Castle and gardens tickets
Pre-book your ticket and time slot online before you visit or purchase tickets on the day at our ticket office. Gardens only tickets are also available.
Castle and gardens tickets from 15 March to 27 September
✓ Entry to the stunning royal Castle State Rooms
✓ All-day entry to 100 acres of world-famous historic gardens
✓ Free car parking, castle shop, café, wi-fi and onsite visitor facilities.
Castle and gardens tickets from 15 March to 27 September
- Entry to the stunning royal Castle State Rooms
- All-day entry to 100 acres of world-famous historic gardens
- Free car parking, castle shop, café, wi-fi and onsite visitor facilities
| Castle and Gardens tickets | No donation | With donation |
|---|---|---|
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Free |
Free |
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Adult age 18-64 |
£21.50 |
£23.70 |
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Child Children under 5 go free. No ticket required. Children aged 5-15 must be accompanied by an adult. |
£11.00 |
£12.10 |
|
Younger Person 16-17 Years |
£11.00 |
£12.10 |
|
Senior age 65+ |
£17.50 |
£19.30 |
|
Full time student 18+ Students need to show a valid student identification card. |
£17.50 |
£19.30 |
|
Disabled concession |
£17.50 |
£19.30 |
|
See conditions of use. |
£0 |
£0 |
|
For those in receipt of Universal Credit and other named benefits |
£1.00 |
N/A |
Historic Royal Palaces members do not need to pre-book for free entry to either the Gardens or the Castle. To visit the Castle for free during opening hours, please go to the Admissions desk to pick up your ticket.
Your donation helps
Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that cares for Hampton Court Palace. We ask for an optional 10% donation towards our charitable work when you buy your ticket. You can make your donation go further by ticking the Gift Aid box when completing your purchase. Historic Royal Palaces will be able to claim an extra 25% of the value of your ticket at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting us.
Gardens only tickets
✓ Entry to 100 acres of world-famous gardens, including the Imaginary Menagerie play trail and 18th-century Walled Garden.
✓ Free car parking, castle shop, cafe, wifi and onsite visitor facilities.
Gardens only from 01 March to 26 June
✓ Standard Garden ticket price valid from 01 March to 26 June, except during 28 March to 12 April.
Gardens only from 27 June to 27 September
✓ Summer family offer from 27 June to 31 August
✓ Standard Garden ticket price 02 to 27 September
Gardens only from 01 March to 26 June
- Entry to 100 acres of world-famous royal gardens including our Imaginary Menagerie play trail, the 18th-century Walled Garden, the Granville Garden, Lady Alice's Temple and the Lost Garden
- Free car parking and full access to the castle shop, cafe, wifi and onsite visitor facilities
| Gardens only tickets | Standard price | Price 28 March to 12 April |
|---|---|---|
|
Free |
Free |
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|
Adult age 18-64 |
£11.00 |
£13.00 |
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Child Children under 5 go free. No ticket required. Children aged 5-15 must be accompanied by an adult. |
£5.50 |
£5.50 |
|
Younger Person 16-17 Years |
£5.50 |
£5.50 |
|
Senior age 65+ |
£8.50 |
£10.50 |
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Full time student 18+ Students need to show a valid student identification card. |
£8.50 |
£8.50 |
|
Disabled concession |
£8.50 |
£8.50 |
|
See conditions of use. |
£0 |
£0 |
|
For those in receipt of Universal Credit and other named benefits |
£1.00 |
N/A |
Your donation helps
Historic Royal Palaces is an independent charity that cares for the Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. We ask for an optional 10% donation towards our charitable work when you buy your ticket. You can make your donation go further by ticking the Gift Aid box when completing your purchase. Historic Royal Palaces will be able to claim an extra 25% of the value of your ticket at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting us.
Gardens only from 27 June to 27 September
- Entry to 100 acres of world-famous royal gardens including our Imaginary Menagerie play trail, the 18th-century Walled Garden, the Granville Garden, Lady Alice's Temple and the Lost Garden
- Free car parking and full access to the castle shop, cafe, wifi and onsite visitor facilities
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Summer Family Offer (27 June–31 August)
With each adult ticket, up to 3 children get free Garden entry or 50% off Castle entry. Select up to 2 adult (Adult or Concession) and 6 child tickets for dates within the offer period. Discounts apply automatically at checkout.
Any additional child tickets can be purchased on the day at the Ticket Office. Maximum per booking: 2 adults and 6 children. -
Standard Garden ticket price 02 to 27 September
| Gardens only tickets | Summer family offer | Standard price |
|---|---|---|
|
Free |
Free |
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|
Adult age 18-64 |
£13.00 |
£11.00 |
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Child Children under 5 go free. No ticket required. Children aged 5-15 must be accompanied by an adult. |
£0.00 |
£5.50 |
|
Younger Person 16-17 Years |
£5.50 |
£8.50 |
|
Senior age 65+ |
£10.50 |
£8.50 |
|
Full time student 18+ Students need to show a valid student identification card. |
£8.50 |
£8.50 |
|
Disabled concession |
£8.50 |
£8.50 |
|
See conditions of use. |
£0 |
£0 |
|
For those in receipt of Universal Credit and other named benefits |
£1.00 |
N/A |
Your donation helps
Historic Royal Palaces is an independent charity that cares for the Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. We ask for an optional 10% donation towards our charitable work when you buy your ticket. You can make your donation go further by ticking the Gift Aid box when completing your purchase. Historic Royal Palaces will be able to claim an extra 25% of the value of your ticket at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting us.
Groups and £1 tickets
Group visit tickets
Group visits are available for groups of 15 or more for both combined Castle and Garden tickets or Gardens-only tickets all year round.
£1 tickets
£1 tickets for a day visit available to anyone in receipt of certain named benefits: Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Pension Credit, Employment and Support Allowance, Income Support, Jobseeker’s Allowance.
Group visit tickets
Groups - Castle and gardens
You can book online for groups of 15 with a maximum of 50 per slot.
Groups - Gardens only
You can book online for groups of 15 with a maximum of 50 per slot.
£1 tickets
You can claim £1 tickets for up to six people per household. Only one person per household needs to show supporting documents.
Gardens tickets must be booked online in advance to guarantee entry and avoid disappointment. Visitor numbers are limited and many dates and time slots are sold out in advance. If you would like to join a tour of the castle, we can upgrade your ticket on the day of your visit (subject to availability), at no extra charge.
If you can't find £1 tickets for the date you wish to book, this date is sold out but further dates are available.
Events at Hillsborough
Easter Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt
28 March - 12 April 2026
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Hillsborough Castle Hijinks
27 June - 31 August 2026. Tickets on sale soon.
How to get tickets you've bought online
Receive tickets by email or print at home
- Click the link in the email that we’ll send you and print out all your tickets or
- Download your PDF ticket to your mobile to show at the entrance.
If you are not able to download your e-tickets using the link in your confirmation email, please show your reference number to the ticket desk when you arrive and staff on site will be able to print your tickets for you.
Visitors are entitled to bring an accompanying carer free of charge. Complimentary adult carer tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of proof of registered disability (such as a Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter).
Adult carer/companion tickets are available to book online for visits.
Only one carer ticket can be added per booking but each disabled visitor can bring one person with them free of charge as a carer/companion. If your party requires more than one carer ticket, please book your paid tickets online and email info@hrp.org.uk with your booking reference number and all proof of need. We will be happy to reserve the additional carer tickets for your party at no extra cost.