Join our Community Access Scheme
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Open in-line with palace hoursBooking information
Trained group leaders are welcome to bring groups during palace opening times. They must be pre-booked at least three weeks in advance through the Community Partnerships Team.
To book a place, please email [email protected].
Free (advance booking required)
Email to book a placeWhat is the Community Access Scheme?
The Community Access Scheme (CAS) offers free entry, practical advice and support to enable community groups to visit and explore Hampton Court Palace.
Who can join the Community Access Scheme?
We welcome community groups based in Surrey, Kingston, Richmond, Hounslow, Merton, Wandsworth, Sutton and Lambeth, especially those who would not normally visit the palace or see it as a place of interest for them.
What does the Community Access Scheme offer participating groups?
- A compulsory Group Leader Training designed to inspire and support group leaders to plan and lead visits for their groups to the palaces.
- Free tickets for community groups to visit the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace and Kensington Palace.
- Support from the Community Partnerships Team to help group leaders engage their groups with the palace's stories, collections and historic spaces.
- Discounted entry tickets for group members to return to the palace independently after their initial group visit.
Working with communities
Our core programmes and projects create opportunities for people to meaningfully engage with our spaces and stories, inspiring everyone to feel a sense of belonging at our six wonderful palaces.
Explore how we work with communitiesHow can I get involved?
Group leaders must book a place on a Group Leader Training Day to discover more about the programme and get useful tips on what to do when bringing groups to Hampton Court Palace.
If you would like to register for a place, please contact [email protected]. You can also use this email address to be added to the waiting list to hear more about future training dates.
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