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Historic Royal Palaces

We are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world

We are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world

What's on at our palaces

Hampton Court Palace Food Festival

24 - 26 August 2024

Join a bank holiday weekend celebration of food and drink in Hampton Court Palace's iconic gardens.

  • Things to see
  • Exhibition

Untold Lives

A new exhibition at Kensington Palace, uncovering the forgotten stories of those who worked at the royal palaces over 300 years ago.

  • Until 27 October 2024
  • In line with palace opening hours
  • Kensington Palace
  • Included in palace admission (members go free)
Learn more
  • Events
  • Families

Hillsborough Castle Summer Fair

Celebrate the bank holiday weekend at this three-day event with fun, music, and artisanal delights.

  • 24 - 26 August 2024
  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Event and admission combined ticket (members go free)
Learn more
  • Events
  • Families

Peter Rabbit Adventure

Discover 100 acres of fun with Peter and friends this summer. Treat your family with free gardens tickets for kids.

  • Until 01 September 2024
  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in all admission tickets (members go free)
Learn more

Gunpowder Plot

Travel back in time and experience history like never before in this thrilling immersive experience and step inside history's most daring conspiracy.

SHOP 24/7 ONLINE

Discover beautiful commemorative souvenirs and unique gifts inspired by our palaces.

Join as a member

Enjoy a range of member benefits including unlimited adventures at our magnificent palaces, access to an exciting events programme and discounts in our shops and restaurants. 

Browse history and stories

Our gardener's guide to creating harmony among your plants

Hear from our experts on our blog

Daniel Coombes, Keeper of the Walled Garden at Hillsborough Castle, explores how companion planting has transformed the Walled Garden into a thriving ecosystem, and how you can replicate these benefits at home.

Take a close look at Peter Paul Ruben's Masterpiece

Discover the stories depicted in the nine painted panels and secrets of the Banqueting House with Google Arts and Culture. Zoom in to see details of the paintings in incredible detail online.

Get Involved

We are an independent charity and there are many ways you can support us.

Make a donation

A donation can make a difference in keeping the spirit of the palaces alive for the future, for everyone. 

Donate

Membership

Your support through membership gives the palaces a future, for everyone.

Become a member

Support us as a corporate partner

Enjoy unrivalled access to our incredible palaces by supporting us as a corporate partner.

Corporate partnerships

BECOME A CUSTODIAN OF BRITISH HISTORY

Sponsor a stone in the iconic White Tower at the Tower of London. Looking for that extra special gift? Give a friend or loved one something uniquely personal.