A Royal Celebration
This Christmas, explore a royal celebration at the Tower of London with specially created displays that showcase how kings and queens of the past celebrated the festive period.
As you roam the fortress, learn about King Edward I's lavish medieval Christmas feast, discover the spectacle of festive entertainment at the Tudor court, and sit upon a throne for a regal family portrait.
Discover a display of a historic frost fair
Step into a display that showcases the iconic frost fairs, once held on a frozen river Thames and attended by Londoners and royalty alike.
As you explore the Tower, you might be surprised to discover royal Christmas celebrations in the past are not so different from our own today.
The Spirit of Christmas
27 – 31 December 2024
Experience the spirit of a Victorian Christmas at the Tower of London this festive season. Meet the Tower postman as he attempts to deliver a last-minute gift and join in a giant game of pass-the-parcel.
Enjoy festive music played by the Southwark Waits musicians, including a magical performance of ‘A Visit From St. Nicholas’, a special Victorian poem that popularised Father Christmas as an important festive figure.
Please note, performances are weather permitting.
EXPLORE WHAT'S ON
- Halloween
- Families
- Half term
- Events
Halloween at the Tower of London
This October half term, dare to face the spirits that roam.
- 26 October - 03 November 2024
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Events
- Things to see
Poppy Fields at the Tower
This November over the Remembrance period, join us at the Tower of London for an immersive sound and light show and experience after-hours access to the Crown Jewels.
- 08-16 November 2024
- Approximately 70 minutes. Last entry 19:45.
- Tower of London
- Separate ticket
- Events
- Christmas
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
Discover a winter wonderland with over 100 artisan producers at Henry VIII's palace.
- 06-08 and 13-15 December 2024
- 10:00-17:00 (The palace closes at 16:30)
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
BROWSE MORE HISTORY AND STORIES
The Crown Jewels
The history of the Crown Jewels, including the Imperial State Crown - a priceless collection used to crown the kings and queens of England.
The story of the Tower of London
Iconic fortress, royal palace and infamous prison
Coronations Past and Present
An ancient ceremony, largely unchanged for a thousand years
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