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CPD and Training for teachers

We value our work with teachers highly and are currently working on new, specialised sessions that use the stories of our palaces to enhance your teaching practice. 

Look out for new training opportunities here or join our Teacher Network to be notified by email. 

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We design our schools programmes in collaboration with teachers. Join our Teacher Network to get involved.

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New for 2025

A large medieval castle building with four turrets on top and a small staircase leading up from a formal lawn

GCSE Normans Teacher CPD Day

Join us at the Tower of London for a deep dive CPD day exploring the Normans. Aimed at teachers of all Normans GCSE exam board specifications, this is a unique opportunity to explore William the Conqueror’s story and his mighty legacy: The White Tower.

CPD session at the Tower of London.

Primary Teacher Residential:

Storytelling the Past

Are you looking for new ways to bring history to life in the classroom? Do you want to develop your history teaching at Key Stage 1 or 2? Join us for a two-day CPD residential where you will immerse yourself in extraordinary tales from Tower of London’s history.

Teacher familiarisation days

Our familiarisation days are offered free of charge to all teachers who are leading, or thinking of leading, a school visit to one of our sites. 

They are specifically designed to assist teachers in their planning and enhance their knowledge and skills ensuring that they lead their visit with confidence. 

Find out more using the links below:

Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace Hillsborough Castle and Gardens (Northern Ireland)

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Backstairs

See the Backstairs performances in the King's and Queen's State Apartments at Hampton Court Palace. Join the busy performers as they ready the Palace for Queen Anne's exciting arrival.

  • Until 18 July 2025 (excluding 12 & 13 July)

  • 11:30 - 15:45
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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The Tower of London and the First World War

The Tower of London played an important role in the First World War

Yeoman Warders at the Tower of London

The ‘Beefeaters’ have been guarding the Tower since Tudor times

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Antique Royal Cross Decoration

Handmade using traditional techniques this luxury jewelled cross decoration is an exquisite collectable ornament.

£13

Royal Palace Fine Bone China Collection

Exclusive to Historic Royal Palaces, this exquisite fine bone china collection is inspired by the beautiful palaces in our care.

From £28

Shop Christmas Decorations

Browse through our beautiful range of Christmas decorations, ornaments and baubles.

From £5.50