Comic chaos crash-lands at Hampton Court Palace this summer with Beano Havoc

Comic chaos crash-lands at Hampton Court Palace as Historic Royal Palaces welcomes the friends from Beanotown for a ‘blam-tastic’ summer. Running from 25 July – 23 August, Beano Havoc at Hampton Court Palace invites visitors of all ages on a time-twisting trail through Henry VIII’s former Palace.

When Dennis, Minnie, Harsha, Rubi and Gnasher are late for their Bash Street School trip, Dennis hatches a plan to save the day by turning his go-kart into a time machine with Rubi's flux capacitor. But things take a turn; the machine malfunctions, hurtles through time and space, and plummets into Hampton Court Palace—much to the dismay of Henry VIII.

With the timeline in a right royal muddle, Beano fans are tasked with fixing the busted time machine on a journey through the Palace. Armed with a bespoke comic strip story, visitors must track down the scattered pieces to repair the tangled timeline. Along the way, expect palace pandemonium by encountering costumed characters dressed in signature Beano stripes and colours - from Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, Sophia Duleep Singh, and more.

Once the mission is complete, continue the adventure and explore 60-acres of historic gardens, get lost in the maze, or run wild in the Magic Garden playground. Families can treat themselves to Beano-inspired lunch and cakes from the onsite cafes and pick up cheeky merchandise from the shop.

Live performances will run throughout the day providing photo opportunities for Beano enthusiasts ‘court up’ in the commotion. With mischief unfolding at every turn, Beano Havoc at Hampton Court Palace unleashes a time-bending adventure where history meets comic- chaos.

The adventure continues in Northern Ireland with Beano Hijinks at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens from 27 June to 31 August 2026. For more information, visit https://www.hrp.org.uk/.

Notes to editors:

For further information or images, please contact Amber Choudhary in the HRP Press Office: [email protected] // 07741 196 505

Beano Havoc at Hampton Court Palace

25 July – 23 August 2026

Included in general admission; Adult £29 / Child (5-15) £14.50 / Young Person (16-17) £14.50 / Student £23.50 / Senior £23.50 / Disabled Person £23.50

Beano Hijinks at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

27 June – 31 August 2026

Included in general admission; visit https://www.hrp.org.uk/hillsborough-castle/whats-on/beano-hijinks-at-hillsborough-castle-and-gardens/.

Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, and we’re bringing them to people in ways that mean more to them. We want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories we share.

Registered charity number 1068852. For more information visit www.hrp.org.uk

Beano was first published in July 1938 and is still created every week in its original Dundee headquarters and printed in the UK. Beano Studios is a rebellious multi-media publishing, entertainment and creative business powered by data and insight. The Studio produces diverse content across TV and digital, as well as theatrical, live experiences, licensed products, and the legendary Beano comic and annual.

Explore what's on

BOOKING NOW

For members
Tours and talks
Events

Members-Only Evening: History of Cheese in Henry VIII’s Kitchens

Step into Henry VIII’s famous Kitchens and discover the fascinating history of cheese at the palace paired with delicious samples of cheeses from independent local store Green & Lovely.

Dates:
15 July and 16 September 2026
Times: 18:30 - 19:30
Location: Hampton Court Palace
Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)