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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Weddings

Love reigns.

Love reigns.

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

An iconic and historic setting for your special wedding day

Home to British royalty, Kensington Palace’s timeless elegance and storied past will charm and delight as you gather with loved ones to celebrate and mark this special moment in your own lives. 

We'd be delighted to host your wedding ceremony and reception for up to 15 people, in line with current COVID-19 guidelines. Surrounded by the tranquil Kensington Gardens, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of London, Kensington Palace is an idyllic setting for an intimate wedding ceremony with your closest family and friends. Capture the romance of your special day with stunning photography around the palace’s State Apartments and gardens.

Kensington Palace is available for a limited number of weddings each year, making it a unique opportunity to marry in one of London’s most exclusive wedding venues. Our dedicated team are waiting to help turn your wedding dreams into reality.

Take advantage of reduced rates for weddings taking place until the end of May 2021, with venue hire fees starting from only £6,000 +VAT.

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The King's Staircase with painted wall behind.

Your Ceremony at Kensington Palace

The state apartments, perfectly suited for princely celebrations are available to hire for the first time for weddings and civil partnerships.

  • Licensed for civil wedding and partnership ceremonies for up to 150 guests
Round tables with coloured chairs in the dining space of the Kensington Palace Pavilion

Your Reception at Kensington Palace

  • Capacity for up to 100 guests for a dinner in the State Apartments or 300 guests in the Kensington Palace Pavilion
  • The State Apartments are available for evening hire
  • The Kensington Palace Pavilion is available for daytime and evening hire

Approved suppliers

From flowers to music and lighting, a personal event manager and carefully selected accredited suppliers will help you to enjoy a wonderful day that will become one of the highlights of your own family history

Find out more about our approved suppliers

Contact us

If you would like to speak to a member of our team please call us on +44 (0)20 3166 6115.

Alternatively please complete our enquiry form and we’ll respond to you as quickly as possible.

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