His Royal Highness The Prince Philip,
Duke of Edinburgh

Historic Royal Palaces joins the Royal Family and millions of people across the country in mourning the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Following the death of His Royal Highness, there will be changes to opening hours for the gardens at Hampton Court Palace and Hillsborough Castle. For further information, please read our FAQs page.

 

 

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International schools

9 April 2021. Following the death of His Royal Highness, there will be changes to opening hours for the gardens at Hampton Court Palace and Hillsborough Castle. For further information, please read our FAQs page

Coronavirus (Covid-19)

Due to the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic our school programmes have changed.

Hampton Court Palace will be open for school visits from Wednesday 09 June 2021. You can make a booking now.

Historic Kitchen Staff at Hampton Court Palace prepare roast beef on the spit in early Summer 2016.

International schools activity trail

This activity trail gives international students a fun way to explore Hampton Court Palace and to discover its fascinating history, secrets and stories.

EFL/ESOL
Languages available: English as a foreign language, French, German
Topic: Tudors
Session Type: Route-based