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Members-Only Days at the Banqueting House

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When

27 September 2026

10:00 - 16:00 (last entry at 15:00)

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Members go free. Separate ticket and advance booking required. 

Admission for named Historic Royal Palaces members only. All attendees must hold a valid membership at the time of the event. 

The Main Hall and Undercroft will be open.

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Marvel at the Rubens' ceiling from below and discover this revolutionary building on this exclusive members-only day. Experts will be on hand to answer your questions and share fascinating facts about the Banqueting House's colourful and turbulent history.

What happened to Henry VIII’s great Whitehall Palace? What did the early Stuart kings do here, at the last remaining part of the palace - the Banqueting House? While it was intended for play and masques, this building is more famous as the place of execution of King Charles I.

Banqueting House is accessible. Please see our accessibility page for further information. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact [email protected].

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