Enjoy a variety of wellness workshops, inspiring talks, shopping and food
Join us at the Feel Good Festival this spring to celebrate mind, body and soul within the serene gardens and grounds of Hampton Court Palace.
Through hands on workshops, guided practices, inspiring talks and drop-in clinics with leaders in their fields, we’ll ditch the dull and help you feel the best version of yourselves.
Discover bespoke, wellness products at the Artisan Market, along with a range of delicious food and drink from our street food stalls. With fun activities for the kids, there is lots to enjoy.
So, join us for a festival of fun, relaxation and togetherness that you won't want to miss!
When
16-18 May 2025
10:00 to 18:00Ticketing information
Under 5s go free. Members go free, pre-booking required via the member portal.
Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)
Buy Hampton Court Palace tickets Member ticketsWhat’s on over the weekend
We've got an exciting line up of activities for you to take part in, tickets now available, with more added weekly! Separate tickets for workshops are required, in addition to a Hampton Court Palace admission ticket.
Wellness Workshops
Discover our Wellness Workshops. Stop by the pop-up wellbeing clinic for a health screening, help elevate your body's healing process through reflexology, try your hand at meditation and journaling, and more.
Learn more and bookMake and Create Workshops
Take a break from your busy day with a Make and Create Workshop. Learn a new skill or create something of your own through a session with an expert.
Learn more and bookThe Joyfulness Stage
The panel discussions and talks on the Joyfulness Talks Stage kick off with The Joyfulness Hour daily joined with special guests, followed by heartfelt discussions, revealing experiences and topics on living colourfully, mindful habits to adopt and a wealth of take-home information to help.
TalksLearn about the healing properties of sea moss with Mecantu, By Becca has crystal artwork to inject some calm into your interiors, or select handheld crystals for serenity on the go from the Crystal Buddha. For some self-care, Nourishing Mama is an independent and natural and organic skincare company using plant-based ingredients. Enchanted Earth have created herbs and elixirs channelling the natural power of fungi.
Eating and drinking
As well as the workshops, talks and artisan market, street food vendors will be offering a range of healthy and hearty dishes to enjoy.
Discover Latin and Japanese fusion from Sugoi, sample traditional Uzbek cuisine at Sugoi or visit BEYroots for some Lebanese dishes such as spiced chicken, koftas, haloumi and falafel wraps.
Feel Good Festival 2025 will have a focus on making healthier choices, with No and Low alcohol options from our pop-up bars, as well as alternatives to support our wellness focus, alongside the usual alcoholic bar offering.
Pause Lounge
Take a break and relax at the Pause Lounge. Hosted by The London House of Wellbeing, our exciting new Pause Lounge gives you access to amazing health experts, one-to-one menopause advice and more. Pick up a goody bag packed with amazing product samples and special offers! *.
Drop in for an informal chat. Everyone is welcome at the Pause Lounge.
Email The London House of Wellbeing team for information on offers or if you have any queries.
*Available while stocks last.
Family fun
There is lots of fun for all the whole family on the East Gardens with shire horse rides and activities for the kids.
Bluey arts and crafts
For some quiet time, head to the arts and crafts tent, where there will be some Bluey Magazine artwork to entertain the little ones (Saturday and Sunday only).
Shire horse rides and shire horse petting
Take a carriage ride driven by our magnificent Shire Horses in the formal gardens at Hampton Court Palace (additional charge). There is also a unique opportunity to meet and greet one of our shire horses. Come and learn more about these wonderful animals, their history, and enjoy being in their presence. An unforgettable experience for all ages!
Magic Garden and the Maze
Start an adventure in the Magic Garden where you come face to face with mysterious mythical beasts, storm the battlements and besiege the towers in our magical children's playground. Or lose yourself in Hampton Court Palace Maze, the most famous in the world!
LEGO® creation station
Let your little ones go wild with their imagination and build their own inventions with LEGO sets and different themes at the Creation Station. On Saturday and Sunday, there will also be face painting.
Book nook
Take a break and visit our children's Book Nook. With books suitable for a range of reading levels, let your child find a book they enjoy. There are many benefits of reading, including vocabulary building, encouraging imagination, and helping to aid sleep - setting some time aside to read and spend quality time with your child can also help you build a stronger bond.
Mindful colouring
A great way to help improve concentration and reduce stress, help your child become present in the moment and complete a design they're proud of in our mindful colouring area.
