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Hampton Court Palace ice rink

Get your skates on and glide around this stunning outdoor ice rink this festive season.

  • Until 04 January 2026 (excluding Christmas Day)

  • 10:00-20:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Separate ticket (palace admission not included)
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Christmas Festivities

Join our Christmas Festivities at Hampton Court Palace. Discover Tudor Christmas cookery, interesting themed-talks and hear festive music as you explore Henry VIII's former home.

  • 05-07 December, 12-14 December, 20 December until 04 January 2026 (Excluding 24-26 December).

  • 10:00 to 16:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre

Discover a winter wonderland with over 100 artisan producers at Henry VIII's palace.

  • 12-14 December 2025

  • 10:00-17:00 (The palace closes at 16:00)
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)
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February Half Term

Join a royal quest this half term with Elizabeth I at Hampton Court Palace.

  • 14 – 22 February 2026  

  • 10:00-16:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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The Tudor World in the Wolsey Rooms

Discover the oldest rooms at Hampton Court Palace and meet the ordinary men and women who enabled the Tudor court to exist and flourish.

  • Open

  • In line with palace opening hours
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  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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The Indian Army at the Palace

Explore the forgotten story of Indian Army soldiers who camped at Hampton Court Palace in the early 20th century, through a new exhibition of previously unseen objects, photographs, film and personal stories.

  • Until 01 February 2026 (closes on 01 February)

  • In line with palace opening hours
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  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Self-Led Audio Described Tour

Experience the stories of Henry VIII's home and see history where it happened with a self-led Hampton Court Palace audio described tour.

  • Daily
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  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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  • For members
  • Christmas

Members-only carol service at the Chapel Royal

Join us in the Chapel Royal at Hampton Court Palace this Christmastide to experience the majesty of the Chapel Royal Choir as they deliver a service of Christmas carols and lessons.

  • 08, 11 and 15 December 2025

  • Doors open at 19:00 for a 19:30 start
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  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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  • For members
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Members-only Early Gardens Access

Enjoy this members-only opportunity to experience the tranquility and beauty of the historic gardens at Hampton Court Palace, one hour before we open to the public; and enjoy 50% off in the Tiltyard café.

  • 01 March, 27 June 2026

  • 09:00 - 10:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Free (advance booking required)
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