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Royal School of Needlework

The International Centre of Excellence for the Art of Hand Embroidery

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Selected events all year round

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Tickets to all events can be booked on the Royal School of Needlework website.


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The Royal School of Needlework (RSN) is the international centre of excellence for the art of hand embroidery. 

The RSN was founded in 1872 and has been based at Hampton Court Palace for the last 37 years, teaching hand embroidery in its Studios and opening its Embroidery Studio doors to the public for exhibitions. The RSN Shop offers a huge range of embroidery kits, gifts and equipment and is located beside the East Front Garden Gates.

Although not usually accessible to visitors, the RSN is integral to the Palace and therefore opens its doors for special events throughout the year. 

The RSN's exhibitions will open your eyes to the stunning world of hand embroidery, displaying pieces from its historical archive and collection through to contemporary work created by its current students and graduates.

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Royal School of Needlework map

How to get to Hampton Court Palace and the Royal School of Needlework studio. Visitors need to be on a pre-booked tour to gain access.

Logo for Royal School of Needlework - white writing on purple background with Royal crest.

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