Image: Shane Sings Swings performing.
Music at the Bandstand
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere and springtime vibes with some feel-good tunes from the Bandstand.
In 2025, the music lineup will feature the smooth sounds of Buble-style Shane Sings Swing, a silent disco to get you grooving and boost your endorphins, plus a Sunday set by DJ Dean. It’s shaping up to be the ideal soundtrack for a day filled with wellness, shopping and crafting fun.
Stay tuned for the 2025 programme - coming soon!
Shane is a highly respected jazz and swing singer, renowned for his versatility and talent as a performer. With a wealth of experience, he has performed acclaimed one-man shows in jazz clubs, theaters across the UK, and on cruise ships worldwide.
Widely regarded as one of the country’s top swing singers, Shane is in constant demand, working with top big bands and orchestras, including the renowned Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.
In 2008, Shane was invited by Universal Records to record Michael Bublé’s hit single 'Home' for the compilation album You Raise Me Up. The track was re-released in March 2009 as the title track on a double CD featuring artists like Katherine Jenkins, Hayley Westenra and Jamie Cullum.
Since its release, Shane's version of 'Home' has appeared on six top 10 albums worldwide. Shane has also graced the stages of some of London’s most prestigious jazz clubs, including Ronnie Scott's, Pizza Express, and 606 Club, performing both solo and with major ensembles like the Ronnie Scott’s Big Band, Syd Lawrence Orchestra and Peter Long Orchestra.
In addition to his performances, Shane released his debut single 'Brazil' which topped the iTunes Jazz Chart, surpassing legends like Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. He also released his debut big band album, featuring top UK jazz musicians and arrangements by Evan Jolly.
For booking inquiries, contact hello@ellevateentertainment.co.uk.
Dean is an accomplished DJ with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He is the go-to DJ for all National Football League (NFL) events in the UK, including major fan promotions like NFL on Regent Street, NFL KickOff Piccadilly in Central London, and the NFL Summer Bowl festival.
On game days, he can be found spinning tunes at the NFL Tailgate Party, entertaining 80,000+ fans at Wembley Stadium’s pre-match 'Fan Plaza' show. His corporate client roster includes high-profile names such as The BBC, IBM, Pepsi, CenterParcs, Lloyds of London, Rolls Royce, The Savoy Hotel, Eurosport and more.
Dean has also been selected by The BBC to DJ at their prestigious Worldwide Showcase at The Liverpool Echo Arena for the past three years, where he’s performed for global stars like Graham Norton, Backstreet Boys, and Tinie Tempah.
Dean also holds a Thursday night residency at One Under Lime, a popular venue in London’s Square Mile, and spins classic 70's disco at Poppies Fish & Chips in Soho.
For booking inquiries, contact hello@ellevateentertainment.co.uk.
Richmond Sing Space Musical theatre choir meets every Wednesday evening during term time at the Richmond and Putney Unitarian church in central Richmond. We love to sing songs from musicals and we sing at local festivals and fairs.
There are 40 sing space choirs nationally and last year we joined Gareth Malone on stages all over the country for his UK tour. The new term starts again at the end of April and we love to have new members.
You can find more information on their website.
VIP upgrade
Pamper yourself with a VIP upgrade at the Feel Good Festival and add a little extra shine to your day. It's the ideal way to treat yourself and your friends.
Our 2025 VIP Upgrade includes:
- Access to our exclusive VIP tent
- Complimentary shopping bag
- Complimentary Goody Bag Tea and coffee bar, soft drinks
- Complimentary breakfast pastries
- Complimentary bar 12:00 – 17:00 (beer, wines, Prosecco)
£50 per person
Please note, the VIP upgrade is purchased in addition to a general admission ticket or membership from Historic Royal Palaces.
Upgrade to VIPFrequently asked questions
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Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU. Directions
Plan your journey to Hampton Court Palace
We welcome all visitors to Hampton Court Palace and aim to make everyone's day out successful and enjoyable.
- Complimentary adult carer/companion tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of supporting documents (such as an Access Card, Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter).
- Accessible car parking on-site (10 bays)
- Trained Assistance dogs welcome
- Hampton Court Palace is an historic building has many uneven surfaces and staircases. Some areas of the palace have gravel pathing, cobbles and flagstone paths.We recommend that wheelchair users bring their own wheelchairs for comfort.
See our Access page for full accessibility information.
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