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Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre

Discover a winter wonderland with 100+ artisan producers at Henry VIII's palace

Discover a food lover's winter wonderland at this year's Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre. By popular demand, this much-loved event is back for two glittering weekends. There is no better way to kick off a festive season to remember!

Don't miss an unforgettable festive day out with your loved ones. Eat, shop and be merry at this spectacular palace. Visit on Friday 13 December and save on entry.

Included in your ticket, why not also explore the palace and find out more about Henry VIII, his wives and children. 

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When

13-15 December 2024

10:00-17:00 (The palace closes at 16:00)

Ticketing information

Members go free, pre-booking required. VIP upgrade available.

Entry to the Festive Fayre is included in your Hampton Court Palace admission ticket.


Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)

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General image of festivities at Festive Fayre, Hampton Court Palace in December 2019. Food and drink stalls, arts and crafts and members of the general public enjoying festive cheer.
Visitors enjoying mulled wine at the Festive Fayre.

Festive Fayre Map 2024

Artisan shopping

With a dazzling market featuring over 100 independent artisan producers, you’ll be sure to find the perfect Christmas gift for even the trickiest loved one.

What better setting for some leisurely shopping with friends and family than Henry VIII’s famous palace? You can even explore the exquisite palace decked in its Christmas finest.

Two women dressed in coats and hats shop at a festive stall.

Delicious food and drink

With everything from Christmas pudding to sausages, and brownies to churros, our hand-picked artisan producers and companies are guaranteed to delight even the most committed foodie. Sample street food or take a treat home to delight your family and friends. 

Don’t forget to pick up a mulled wine and mince pie, the perfect partners for relaxing to your favourite Christmas tunes. 

 

A woman in a black coat, hat and sunglasses takes a bowl of street food from a vendor

Upgrade to a VIP package

Treat yourself and loved ones to a touch of extra sparkle on the day with an exclusive VIP package.

Benefits:

  • Access to an exclusive VIP lounge
  • Complimentary goody bag
  • Tea, coffee and soft drinks
  • Complimentary breakfast parties
  • Complimentary beer, wines and prosecco from 12:00 to 16:30.

A Festive Fayre ticket or Historic Royal Palaces membership is required in addition to the VIP upgrade.  

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Four hands clink together glasses of champagne in the VIP room.

Discover over 100 artisan producers

With an incredible range of artisan food, drink and shopping stands, there’s something for everyone to make for the perfect festive day out. You can check out the full vendor list, or discover a selection of highlights:

  • Caru Spirits – producing a smooth British brandy liqueur with sweet aromas of branded raisins, vanilla and fresh orange
  • Delicious Dauntsey – makers of delicious jars of jam, marmalade, chutney, pickle and relish from Wiltshire
  • Gifts by Rubi-Adi – inspired by African, Caribbean, and British roots, each product is handwoven using naturally sustainable grass (straws) and dyed with natural dyes
  • Historically Candles - home fragrances and candles using sustainable soy way created for historical escapism
  • Laura Fisher – luxury British homeware and gifts, including candles, diffusers, soaps, cards and gift wrap
  • Orcadia Fudge Company – discover delicious fudge in a wonderful range of flavours
  • Robert Bakama Embroidery – transforming fabric into exquisite works of embroidered art
  • Wild Chai – ayurvedic inspired tea crafted to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul
Visitors browsing at a condiments and preserve stall at Festive Fayre.

Discover a food lover's winter wonderland at this year's Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre, on 06-08 and 13-15 December. Members go free.

Merry music at the bandstand

Enjoy the festive atmosphere with wonderful live music playing at the bandstand from performers Santa Babies, Shane Sing Swings, Chris Weeks and John Clapper.

  • 11.00 – 11.30: Santa Babies
  • 12.00 – 12.30: Chris Weeks Swing (13 and 14th only), Shane Sing Swings (15th only)
  • 13.00 – 13.30: Santa Babies
  • 14.00 – 14.30: Chris Weeks Swing (13 and 14th only), Shane Sing Swings (15th only)
  • 15.00 – 15.30: Santa Babies
  • 16.00 – 16.30: Chris Weeks Swing (13 and 14th only), Shane Sing Swings (15th only)

Skate in style

Embrace the festive season with a visit to our ice rink, 22 November - 05 January. Glide gracefully around as you admire the Tudor palace.

Historic Royal Palaces members receive a 15% discount on ice-skating sessions held Monday to Friday. Valid until 13 December 2024. Find your discount code in your monthly e-newsletter.

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A family skating photo taken at the ice rink at Hampton Court Palace. The stunning historical backdrop creates a unique festive experience for everyone.

Bite size carols

Make your day even more festive by joining the Hampton Court Palace choristers for bite-sized, family-friendly Christmas services in the famous Chapel Royal. Only on Saturday 14 December, come and sing your favourite carols at 11:00 and 13:00.

We went on the Shire Horses, ate incredible food and drinks, and the kids sat and had pizza and hot chocolate – it was a truly magical day.

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Two performers singing in band stand in Great Fountain Garden (with the East Front in the background) at the Festive Fayre.

Explore what's on

  • Christmas
  • Families

Christmas Festivities

Celebrate Christmas at Hampton Court Palace with historical Tudor cookery and festive music.

  • Daily from 21 December 2024 to 05 January 2025 (Excluding 24-26 December)
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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  • Families
  • Events
  • Christmas

Hampton Court Palace ice rink

Get your skates on and glide around this stunning outdoor ice rink this festive season.

  • Daily until 05 January 2025 (excluding Christmas Day)
  • 09:30-20:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Separate ticket (palace admission not included)
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  • Families
  • Events

Shire horse rides

Enjoy a shire horse carriage ride through Hampton Court Palace's gardens.

  • 06-08 December and 13-15 December 2024
  • 10:30 - 16:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Separate ticket
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Shop Christmas Decorations

Browse through our beautiful range of Christmas decorations, ornaments and baubles.

From £5.50

Shop Homewares

Explore our collection of stylish home accessories and furnishings, including cushions, tapestries, glassware and much more.

From £3.50

Henry VIII & His Wives Hanging Decoration

Henry VIII and his six wives feature in this splendid tree decoration set, a wonderful addition to a your Tudor Christmas.

£70.00