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The Peter Rabbit™ Adventure

Hop, skip and jump into a magical garden trail at Hampton Court Palace this summer, where Peter Rabbit™ and friends are waiting to be discovered!

  • 25 July - 07 September 2025
  • Open in line with palace hours
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission. (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
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Historic Cookery

At weekends, see our historic cookery and discover what it was like to work in Henry VIII’s Kitchens in the 16th century.

  • Weekends until 20 November 2025 (excluding 25 & 26 October and 01 & 02 November) 

  • 10:00 - 16:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Henry VIII's Joust

Experience Henry VIII's Joust at Hampton Court Palace as the country's greatest knights battle it out. Don’t miss this thrilling live Tudor event.

  • 12-13 and 19-20 July 2025
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Members-Only Bring Your Own Picnic Evening

Relax in the Wilderness and East Front Gardens after-hours on this members-only picnic evening. Bring your own picnic, blanket, chairs and games and enjoy the gardens without the crowds.

  • 25 July, 08 August 2025

  • 18:00 - 20:30
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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Hampton Court Palace Food Festival

Join a bank holiday weekend celebration of food and drink at Hampton Court Palace Food Festival. Discover family activities, food, bars and more in the iconic gardens.

  • 23 - 25 August 2025
  • 10:00 - 18:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)
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The Magic Garden

Meet mysterious beasts, storm the battlements and discover the secret grotto in the Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace.

  • Open Wednesday - Sunday (opening at 13:00 on Wednesday 02 July)

  • 10:00 - 18:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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