Hampton Court Palace
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When
01 March, 27 June 2026
09:00 - 10:00Ticketing information
Tickets for 01 March will be available to book on 15 January at noon.
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.
Free (advance booking required)
- An event exclusively for Historic Royal Palaces members.
- Early access to the Rose Garden, Kitchen Garden, The 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, other areas of the gardens and the palace will be accessible from 10.00.
I had a lovely stroll enjoying the quiet peace of the gardens, listening to birdsong and looking at the wonderful colours. Blissful!
Historic Royal Palaces member
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