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Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre

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

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

Henry VIII's famous palace will be transformed into a food lover’s winter wonderland at this year’s Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre. By popular demand, this favourite festive event is back for two glittering weekends. There is no better way to kick off a festive season to remember!

Don't miss an unforgettable festive day out with your loved ones. Eat, shop and be merry at this spectacular palace. Visit on Friday 06 December or Friday 13 December and save on entry.

When

06-08 and 13-15 December 2024

10:00-17:00 (The palace closes at 16:30)

Ticketing information

Members go free, pre-booking required. VIP upgrade available.


Included in palace admission (Members go free)

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General image of festivities at Festive Fayre, Hampton Court Palace in December 2019. Food and drink stalls, arts and crafts and members of the general public enjoying festive cheer.
Visitors enjoying mulled wine at the Festive Fayre.
Two performers singing in band stand in Great Fountain Garden (with the East Front in the background) at the Festive Fayre.

Artisan shopping

With a dazzling market featuring over 100 independent artisan producers, you’ll be sure to find the perfect Christmas gift for even the trickiest loved one.

What better setting for some leisurely shopping with friends and family than Henry VIII’s famous palace? You can even explore the exquisite palace decked in its Christmas finest.

Two women dressed in coats and hats shop at a festive stall.
A woman in a black coat, hat and sunglasses takes a bowl of street food from a vendor

Delicious Food and drink

With everything from Christmas pudding to sausages, and brownies to churros, our hand-picked artisan producers and companies are guaranteed to delight even the most committed foodie. Sample street food or take a treat home to delight your family and friends. 

Don’t forget to pick up a mulled wine and mince pie, the perfect partners for relaxing to your favourite Christmas tunes. 

 

Four hands clink together glasses of champagne in the VIP room.

Upgrade to a VIP package

Treat yourself and loved ones to a touch of extra sparkle on the day with an exclusive VIP package.

Benefits:

  • Access to an exclusive VIP lounge
  • Complimentary goody bag
  • Tea, coffee and soft drinks
  • Complimentary breakfast parties
  • Complimentary beer, wines and prosecco from 12:00 to 17:00.

A Festive Fayre ticket or Historic Royal Palaces membership is required in addition to the VIP upgrade.  

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Skate in style

Embrace the festive season with a visit to our ice rink, 22 November - 05 January. Glide gracefully around as you admire the Tudor palace.

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A family skating photo taken at the ice rink at Hampton Court Palace. The stunning historical backdrop creates a unique festive experience for everyone.

Bite size carols

Make your day even more festive by joining the Hampton Court Palace choristers for bite-sized, family-friendly Christmas services in the famous Chapel Royal. Only on Saturday 07 December, come and sing your favourite carols at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00.

Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre marketing video 2024

We went on the Shire Horses, ate incredible food and drinks, and the kids sat and had pizza and hot chocolate – it was a truly magical day.

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Transport yourself back to the heyday of Tudor feasting and entertainment in Henry VIII's Kitchens at Hampton Court Palace.

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