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Host your event at one of the greatest palaces ever built

Host your event at one of the greatest palaces ever built

Reserve your place in history

Over hundreds of years, the historic royal palaces have provided the backdrop to glittering banquets, ground-breaking conferences, fabulous celebrations and splendid royal occasions.

Today, our unique event spaces across six palaces in London, Surrey and Northern Ireland offer the chance to wow your guests and walk in the footsteps of royalty.

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Use our simple contact form to enquire about hiring one of our palaces as the venue for your event.

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Unique wedding venues

Celebrate your wedding in one of our magnificent historic venues.

Whether you are planning a spectacular wedding or a more intimate reception, our inspirational venues guarantee you and your guests a stirring atmosphere, and a day you will always remember.

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Wedding photography of a Bride and Groom in the Privy Garden.
Kensington Palace dinner with a long table with red lighting

Receptions and dinners

Our incredible dining spaces at the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Banqueting House, Kensington Palace and Hillsborough Castle were once used by royalty for intimate dinners and magnificent banquets.

Today, they can provide the perfect backdrop for your special event.

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Conferences and meetings

Situated in spectacular surroundings, our conference and meeting venues in London, Surrey and Northern Ireland provide an ideal working environment for your delegates.

Many meetings held in our palaces have changed the course of history, and continue to do so today.

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The New Armouries set up with lighting and projection screen and stage
Group on the roof for a tour with a guide- Little Banqueting House on the left in background.

Private tours

Something to suit all budgets, our exclusive visits and private tours offer a wow factor to any event or itinerary.

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Discover the opportunities for staging large-scale and commercial events at the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace and Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland. Our palaces offer a magnificent backdrop for large or unusual events.

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The East Front, showing a large marquee set up for a private event.

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Approved suppliers

Whatever the nature of your event our approved event suppliers can help you deliver an unforgettable experience for your guests:

Everything and everyone was wonderful. All our guests had a wonderful time and it was exactly as we’d hoped it would be!

Lisa

The service was first class and the comments received from my client and invited guests were exceptional.

Janet Moore at JM Marketing Events Limited