year.
Julia - Historic Royal Palaces member
Explore what's on
- 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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Open (Closed 22, 28 and 29 April)
- Daily 10:00 - 18:00
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Families
- Events
The Big Bahooey
A day of serious nonsense for all the family this May half term bank holiday weekend.
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24 - 26 May 2025
- Open in line with palace hours.
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)
- Families
- Events
Henry VIII's Joust
Experience the thrill of the Tudor joust as the country's greatest knights battling it out at Hampton Court Palace.
- 12-13 and 19-20 July 2025
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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