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Members-Only Early Gardens Access

Hampton Court Palace

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When

08 June 2025

09:00 - 10:00

Ticketing information

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Members go free; pre-booking required. 

This is a members-only event for named Historic Royal Palaces members only. All attendees must hold a valid membership at the time of the event.

Tickets are limited and subject to availability. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.


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  • An event exclusively for Historic Royal Palaces members.
  • Early access to the Rose GardenKitchen GardenThe Wilderness, Privy Garden and Great Fountain Garden one hour before opening.*
  • 50% discount in the Tiltyard café between 09.00 and 10.00 only. The usual 10% member discount will resume from 10.00 onwards

Enjoy this special members-only opportunity to experience the tranquility and beauty of our historic gardens, one hour before we open to the public.

These beautiful spaces are perfect for a peaceful morning walk, to get your day off to the best start. Take a quiet morning stroll through the Rose Garden, Kitchen Garden, The Wilderness, Privy Garden and Great Fountain Garden.* 

Stop in at the Tiltyard café to enjoy a coffee and tasty breakfast snack, with a special 50% discount for members before 10.00.

Further information

Members enjoy early access from 09.00, including access to the palace car park (normal charges apply). 

This is a members-only event for named Historic Royal Palaces members. As our Ticket Office will not be open until 10.00, it’s essential that all members bring a valid membership card (or confirmation email for brand new members) and a pre-booked ticket to enjoy free, early entry.

*Please note, the Magic Garden, the Maze and other areas of the gardens will be accessible from 10.00.

The Rose Garden looking south-east, showing models posing as a couple enjoying a day out at Hampton Court Palace.
View of Hampton Court Palace East front from the Great Fountain garden with water fountain and Yew Trees.
Aerial view of Privy Garden.

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