Unlimited adventures await
Thank you for becoming a member and helping us care for six of the most extraordinary palaces in the world.
Discover how to make the most of your membership - with everything you need to get started and ideas for a year full of unforgettable experiences.
Using your membership
Start visiting right away
When you join, you will receive a confirmation email straight away. This will include a QR code which can be scanned at the entrance to the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, or Hillsborough Castle and Gardens for free entry within opening times.
You can also show this email at the entrance of Kew Gardens to receive 10% off admission to Kew Palace, Queen Charlotte’s Cottage and the Great Pagoda during seasonal opening times.
Before you visit:
- Check opening times
- Check our What’s On pages to see if pre-booking is required
Members in the UK will also receive a membership card by post within 28 days. If you receive a membership card, please bring it with you on each visit.
The membership and any associated benefits are non-transferable and for named members only.
Do I need to pre-book?
Members enjoy unlimited, free admission during opening hours. Pre-booking a free member ticket is only required on select palace event days.
In 2026, members must pre-book a free member ticket to visit Hampton Court Palace during:
- Henry VIII’s Joust at Hampton Court Palace (11 – 12 and 18 – 19 July)
- The Hampton Court Palace Food Festival (29 – 31 August)
- The Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre (04 - 06 and 11 - 13 December 2026) and Winter Palace (28 November 2026 – 03 January 2027)
Check our what's on pages or member emails for details.
At any other time, you do not need to pre-book a ticket to enjoy your unlimited, free entry. Simply show your membership card or membership QR code.
Please note, pre-booking is still required for non-general admission events, unless otherwise specified.
Your Member login
Manage your membership and book free admission and member event tickets easily and securely online. Log in to your Historic Royal Palaces account using your email address and password.
Need help? See our Member login FAQs.
Where should I go on arrival?
You will be asked to present your membership card on arrival at the main entrance points, as shown on each palace map.
Make the most of your membership
Explore what's on
Make the most of your new membership with free or discounted entry to a wide range of events and exhibitions, plus access to a programme of member-only events. Pre-booking required during select events.
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Upcoming events for members
- For members
- Tours and talks
- Events
Members-Only Gardens Tours at Hillsborough Castle
Explore the gardens surrounding Northern Ireland's only royal residence with an expert guide on these members-only tours.
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Dates:
19 September 2026
- Times: 11:00 - 12:00
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Free (advance booking required)
- 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.
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Dates:
15 July and 16 September 2026
- Times: 18:30 - 19:30
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- For members
- Events
- Families
Members-Only Bring Your Own Picnic Evening
Relax in the Wilderness and East Front Gardens after-hours on this members-only picnic evening. Bring your own picnic, blanket, chairs and games and enjoy the gardens without the crowds.
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Dates:
31 July and 14 August 2026
- Times: 18:00 - 20:30
- Location: Hampton Court Palace
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Helpful information
Accessibility at the palaces
Find information on accessibility at any of our palaces, including provision for visitors with mobility needs, for parents and families with children on the autism spectrum, for blind and partially sighted visitors and for deaf people and those with hearing loss.
Accessibility informationMembership FAQs
If you have questions about your membership, browse our Frequently Asked Questions.
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Your digital hub
Visit your members' digital hub - The Vault for behind-the-ropes videos, expert insights, and fun activities for all the family.
Your members' magazine
Read the latest issue of Inside Story, your members' magazine, online.
Your support matters
At Historic Royal Palaces, we’re an independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world - the settings for the stories that shape us all. Your support helps us open them up for everyone, inspire joy and wonder, and protect them for future generations.
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