Become a knight this February half term
Enrol in Knight School at the Tower of London in February half term 2020. Train to become a knight and defend the Tower from attack!
We bring six extraordinary palaces and their stories to life
We bring six extraordinary palaces and their stories to life
Enrol in Knight School at the Tower of London in February half term 2020. Train to become a knight and defend the Tower from attack!
See the Bacton Altar Cloth, a rare survival of Elizabethan dress worn by Elizabeth I, and the iconic Rainbow Portrait at Hampton Court Palace.
12 October 2019 - 23 February 2020
Hampton Court Palace
Included in palace admission (members go free)
Become a spy for Elizabeth I and meet the suspects in her court. Decipher mysterious codes and listen in on conversations to see what secret information you can discover.
15 February - 23 February 2020
Hampton Court Palace
Drop-in between 11:00–16:00
Included in palace admission (members go free)
Prepare to be dazzled by this breathtaking, world famous collection of 23,578 gemstones at the Tower of London.
Open daily
Tower of London
Allow one hour
Included in palace admission (members go free)
Join us at Hampton Court Palace and celebrate the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's legendary encounter with his great rival François I of France.
With the start of the new year, get out and do more with a visit to one of our palaces this winter.
Escape to the past whenever you want when you join us today.
Enjoy unlimited adventures at our palaces, a 10% discount in our shops and cafés, and exclusive events when you become a member of Historic Royal Palaces.
We are a charity and there are several ways you can support us.
Volunteers support the palaces in many different ways. See what roles we have available and register your interest.
Host your prestigious event at one of the greatest palaces ever built.
Enjoy unrivalled access to our incredible palaces, deliver stunning events and go behind the scenes providing ‘money-can’t-buy' experiences for clients and guests.